The landscape of female researchers in the basic iron and steel, and casting sectors highlights Germany as the leader, with 193 FTEs, followed by Poland and Spain with 36 and 34.12 FTEs, respectively. Italy's sector saw a 9% surge in 2023, while Slovakia experienced a significant decline of 10.22%. Spain witnessed a minor contraction, whereas Slovenia grew modestly. The cumulative annual growth rate over the past five years has underscored a contrasting dynamic among these countries, observing both expansions and contractions in female researcher representation.
Future trends suggest a continued increase in female participation in these industries, driven by policy reforms and gender diversity initiatives. Monitoring shifts in educational and professional opportunities for women in STEM fields across these nations will be pivotal to understanding the evolving demographic landscape in the iron and steel sector.
Top countries in Female Researchers in Manufacture of Basic Iron and Steel; Casting of Iron and Steel. By Country
| # | 8 Countries | Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 193 | 2023 | +2.12% | +2.33% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 36 | 2023 | +2.86% | +5.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 34.12 | 2023 | -2.57% | -3.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Taiwan | 29.7 | 2023 | +1.73% | +0.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 20 | 2023 | 0% | +9% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovenia | 12.7 | 2023 | +3.25% | +1.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 8.21 | 2023 | +0.76% | +3.23% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 7 | 2023 | 0% | -10.22% | View data |
