From 2013 to 2023, the number of higher education researchers in the Netherlands has shown an overall upward trend, starting from 21.22 thousand in 2013 and reaching 27.52 thousand in 2023. Over this period, year-on-year variations fluctuated, with the highest growth observed between 2020 and 2021 at 5.99%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2013 to 2023 was relatively stable, culminating at 3.63% in 2023. This highlights a consistent long-term growth trajectory with occasional spikes in specific years.
The forecast from 2024 to 2028 expects a more moderate growth compared to previous years, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 1.07%. By 2028, the number of researchers is anticipated to reach 29.45 thousand, indicating a 5.48% increase over the forecast period.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential impacts of policy changes in higher education funding and support.
- Technological advancements and their influence on research methodologies and productivity.
- Global economic factors that may affect research grants and collaborations.
- Demographic shifts and the influx of international researchers.
