Factors Predicting the Scientific Wealth of Nations
Cross-Cultural Research • Vol/Iss. 54 • SAGE Publications • • Published In • Pages: 364-397 •
By Allik, Juri, Lauk, Kalmer, Realo, Anu
Hypothesis
Societal factors influence how economic wealth impacts a country's scientific success (measured by the HQSI index).
Note
Found population and presence of communism (either past or present) to be statistically significant with negative correlations to HQSI prediction, while WGI (Worldwide governance indicator) was statistically significant and positively associated with HQSI. The authors offer an interpretation stating "it is the smaller countries without a communist past or presence and with good governance that appear to be most successful in publishing high-impact scientific papers" (382)
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Linear Model (GLM) Analysis | Partially Supported | p < 0.05 | UNKNOWN | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Population | Independent | Population |
| Life Expectancy | Independent | Mortality |
| Scientific Excellence (HQSI) | Dependent | Research And Development |
| Levels of Educational Attainment | Independent | Education, Liberal Arts Education |
| Levels of Governance | Independent | Government Institutions |