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Population trends and prospects.

W P Mauldin

    Science (New York, N.Y.)
    |July 4, 1980
    PubMed
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    Global population growth will slow in most regions over the next 20 years, with Africa being the exception. Developed nations will see modest growth, while developing countries experience significant increases, likely surpassing 10 billion people.

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    Area of Science:

    • Demography
    • Population Studies
    • Global Health

    Background:

    • Global population growth rates are projected to slow in most regions over the next two decades.
    • Africa is identified as the primary region expected to experience continued high population growth.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze projected global population growth trends for the next 20 years.
    • To compare expected population increases in developed versus developing countries.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of demographic data and growth rate projections.
    • Comparative assessment of population trends across different global regions.

    Main Results:

    • Developed countries' populations are projected to increase by approximately 12% by the year 2000.

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  • Developing countries are expected to see a substantial population increase of about 50% within the same timeframe.
  • Global population momentum suggests a likely figure exceeding 10 billion people, despite some projections of stabilization.

    • Conclusions:

    • Significant disparities in population growth rates are expected between developed and developing nations.
    • Africa's population growth will be a key factor in overall global trends.
    • The world population is projected to continue its substantial increase for the foreseeable future.