Â鶹´«Ã½ rises in international ranking Published on: 10 July 2020 Â鶹´«Ã½ has improved its position as one of the world’s top universities, according to an influential guide. Published results of the places Â鶹´«Ã½ 78th in the world, up from 90th in 2019. It scored particularly highly in Biomedical and Health Sciences, where it ranked 39th globally. Professor Richard Davies, Pro-Vice-Chancellor Global at Â鶹´«Ã½, said: “Our performance in the latest Leiden Ranking is testament to the quality, impact and reputation of our research. “It is great to see that our research excellence is highlighted in this respected ranking, particularly as the guide measures international research strength, based on hard citation evidence and does not include the more subjective reputational surveys.” Scientific performance The Leiden Ranking measures the scientific performance of more than 1,000 global universities based on the quality of their publications in international scientific journals covered by the Web of Science database. Â鶹´«Ã½ was ranked 68th for Life and Earth Sciences; 99th for Mathematical and Computer Science and 124th for Social Sciences and Humanities. Professor Chris Day, Vice-Chancellor and President at Â鶹´«Ã½, said: “We are proud that our internationally excellent research across our faculties continues to be ranked so highly in this influential ranking.” Latest News Local knowledge can improve early warnings of glacial lake floods Local knowledge, improved evacuation preparedness and resilient mobile phone-based communication channels can enhance Early Warning Systems to reduce loss of life during glacial lake outburst floods. published on: 3 August 2026 Funding boost moves landmark cancer research centre a step closer A £1.25 million grant from the Wolfson Foundation to Â鶹´«Ã½ has brought the Sir Bobby Robson Institute a significant step closer, giving a major boost to its fundraising campaign. published on: 3 August 2026 Statement on potential unauthorised data access Information about a potential unauthorised data access. published on: 30 July 2026 Facts and figures
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