Top 10Updated 2026年3月15日
Top 10 Countries with Highest Public Sector Investment in Basic Research
This ranking assesses the proportion of public sector R&D expenditure allocated to basic research relative to GDP in 2026. Focusing on government investment in fundamental science, which serves as the foundation for technological innovation, this list reflects each nation's commitment to long-term scientific储备 and original innovation capabilities.
Current #1
Switzerland
Interesting Facts & Summary
Key Insights
- Resource Orientation: The list shows that Nordic countries and certain East Asian innovation-driven economies exhibit strategic foresight in public R&D allocation, favoring basic research despite its high uncertainty and long-term payoff.
- Data Nuance: Unlike Gross Expenditure on R&D (GERD), the share of basic research reflects a nation's 'scientific patience.' Countries with massive total R&D spend often prioritize applied development, thereby ranking lower in the fundamental sector.
- Scientific Trends: By 2026, global competition in quantum physics, life sciences, and AI theoretical foundations has intensified, making government fiscal support the primary pillar for academic autonomy.
| Rank | Country | Share of GDP (%) | Core Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
Switzerland | 0.98 | Frontier Physics, Life Sciences | |
Finland | 0.89 | Clean Energy, IT | |
South Korea | 0.85 | Materials Science, Quantum Tech | |
| 4 | Sweden | 0.82 | Biomedicine, Pharmaceuticals |
| 5 | Germany | 0.79 | Industrial Physics, Engineering Theory |
| 6 | Japan | 0.76 | Robotics Foundation, Chemistry |
| 7 | Denmark | 0.74 | Marine Science, Genomics |
| 8 | Austria | 0.71 | Mathematics, Earth Science |
| 9 | United States | 0.68 | Space Science, Artificial Intelligence |
| 10 | Singapore | 0.65 | Biomedical, Computational Science |
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