As of 2023, France leads European scientific research and development output, with Germany following. The Netherlands, Finland, and other smaller countries contribute smaller portions. France saw a 1.95% increase, while Germany experienced a 4.27% rise. Smaller nations like Lithuania and Cyprus showed remarkable growth at 9.71% and 13.73%, respectively, indicating rapid development. The compounded annual growth rate over five years highlights these trends.
Future trends to monitor include technological advancements, collaboration among countries, and investments in R&D. The trajectory of smaller economies may shift as their R&D capabilities expand, potentially altering the European landscape of scientific output.
Top countries in Output of Scientific Research and Development by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 73,900 | 2023 | +1.82% | +1.95% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 51,650 | 2023 | +4.02% | +4.27% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 5,460 | 2023 | +1.07% | +1.08% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Finland | 2,730 | 2023 | +1.11% | +4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 1,190 | 2023 | +1.17% | +2.72% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 1,080 | 2023 | +3.09% | +3.64% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovenia | 843.46 | 2023 | +3.69% | +5.52% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 502.61 | 2023 | +2.85% | +2.21% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 222.51 | 2023 | +4.96% | +9.71% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Cyprus | 49.1 | 2023 | +9.95% | +13.73% | View data |
