The analysis of the global share of gross domestic expenditure on R&D performed by the higher education sector shows that Portugal, Estonia, and Canada led with values exceeding 43% in 2024, indicating strong roles of universities in these countries. Conversely, industrial powerhouses like Germany, the United States, Japan, South Korea, and Israel have notably lower shares, highlighting their focus on industry-led R&D.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts towards higher education-driven R&D in technology-driven countries and increasing collaboration between universities and industries in countries with currently lower shares, potentially altering these dynamics and fostering innovation across sectors.
Top countries in Share of Gross Domestic Expenditure on R&D Performed by the Higher Education Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 43.92 | 2023 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Estonia | 43.48 | 2023 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Canada | 43.15 | 2023 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Cyprus | 40.78 | 2023 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Malta | 37.77 | 2023 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 33.97 | 2023 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Iceland | 33.2 | 2023 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 32.98 | 2023 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 31.92 | 2023 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 27.29 | 2023 | View data |
