In 2024, the forecasted total internal R&D personnel in research and experimental development on social sciences and humanities in Italy stands at 158 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE), showing a stable outlook with a slight annual decline anticipated. The year-on-year percentage variations indicate a steady decrease of 1.9% annually from 2025 to 2028, which is consistent each year. For context, the number stood at 160 FTE in 2023.

Future trends to watch for include:

The impact of digital transformation on social sciences methodologies and tools.
Increased collaboration across European Union countries potentially influencing funding and focus.
The effect of policy changes in Italy affecting R&D budget allocations in humanities and social sciences.