The number of researchers in R&D in Chile has shown a general upward trend over the past decade. Starting from 338.19 researchers per million persons in 2013, it has steadily increased to 589.63 researchers per million persons in 2023. There have been occasional fluctuations, such as a notable increase of 27.47% in 2014 and a minor decrease of 3.14% in 2019. The average annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years has been modest at 2.19%.
From 2024 onwards, the forecasted data suggests a continuing positive trend, with projections estimating an increase to 676.17 researchers per million persons by 2028. The forecasted 5-year CAGR is 2.18%, indicating a stable, moderate growth trajectory.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of government policies and funding for R&D, as well as the influence of global technological advancements and collaborations which may accelerate or decelerate this growth. Additionally, the overall economic conditions and investments in higher education will play critical roles in shaping the future of R&D in Chile.
