The Swedish Research Barometer 2023

Swedish research in international comparison

The Swedish Research Barometer provides an overall description of research and development (R&D) in Sweden, and highlights how Sweden compares internationally as a research nation. In addition, the Swedish Research Barometer places particular focus on the research conducted within the higher education sector in Sweden.

The report consists of three chapters:

  • Research funding
  • Research personnel
  • Scientific publication

The Swedish Research Council publish the Swedish Research Barometer every two years. This is the fifth report.

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