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According to the Research Excellence Framework (REF), the University of Hertfordshire is now the top ranked post-92 university and is in the top 25% of all universities in terms of research impact. The University has also risen to 32nd place in its research impact ratings, the highest rise of any university in the sector; a rise of 61 places since REF in 2014.

Our REF results also show that the University has risen in the rankings from 83rd to 62nd; a 21-place jump- the sixth biggest rise among all universities. In addition, 78% of the University’s research has been ranked as ‘world leading’ (4*) and ‘internationally excellent’ (3*) while 90% of our research impact at Herts has been classified as having ‘outstanding’ (4*) or ‘very considerable’ (3*).

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An overhead shot of a tractor harvesting a field

Solving current and future food and health challenges...

glaciers melting and crashing into the ocean

Breaking down barriers to tackling the global climate change emergency...

Pepper the robot looking at the camera in robot house

Harnessing the power of AI and robotics to make a positive difference to the world...

Our Researchers are working hard to answer society’s most pressing questions, protecting people and planet for a better today, and a brighter future. Find out more about how we power progress.

With an open mind and unbridled vision, no problem is too great for a Herts Researcher to explore. Underpinned by our mission to protect people and the planet, our research seeks to deliver globally, inclusively, and at pace.

We collaborate on inter-disciplinary projects not only with our colleagues, but also with international agencies, industry, the public sector and other universities around the world. Our partnerships always have the shared aim of improving people’s lives and making a difference.

Our research is diverse but joined up. We believe in sharing ideas and pushing boundaries. We pioneer the application of techniques used for space discovery to improve the diagnosis of disease, because we believe that curiosity driven research is what drives society forward.

Our research applies science, technology, and social and cultural investigation to food consumption and production, to inform industry, policymakers, and...

Our research addresses issues within the Global Economy including innovation, development, and economic growth, with an emphasis on inclusive, sustainable...

Our research improves mental and physical health. We draw on a range of disciplines, to produce research that makes a...

Our research explores different cultures, heritage, and the ways in which  communities create identities and social cohesion....

Our research includes robotics, artificial intelligence and data sciences, algorithms, and biocomputation, as well as cyber security, biodefense and civil...

Our researchers aim to expand knowledge in diverse areas of Astrophysics, Climate Change Science and Mathematics....

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