Currently, in 2024, Japan's higher education expenditure on R&D is forecasted to remain steady at 11.86% of Total GERD annually from 2024 through 2028, indicating no annual growth or decline over this period. Notably, this consistent forecast suggests a plateau compared to potential past fluctuations that might have occurred up till 2023.

Looking to the future, trends to watch include:

Potential government policy changes affecting R&D funding.
Technological advancements driving increased investment in research.
International collaboration opportunities impacting funding strategies.
Shifts in academic and industrial partnerships which might lead to variations in R&D expenditure patterns.