This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Moldovan statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Moldovan-specific metadata information.
| Indicator |
Indicator 9.5.2: Researchers (in full-time equivalent) per 100 000 inhabitants |
|---|---|
| Indicator information |
The researchers (in full-time equivalent - FTE) per 100 000 inhabitants is a direct measure of the number of research and development (R&D) employees per 100 000 inhabitants. |
| Definition and concepts |
Researchers are professional engaged in the conception or creation of new knowledge, products, procedures, methods and systems, as well as managing these types of activity. "Full-time equivalent (FTE)" (person-year) is defined as the ratio of working hours actually spent on research and development in a certain reference period (a calendar year) divided by the total number of statutory hours devoted to this activity. The indicator can be calculated per 1 000 000 inhabitants. |
| Unit of measure |
Per 100 000 inhabitants |
| Method of computation |
The number researchers (in full-time equivalent - FTE) per 100 000 inhabitants is calculated as Total researchers (FTE) divided by Total population of the country and multiplied by 100 000. |
| Comparability with global indicator |
At the national level the indicator is calculated per 100 000 inhabitants. It is also possible to report per 1 000 000 inhabitants. |
| Periodicity |
Annual |
| Data last updated | Jul 30, 2024 |
| Metadata last updated | Jul 30, 2024 |