The data indicates a progressive increase in the number of higher education researchers in Turkey from 2013 to 2023, rising from 42.57K to 51.97K. The annual growth rates fluctuated, with notable increases in 2021 (6.68%) and steadier growth from 2022 to 2023 (2.16% and 2.47%, respectively). The CAGR over the last five years has been 3.28%.
Looking ahead, the forecast suggests a continuation of this upward trend. From 2024 to 2028, the number of researchers is expected to grow at a CAGR of 1.75%, culminating in an increase to 58.05K by 2028, totaling a growth rate of 9.09% by 2028. This indicates a sustained, albeit modest, expansion in the higher education research sector.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from technological advancements in research methodologies, policy changes affecting higher education funding, and global events that may influence academic mobility and collaboration.
