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UJ ACHIEVES HISTORIC NUMBER 1 IN SA’S ACCREDITED RESEARCH OUTPUTS FOR THE THIRD CONSECUTIVE YEAR
UJ’s Publications Research Output UJ’s Publications Research per Capita Output
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FOR THE THIRD TIME RUNNING, THE UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG (UJ) HAS BEEN RANKED THE TOP PRODUCER OF RESEARCH OUTPUTS IN SOUTH AFRICA. This is according to a report by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), released on 1 April 2025. In this latest report, in terms of refereed republications, UJ has again achieved the #1 position in South Africa with 3 195.1 research output units. The Report on the Evaluation of the 2023 Universities’ Research Output highlights the number of units obtained from research publication outputs with a 2023 publication date, submitted and evaluated in 2024. Notably, the report shows that this year, UJ has further widened the gap between the University and the next institution of higher education. Even more remarkable, UJ’s per capita research output is now double the sector average, highlighting the exceptional productivity and impact of its scholars. This is the third consecutive year that the University has scored the highest number of accredited research outputs, following its achievement over the last two years. Last year, UJ achieved a total of 3 143.7 units. Commenting on this achievement, Professor Letlhokwa Mpedi said the rankings are “an affirmation that UJ is steadfast in its commitment to addressing societal challenges through knowledge production. Our progress is not just about numbers and figures; it’s all about the positive and lasting impact we make on our students and the broader society.” This achievement reflects the continued commitment and hard work of academics, as well as the meticulous administrative support and inclusive strategic planning
and effective operational processes from the University’s Research Development and Support office. Key initiatives contributing to this success include the various institutes and research centres, faculty quality control committees, as well as increased scientometrics and research fellowships. UJ boasts 19 SARChI (South African Research Chairs Initiative Chairs), 3 UNESCO Chairs, 3 Collaborative Chairs, and 349 NRF-rated researchers. Professor Mpedi dedicated the achievement to the UJ community, and especially its scholars, postdoctoral fellows, and students for relentlessly pursuing knowledge that transforms lives. He said the University’s research ecosystem thrives on a robust infrastructure that comprises more than 65 research centres. “With over 300 National Research Foundation (NRF)-rated scholars, UJ continues to drive high-impact research across disciplines, from environmental science to artificial intelligence, for societal impact and sustainability.” PROFESSOR MPEDI ADDED THAT THE ACHIEVEMENT IS A FITTING RECOGNITION OF THE UNIVERSITY AS IT CELEBRATES ITS 20TH ANNIVERSARY THIS YEAR. “THIS MILESTONE REAFFIRMS THE UNIVERSITY’S LEADERSHIP IN DRIVING INNOVATION ALIGNED WITH GLOBAL CHALLENGES AND LEVERAGING FROM OPPORTUNITIES
PRESENTED BY THE FOURTH INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION.”
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