The global higher education expenditure on R&D in natural sciences, measured in 2015 PPP million US dollars, shows Germany leading significantly, with a value of 23.06. Japan and Italy follow but at less than half of Germany's figure. Noteworthy growth is seen in countries like Hungary and Slovakia with significant year-on-year increases of 12.31% and 6.45%, respectively. Meanwhile, declines appear in Israel, Latvia, and Finland. Over five years, the compound annual growth rate highlights steady growth in several countries, indicating a strong commitment to advancing scientific research.
Future trends to watch include:
- The expansion of R&D investment in emerging economies, which could alter the current distribution of expenditure.
- The potential impact of geopolitical tensions on collaborative research initiatives.
- Increasing digitalization and AI-driven research methodologies, potentially altering resource allocation strategies.
- The role of sustainable technologies and climate research in driving R&D funding decisions.
Top countries in Higher Education Expenditure on R&D in Natural Sciences Share by Country (Million US Dollars PPP = 2015)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 23.06 | 2023 | +1.07% | +0.43% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 11.74 | 2023 | +1.03% | +2.85% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 8.07 | 2023 | -0.5% | +0.81% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 7.76 | 2023 | +5.27% | +6.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 7.36 | 2023 | +0.39% | +0.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 South Korea | 6.17 | 2023 | +2.53% | +4.63% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 5.37 | 2023 | +1.81% | +2.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Russia | 5.26 | 2023 | +2.34% | +5.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 4.81 | 2023 | +1.3% | +5.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Israel | 3.26 | 2023 | -0.64% | -1.49% | View data |
