The total number of scientific publications in biotechnology in Vietnam has shown significant growth over the past decade. From a value of 10.8 publications in 2013, it rose to 55.35 publications in 2023. This increase represents robust growth with notable year-on-year variations, with some years experiencing exceptional spikes, such as 2018’s 87.58% increase. The trend can be broken down further: over the last two years, the number of publications continued growing at 13.92% in 2023 and 18.31% in 2022. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) over the past five years (2019-2023) stands at 22%, illustrating consistent and substantial growth.
Looking ahead, the forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 suggest continual growth, albeit at a more moderate pace, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 7.39% and overall growth expected to reach 42.82% by 2028. This suggests a stabilized yet progressive increase in the output of scientific publications.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of increased government funding in biotechnology, potential collaborations with international research institutions, and the role of technological advancements in accelerating research productivity. Additionally, monitoring the influence of policy changes and the development of local research infrastructure will be crucial.
