The number of higher education researchers in Turkey is forecasted to grow from 170.46 thousand persons in 2024 to 189.55 thousand persons by 2028. In comparison, the actual figure for 2023 stood at 165.75 thousand persons. The year-on-year growth rates from 2024 to 2028 exhibit consistent increases: approximately 2.83% in 2024, 2.84% in 2025, 2.74% in 2026, 2.64% in 2027, and 2.54% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period is projected to be approximately 2.71%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Increased government investment in higher education.
- Rising demand for advanced academic research and development.
- Growing collaborations between universities and industry sectors.
- Enhanced international research partnerships.
