Gender Trends in Dermatology Research: Shifting Authorship Landscape in Indian Journals

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https://doi.org/10.5195/ijms.2024.2418

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Research, Authorship , Gender trends, Dermatology, India, Indian Journals, First Authorship, Gender Equity, Predictive Analysis, Original Articles, Review Articles, Case Reports, Medical Academia

Abstract

Background: Historically, research authorship has been male dominated, particularly in dermatology. Gender equity in medical research is vital for diverse perspectives and rigorous science. In India, gender trends in dermatology research among first authors remain understudied, limiting our understanding of gender inequalities in the field.

Methods: This study analyzed Original Articles, Review Articles, and Case Reports in three prominent Indian Dermatology journals from January 2017 to May 2023. The first authors' genders were determined using Namsor V.2, cross-verified with social media profiles, and authors with undetermined genders were excluded. The authors' countries were identified based on their affiliated institutions. The data was analyzed using Microsoft Excel, with a predictive analysis using the FORECAST function.

Results: Among 1,600 authors, 840 were female and 760 male. Male authors outnumbered female authors only in 2017. Female authors surpassed male authors in original articles and case reports, while fewer appeared in review articles. Predictive analysis revealed an increasing trend in female authors from 2023 to 2028, indicating evolving gender dynamics in dermatology research.

Conclusion: While the rise in female representation in medical research is promising, concerns arise when fields become predominantly female, raising questions about their perceived value. Gender disparities in compensation further underscore these concerns, as male dermatologists earn more. Addressing such disparities is crucial and recognizing these issues and actively pursuing gender equality is essential for a more inclusive and equitable future in medicine.

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This line graph compares the number of male and female authors over time from 2017 to 2022. The x-axis represents the year of publication, while the y-axis shows the number of authors. Two lines are plotted: one for male authors in blue and one for female authors in red, with trendlines for both groups. The graph shows a gradual increase for both male and female authors, but the number of female authors surpasses male authors starting around 2019 and continues to rise sharply in 2022. The trendlines indicate a steeper growth trajectory for female authors compared to male authors.

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Mediboina, A., Bhupathi, M., & Janapareddy, K. (2024). Gender Trends in Dermatology Research: Shifting Authorship Landscape in Indian Journals. International Journal of Medical Students, 12(4), 441–444. https://doi.org/10.5195/ijms.2024.2418

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