Evaluating Performance Indicators of Scientific Research Activities of Russian Federation's Regions

Abstract

Introduction. The article discusses the findings of an evaluation of the effectiveness of research projects by federal districts of the Russian Federation and their regions using a variety of indicators, including resource endowment, infrastructure for science, participation of scientific organizations in the international scientific and educational community, funding, and costs. The information gathered helps assess the growth of scientific activities in particular Russian Federation regions and pinpoint the factors influencing those regions' rankings in the RIEPL rating. Monitoring Tools. The study used dynamic and comparative analysis, grouping, graphical and tabular methods of visualization, and economic-statistical analysis. Results. The findings of the study help assess the sufficiency of state and regional support for science and the position of the federal district in the Russian Federation in relation to the level of development of scientific infrastructure components and the funding level. Conclusion. The research can be used to optimize the regional scientific infrastructure and scientific and technical policy, as well as to form more balanced state measures in order to achieve the goals of the national project “Science and Universities”.