Research and analysis

International comparison of the UK research base, 2025

Statistics derived from bibliometric data comparing the UK’s research base to a range of other countries, using data from 1996 to 2022.

• From: Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
• Published: 5 June 2025

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This publication compares the UK’s research base with those from a range of countries and international benchmarks.

Using data from Scopus, a database of academic publications and citations, it is made up of several different indicators. Statistical tables are provided, with an accompanying note summarising the key findings with a focus on the UK and providing context for the statistics.

Published 5 June 2025