The global landscape of R&D financed from general university funds reveals significant variation among countries. As of 2023, Malta leads with the highest percentage share of 78.72% of total GBARD, while Slovenia holds the lowest share at 0.28%. Notable increases were observed in Poland, at 54.91%, and Estonia, at 6.08%, while Japan saw a decline of 13.51%. Over the past five years, the average growth rate varied, with many countries experiencing contractions, except a few mentioning upward trends, such as Bulgaria.
Looking to the future, watch for a steady increase in Eastern European countries as they enhance higher education funding strategies. Additionally, the potential shifts in funding allocations in countries like Japan may lead to increased competitiveness in R&D innovation globally. Countries with declining trends may need policy adjustments to stimulate university-driven research development.
Top countries in R&D Financed from General University Funds by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Total GBARD | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Malta | 78.72 | 2023 | -2.04% | -1.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 56.93 | 2023 | +0.46% | +0.49% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Lithuania | 55.64 | 2023 | +0.32% | -0.55% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Israel | 53.18 | 2023 | +0.51% | +0.16% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 52.59 | 2023 | +5.06% | +54.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 46.97 | 2023 | -12.18% | -1.62% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 43.5 | 2023 | +1.22% | -1.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 38.52 | 2023 | +0.21% | -1.82% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Luxembourg | 32.53 | 2023 | +3.22% | -2.19% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 31.31 | 2023 | +2.33% | -3.23% | View data |
