In 2023, the Neaman Institute was awarded a tender by the National Council for Research and Development under the Ministry of Science and Technology to conduct research studies aimed at supporting the development of a comprehensive national policy to advance R&D in Israel. This report is part of a broader initiative and focuses on R&D indices in the public sector and government research institutions.
The report evaluates government research institutes in Israel and provides an international benchmarking analysis with selected public-sector R&D systems or research institutes globally.
Chapter 1 offers an overview of public-sector R&D activities in Israel, covering government-funded and government-performed R&D. It includes data on R&D expenditures and funding by government ministries, international benchmarking across various indicators, and an analysis of disparities between Israel and other OECD countries in the allocation of government support for R&D.
Chapter 2 features a literature review of leading government research institutes in key countries, including Canada, the United States, Germany, and prominent European institutions. It examines their organizational structures, research domains, funding mechanisms, and other dimensions.
Chapter 3 provides a comprehensive mapping and current status report of government research institutes in Israel. This chapter outlines their scope of operations, revenue and expenditure patterns, budget distributions, and the composition of scientific and technical personnel, along with other salient characteristics.
The analysis underscores a significant gap between Israel and advanced economies in terms of government involvement and support for R&D, particularly regarding funding levels and operational implementation.
