The United Kingdom leads in the number of researchers in scientific research and development, with 25.85 thousand full-time equivalents in 2023. Germany and Japan follow with 23.03 and 21.36 thousand respectively. South Korea showed significant growth with a 27.28% year-on-year increase, suggesting a robust investment in scientific research. Conversely, Romania experienced a decline of 3.84%. The five-year CAGR indicates moderate to strong growth across countries, with particularly notable increases in Taiwan, Slovakia, and New Zealand.
Future trends to watch include South Korea's accelerated growth trajectory and Taiwan's considerable percentage increase, which could lead to a shift in the global research landscape. As geopolitical factors and funding policies evolve, varying impacts on growth rates across different countries are anticipated, potentially influencing innovation and technological advancements worldwide.
Top countries in Total Researchers in Scientific Research and Development by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 25,850 | 2023 | +1.37% | +2.97% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 23,030 | 2023 | +3.31% | +3.49% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 21,360 | 2023 | +7.97% | +2.09% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 15,890 | 2023 | +15.07% | +27.28% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 15,230 | 2023 | +1.7% | +2.35% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 12,540 | 2023 | +4.32% | +2.05% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Canada | 10,550 | 2023 | +0.59% | +2.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 9,670 | 2023 | +3.06% | +2.79% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 8,340 | 2023 | +5.34% | +5.01% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 3,840 | 2023 | +1.81% | +3.91% | View data |
