University of Nairobi Claims Top Spots in Life & Medical Sciences: Shanghai Ranking 2024

The University of Nairobi is celebrating a stellar performance in the just released 2024 ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS 2024). This prestigious ranking system uses a data-driven approach to evaluate 1,900 universities across 96 countries in 55 specific subjects. This ranking highlights the University’s exceptional performance in two fields: Life Sciences and Medical Sciences, specifically excelling in these 3 subject areas:

• Veterinary Sciences (Ranked 201-300 globally)
• Clinical Medicine (Ranked 401-500 globally)
• Public Health (Ranked 301-400 globally.

This achievement is a testament to the University’s unwavering commitment to fostering world-class research and education in these vital areas.

The GRAS ranking methodology delves deeper than simply name recognition. It employs a multi-faceted approach, analyzing factors like "World-Class Output" (the number of top-tier publications), "High Quality Research" (publications in high-impact journals), "Research Impact" (the influence of published research), and "International Collaboration" (the university's level of global research partnerships).

Source: ShanghaiRanking

Examining the University of Nairobi’s performance through this lens reveals a compelling picture. In Veterinary Sciences, UoN ranks within the 201-300 band globally, underscoring its position as an influential player in the life sciences. With a total score derived from robust metrics, UoN’s veterinary program shows exceptional performance in Research Impact, achieving a score of 31.7. This reflects the broad citation and reach of its scholarly work, which has contributed significantly to advancing veterinary knowledge and practices across the region. The university also scored 12.0 in World-Class Output, indicating its steady publication rate in high-impact journals that contribute to global scholarship.

The University of Nairobi’s clinical research and public health initiatives have also gained substantial global attention. In Clinical Medicine, UoN ranks in the 401-500 category, standing out for its Research Impact score of 41.9, the highest among its metrics. This high level of impact showcases the influence of UoN’s research on critical health issues that resonate not only in Kenya but also on an international scale. Its World-Class Output score of 14.9 reflects consistent publication in reputable medical journals, further underscoring the university’s contribution to medical research.

Meanwhile, in Public Health, UoN ranks in the 301-400 range globally. Its Research Impact score of 41.1 highlights the relevance of its public health research, particularly in addressing pressing issues within local and regional health systems. A notable International Collaboration score of 19.3 underscores institution’s commitment to engaging with global partners, facilitating research that addresses public health concerns with far-reaching implications.

UoN’s success in these rankings is a testament to the dedication and passion of its faculty and researchers. The university is setting the pace for academic excellence in Kenya, Africa, and beyond. Congratulations to the UoN community — let’s keep leading the way in research that matters!