In 2023, Germany led European higher education R&D expenditure in natural sciences with a substantial investment of 51.38 million euros. Italy followed at 16.49 million euros, with the Netherlands, Spain, and Finland trailing at 11.08 million, 9.7 million, and 4.9 million euros respectively. Portugal, Estonia, Lithuania, Slovakia, Latvia, and Slovenia demonstrated lower expenditure levels. Notably, the Netherlands and Slovenia experienced strong year-on-year growth rates of 7.05% and 8.14% respectively, while Latvia saw a decline of 2.74%. Over five years, a compound annual growth rate analysis indicates varied investment trends across countries.
Future trends to watch include increased competition as countries aim to bolster their innovation capabilities. There may also be a shift in strategic emphasis toward emerging technologies and sustainable practices, influencing funding priorities within the European higher education research landscape.
Top countries in Higher Education Expenditure on R&D in Natural Sciences Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 51.38 | 2023 | +1.68% | +2.08% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 16.49 | 2023 | +0.28% | +1.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 11.08 | 2023 | +1.6% | +7.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 9.7 | 2023 | +1.71% | +3.39% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 4.9 | 2023 | +0.53% | +0.8% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 3.85 | 2023 | +2.54% | +2.29% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Estonia | 0.94 | 2023 | +3.36% | +5.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 0.53 | 2023 | +2.41% | +3.39% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 0.5 | 2023 | +3.33% | +5.39% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 0.36 | 2023 | +9.11% | -2.74% | View data |
