The National Statistical Institute has published final 2023 data on research and development (R&D) activity. In 2023, the total amount of expenditure on research and development activity (R&D) was 1 467.5 million BGN, which was 15.9% more than the previous year. The personnel engaged in R&D activity amounted to 25 410 persons (in full-time equivalent), which was 6.2% less compared to 2022.
Detailed data are published on the website of NSI under the heading “Research and development activity (R&D)”.