The 2023 data shows China had the highest share of corresponding/leading authors in immunology and microbiology publications at 98.53%, followed by South Korea and Indonesia. The United States, a major player in scientific research, stands at 94.02%. European countries like Germany, France, and the United Kingdom hover between 84%-89%, indicative of a more collaborative approach to scientific authorship. The data for 2024 being forecasted suggests potential changes forthcoming in these trends.
Future trends to watch:
- An increased focus on international collaboration could see shares in some countries decrease as authorship becomes more globally diverse.
- Asia may continue to dominate with high domestic author shares due to significant state and institutional investment in scientific research.
- Digital transformation and global access to academic resources might affect future authorship distribution, particularly in emerging economies.
Top countries in Share of Corresponding/Leading Author in Scientific Publications in Immunology and Microbiology by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 98.53 | 2023 | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 97.55 | 2023 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Indonesia | 97.29 | 2023 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Russia | 97 | 2023 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Brazil | 96.18 | 2023 | View data |
| 6 | 6 India | 96.05 | 2023 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Kazakhstan | 95.59 | 2023 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Japan | 95.59 | 2023 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Mexico | 94.85 | 2023 | View data |
| 10 | 10 United States | 94.02 | 2023 | View data |
