In 2023, the percentage of women researchers in higher education in Spain stood at 44.77%. Based on forecasted data for 2024 through 2028, there is a steady increase in this percentage. The year-over-year variations show incremental growth: 0.76% from 2024 to 2025, 0.75% from 2025 to 2026, 0.74% from 2026 to 2027, and 0.72% from 2027 to 2028. Over a five-year period, a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.74% is projected.
Future trends to watch for include the initiatives and policies aimed at increasing female participation in higher education and research. Additionally, monitoring the impact of societal and economic factors, and technological advancements, can provide insight into sustaining and accelerating this upward trend.
