In 2023, China dominated the global share of top-cited scientific publications in complementary and alternative medicine, representing 58.24% of the total publications. The United States and India followed with 8.09% and 6.29% respectively. Significant growth was observed for Slovakia (62.48%), Switzerland (41.2%), Vietnam (30.26%), and Latvia (31.79%). In contrast, notable declines were recorded in Norway (-19.6%), Lithuania (-17.77%), and Malaysia (-16.93%). Year-over-year trends suggest growing influence from countries like Saudi Arabia, Australia, and Canada, while traditional leaders like the US showed marginal declines.
Future trends to watch include continued expansion from non-western countries, particularly in Asia and the Middle East. Additionally, emerging European markets might see escalated activity, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches in alternative medicine research. As science and technology forge ahead, these developments could reshape the geopolitical landscape of academic influence and discourse in this field.
Top countries in Total Number of 10% Top-Cited Scientific Publications in Complementary and Alternative Medicine Share by Country (Units (Publications))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 58.24 | 2023 | +5.97% | +18.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 8.09 | 2023 | -1.41% | -0.7% | View data |
| 3 | 3 India | 6.29 | 2023 | +1.76% | -0.067% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Saudi Arabia | 2.59 | 2023 | +8.71% | +5.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 2.46 | 2023 | +2.02% | +3.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Australia | 2.32 | 2023 | +5.51% | +14.78% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Thailand | 2.28 | 2023 | +0.64% | +2.89% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 1.97 | 2023 | +5.9% | +4.99% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Canada | 1.72 | 2023 | +1.66% | +15.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Egypt | 1.65 | 2023 | +4.41% | +6.41% | View data |
