This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Iceland statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Icelandic statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Icelandic-specific metadata information.
In 2017, there were 2050 full-time equivalent positions in research in enterprises, public institutions and universities.
This table provides information on metadata for SDG indicators as defined by the UN Statistical Commission. Complete global metadata is provided by the UN Statistics Division.
| Indicator name |
Researchers (in full-time equivalent) per million inhabitants |
|---|---|
| Target number |
9.5 |
| UN designated tier |
1 |
| UN custodian agency |
United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) |
| Link to UN metadata | United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Metadata (PDF 382 KB) opens in a new window |
| Organisation |
Statistics Iceland |
|---|---|
| Geographical coverage |
Iceland |
| Statistical classification |
National Statistic |
| Contact details |
upplysingar@hagstofa.is |