The Institute of Mathematics at Paderborn University is once again one of the top-performing mathematics research institutions in Germany in the Shanghai Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025 . The internationally renowned "Global Ranking of Academic Subjects" (GRAS) annually evaluates the research strength of universities worldwide in 57 subject areas from the natural sciences, engineering, life sciences, medicine and social sciences. The ranking is based on publication figures, citations, publications in leading journals and scientific awards, among other things.
In the latest ranking, the Institute of Mathematics achieved a particularly strong national position: Paderborn University is ranked 6th to 12th out of 31 German universities assessed. The Institute also confirms its high scientific visibility in an international comparison and is ranked between 101 and 150 worldwide. The exceptional rating in the field of "Research Impact" should also be emphasised, in which the Institute took first place nationwide , thus underlining its particular research impact.
The results impressively show that the Institute of Mathematics at Paderborn University is one of the most highly regarded locations for mathematical research both nationally and globally. Further information on the GRAS Ranking 2025 can be found on the official website of Shanghai-Ranking: https://www.shanghairanking.com/rankings/gras/2025