In 2023, the share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in ecology in Japan stood at 93.07%. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 reveals a slight decline, with projections indicating values of 93.05% in 2024, steadily decreasing to 92.98% by 2028. This trend suggests a minor annual decrease of approximately 0.02% over the five years, reflecting a very modest drop in the participation level of corresponding/leading authors.
Future trends to watch for:
- Further analysis is needed to determine whether this decline reflects an increased co-authorship trend or changes in research collaboration practices.
- Monitoring global shifts in collaborative models could provide insights into this trend's potential continuation beyond 2028.
