Where is the science of tomorrow born?
Research frontiers are clusters of breakthrough publications that determine the trajectory of global science. This section presents the 10 most active fields according to Scopus data, their global reach, and the contribution of Russian researchers. Analyzing these frontiers enables RUDN University to strategically plan its research.
| Topic | Percentile | Publications World / RU | FWCI World / RU | RU Share |
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RUDN's Contribution to the UN Global Agenda
The UN has established 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a framework for science and policy through 2030. The SDGs serve as a strategic compass for RUDN University. The chart below illustrates the citation impact of RUDN publications across each of the 17 areas based on the FWCI (Field-Weighted Citation Impact) metric. A value above 1.0 indicates that the university's publications are cited more frequently than the global average in that specific field. Click on a sector to view details.
FWCI Chart by Sector
** Scopus data (February 18, 2026)
Table for All SDGs
| SDG | FWCI | Publications | Citations |
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RUDN Publication Profile: Strengths and Growth Areas
Different research fields contribute unevenly to the university's reputation. The chart below compares publication output and international impact (FWCI) across 11 subject areas based on the Times Higher Education classification. The dashed line represents the global average citation impact (1.0): areas above the line demonstrate the outstanding global influence of RUDN research.
Publications and FWCI by Subject Area
Table by Subject Area
| Subject Area | Publications | FWCI | Citations |
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Tanzania
International collaboration is a key driver for enhancing citation impact. In September 2025, RUDN University hosted a meeting with Pindi Hazara Chana, the Minister of Natural Resources and Tourism of the United Republic of Tanzania. Tanzania is among the most actively developing scientific ecosystems in Africa: in 2025, the country's researchers published nearly 4,000 papers indexed in Scopus. Three main areas—ecology, natural resources, and tourism—closely align with RUDN’s research priorities, offering concrete opportunities for joint projects and grant applications.
Distribution by Subject Area
Research Profile by Subject Area
- ✓ Wildlife conservation
- ✓ Climate change impact
- ✓ Water resources management
- ✓ Ecosystem health (One Health)
- ✓ Vector-borne diseases
- ✓ Geology and mining
- ✓ Oil and gas engineering
- ✓ Resource monitoring (sensors)
- ✓ Sustainable land use
- ✓ Sustainable tourism
- ✓ Impact of COVID-19 on the industry
- ✓ Ecotourism in national parks
- ✓ Cultural heritage
Leading Researchers by Subject Area
Most Cited Publications of 2025 (Top 3)
Intellectual Property (IP)
IP registration is a key indicator of the transition from fundamental research to applied applications. Patents and software registration certificates not only protect the university's priority but also build a technological foundation for import substitution and the commercialization of RUDN developments.
| Patent / Certificate No. | IP Type | IP Title | Authors / Department | Year |
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