Technology Race
In global science, there is a shift in funding and publication activity towards cross-cutting technologies (AI, new materials, energy), while traditional humanities are stagnating. To integrate into this new reality, universities require a fundamental restructuring of engineering and IT infrastructure, as these areas are becoming the foundation for the development of all other sciences — from medicine to agronomy.
Publication Dynamics by Subject Area
(WORLD)
The growth of Computer Science publications was 43.6% over 5 years.
The Artificial Intelligence Race
(2021-2025)
China dominates in volume, the USA — in citation impact (FWCI 1.71).
Dynamics in Subject Rankings
RUDN's positions in international and national subject rankings demonstrate multidirectional dynamics. International evaluation systems (QS, THE) are highly dependent on reputation surveys, which are subject to external conjunctures. In contrast, national rankings rely on objective indicators of integration into the economy. As a result, despite a temporary drop in QS, the university firmly holds the Top 12 in Russia in IT and Engineering.
QS
Computer Science & Information
Systems 2026
THE
Computer Science 2026
RAEX
Information Technologies
2026
Interfax
Engineering 2026
QS Metrics Decomposition
(Computer Science &
Information Systems)
THE Metrics Decomposition
(Computer
Science)
RUDN Publication Strategy
In response to the turbulence in reputational assessments, the core of RUDN science is undergoing a cleansing process. The strategic rejection of low-ranking journals (Q4) and the increase in the share of first-quartile (Q1) publications are accompanied by an expansion of the Open Access article pool. This directly translates into a steady growth of the university's real citation impact.
Transition from Quantity to Quality
(Computer
Science)
The number of Q1 articles increased 3 times, while Q4 dropped 2.5 times.
Comparative Analysis of Access Models
(2021-2025)
Open Access articles generate 1.5 times more citations.
Strategic Alliance with China
Joint research between RUDN and Chinese research centers shows record growth dynamics. Integration into advanced Chinese research networks acts as a powerful driver for increasing the university's scientific weight. Key touchpoints include projects in ecology, chemistry, and engineering.
Joint Research with China
(PUBLICATION DYNAMICS
AND
FWCI)
Dominant Subject Areas
(TOP 5 BY NUMBER OF
PUBLICATIONS)
Key Partners in China
| Organization | Joint publications |
|---|---|
| Chinese Academy of Sciences | 206 |
| Univ. of Chinese Academy of Sciences | 78 |
| Zhejiang University | 63 |
| Northwest A&F University | 62 |