NTU HIGHLIGHTS

The faculty at NTU, driven by an enduring passion for academia, continue to excel in advancing their expertise across a range of research fields. Not only do they cultivate exceptional talent, but they also make substantial contributions to the global academic community through their groundbreaking research. In the 2024 World’s Top 2% Scientists list released by Stanford University, NTU had 234 faculty members recognized in the Career-long Impact category and 176 in the Single-year Impact category, an impressive achievement. This made the University the Taiwanese institution with the most entries, underscoring NTU’s strong academic foundation. Additionally, in the 2024 QS World University Rankings by Subject, NTU demonstrated excellence across five broad subject areas, all ranking within the global top 100. These include Engineering and Technology (73rd), Natural Sciences (72nd), Social Sciences & Management (75th), Life Sciences & Medicine (72nd), and Arts & Humanities (85th), highlighting the University's diverse and leading academic performance.

Over the past five years, NTU’s research has spanned a wide range of fields, including medicine, technology, environmental studies, and the humanities, addressing a total of 12,472 topics and achieving remarkable milestones. In medicine and life sciences, NTU has made significant strides in cancer immunotherapy, gene editing, and public health. Within engineering and information technology, NTU has closely collaborated with industry leaders on pioneering advancements in semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT), producing outstanding results. In agricultural and environmental sciences, NTU has focused on critical areas such as climate change, crop improvement, and biodiversity conservation, yielding profound impacts on food security and agricultural policies. In the realm of basic sciences, NTU has achieved breakthroughs in quantum physics, materials science, and new energy technologies, with findings frequently published in prestigious international journals. At the same time, NTU excels in humanities and social sciences, conducting in-depth analyses of societal issues and nurturing future leaders in politics and business.

Overall, NTU stands as a global leader in both basic sciences and applied research, bolstering Taiwan's international academic standing while making valuable contributions to societal progress and global development. Looking ahead, NTU remains committed to the spirit of scientific exploration, striving to advance academic innovation and create a brighter future for humanity.