The data reveals noteworthy variations in Global Total Internal R&D Personnel across countries in the human health and social work sectors. In 2023, Italy led with a significant presence of 7.01K FTEs, followed by Taiwan and Spain. The highest annual growth rates were observed in Estonia, Lithuania, and South Korea, while Spain experienced a slight decline. Over the past five years, Italy and Finland saw consistent upward trends, while Germany and Latvia remained stable.
Looking ahead, countries with rapid growth, such as South Korea and Estonia, should be watched for further expansions. Additionally, technological advances and policy changes could reshape these trends substantially.
Top countries in Total Internal R&D Personnel in Human Health and Social Work Activities by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 7,010 | 2023 | +5.24% | +5.37% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Taiwan | 3,880 | 2023 | +3.2% | +4.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 1,540 | 2023 | -0.46% | -0.14% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 1,260 | 2023 | +5.07% | +8.72% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Australia | 1,140 | 2023 | +3.94% | +5.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 South Korea | 640.57 | 2023 | +9.32% | +16.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Israel | 463 | 2023 | +1.76% | +1.87% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 387 | 2023 | +4.88% | +1.74% | View data |
| 9 | 9 New Zealand | 379 | 2023 | +10.17% | +7.86% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 169 | 2023 | -1.74% | +1.23% | View data |
