Global Total Intramural Expenditure on R&D in Social Sciences by Country

In 2023, South Korea led global intramural expenditure on R&D in social sciences at $2.39 billion PPP, with a 4.12% increase from the previous year. Poland and Russia followed with expenditures of $1.36 billion and $1.14 billion, growing by 10.52% and 0.6% respectively. Among smaller markets, Romania saw the highest growth at 11.79%. Over the past five years, South Korea consistently showed strong R&D investment, while Poland's CAGR indicated rapid scaling, driven by heightened attention to innovation and socio-economic research. In contrast, countries like Slovenia and Latvia experienced minimal investment changes.

Future trends point to increased global interest in social science research, driven by the need for understanding complex societal issues. Expect Poland and Romania to emerge as significant players, leveraging government initiatives and international collaboration. Advanced economies like South Korea will likely maintain their lead by focusing on technological integration in social sciences. Close monitoring of geopolitical changes and EU policy adjustments will be crucial, as these factors could significantly impact funding and priority shifts in intramural R&D expenditure across different nations.