In 2023, the share of women among higher education researchers in Germany was approximately 40.90%. Forecasted data indicates a gradual increase from 41.02% in 2024 to 41.39% by 2028, highlighting a positive year-on-year growth trend. The past two years have seen slight but steady improvement, with an average annual increase of around 0.19% projected for the next five years (CAGR). This suggests efforts towards gender parity in higher education research are showing progressive, albeit slow, advancement.
Future trends to watch for:
- Influence of policies promoting gender equality.
- Impact of demographic shifts and cultural changes in academia.
- The role of mentorship and support systems for women in research.
