German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has prepared a report entitled “Information and mobility behavior. A worldwide survey of international junior scientists”, which was based on a survey of 8,422 people. The Foundation for Polish Science (FNP) was a partner of this project.

The aim of the study was to gain comprehensive knowledge on the motivation of young scientists related to mobility, to determine decision-making factors, ways of obtaining information and the needs of current and potential international young scientific researchers.
The study focused on eight countries that are important research partners of Germany: Great Britain, India, Israel, Mexico, Poland, South Korea, South Africa and the United States.

The results of the report show that decisions regarding mobility and interest in the country of departure and the destination institution are mainly determined by professional issues. The good reputation of the faculty, great research freedom or career prospects have a relatively large impact on the choice of destination. Financial security also plays an important role in making decisions.
More: https://www.fnp.org.pl/assets/Factsheet_Polen.pdf