Clarivate identifies top 50 universities powering global innovation

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Clarivate (NYSE:CLVT) has released a report identifying the top 50 universities driving global innovation through academic research and patent citations. The study, leveraging data from Web of Science and Derwent databases, reveals how knowledge flows between academia and industry across different regions.

Key findings show these universities are spread across eleven countries, with U.S. institutions dominating the top positions. Harvard University leads in research output volume, while MIT demonstrates exceptional research-to-innovation translation despite smaller publication numbers. The report identifies strong regional citation patterns, with Eastern Asian and European companies primarily citing local academic research, while U.S. research maintains global influence.

Notable insights include that five organizations - Roche, Johnson & Johnson, CNRS, Samsung Electronics, and Siemens - account for 51% of citations from top innovations to academic research. The United Kingdom shows diverse international influence, often bridging regional research gaps. The report aims to help stakeholders make informed decisions about research partnerships, knowledge transfer strategies, and innovation investments.

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Report from the Institute for Scientific Information shows how academic research drives global innovation and benefits society

LONDON, Jan. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Clarivate Plc (NYSE:CLVT), a leading global provider of transformative intelligence, today released The top 50 universities powering global innovation report which analyzes the critical role of research in shaping global industrial innovation and societal impact, using data and expert insights derived from academic research and patent citations.

Drawing on a host of Clarivate data - from the Web of Science to Derwent World Patents Index, and Derwent Patents Citation Index – the report highlights how knowledge flows between academia and industry across countries and regions, underscoring the global nature of innovation. The study identifies the top 50 universities named on the academic papers that received the highest number of citations from patents granted to the companies and organizations on the Top 100 Global Innovators 2024 list.

Key findings include:

• The top 50 universities powering global innovation are distributed across eleven countries or regions – from Canada to South Korea
• U.S. universities such as Harvard, Stanford, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) dominate. Harvard leads with its high volume of research outputs, but MIT's smaller, yet highly impactful publications highlight its exceptional ability to translate research into groundbreaking innovations
• Strong regional citation patterns emerge, with companies in Eastern Asia and Europe heavily relying on local academic research, while U.S. research is the most globally cited
• The United Kingdom demonstrates particularly diverse international influence, with its research often serving as a bridge across regions
• Five organizations – Roche, Johnson & Johnson, Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS), Samsung Electronics, and Siemens – account for over half (51%) of citations from top innovations to academic research.

Professor Deborah Prentice, Vice-Chancellor, University of Cambridge, which is #6 on the list, said: "Cambridge has a thriving community of spin-outs, start-ups and partnerships that demonstrates how academia and industry can work together to transform ideas into real-world impact. The University is key to this, and we are developing hugely ambitious plans that will transform the UK economy and reinforce the UK's status as a leader in global innovation."

Gordon Rogers, report author and Senior Manager, Data Science at the Institute for Scientific Information at Clarivate, said: "Groundbreaking ideas driving the world's most innovative companies often originate from academic research. Our report demonstrates that by fostering collaboration between academia and industry, we can fuel technological advancements, providing solutions to societal challenges in healthcare, sustainability, and economic development."

Emmanuel Thiveaud, Senior Vice President, Research and Analytics at Clarivate said: "This paper represents the next step in our commitment to develop a responsible framework for evaluating the societal impact of research. The insights will inform our forthcoming Web of Science Research Intelligence platform, a transformational, academic AI-native solution that supports academic leaders in assessing research activities and outputs beyond traditional metrics."

The report delivers valuable data-driven insights tailored to a diverse range of stakeholders, to help them identify opportunities and make informed decisions:

• University and research institution leaders looking to benchmark their impact on innovation and strengthen knowledge transfer strategies
• R&D and innovation executives seeking to forge productive academic partnerships
• Policy makers and funding bodies with a remit to understand how research investments translate into real-world impact and benefits
• Patent strategists analyzing which institutions drive high-value and impactful innovation.

The report is freely available to download on our website.

Notes to editors

The top 10/50 universities influencing patented inventions are: 

Rank	University	Country
1	Harvard University	U.S.
2	Stanford University	U.S.
3	Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)	U.S.
4	University of California, Berkeley	U.S.
5	Université Paris Cité	France
6	University of Cambridge	U.K.
7	University of Washington, Seattle	U.S.
8	University of California, San Diego	U.S.
9	University of Michigan	U.S.
10	University of Toronto	Canada

About Clarivate
Clarivate™ is a leading global provider of transformative intelligence. We offer enriched data, insights & analytics, workflow solutions and expert services in the areas of Academia & Government, Intellectual Property and Life Sciences & Healthcare. For more information, please visit www.clarivate.com 

 

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FAQ

Which universities top Clarivate's 2024 global innovation influence ranking?

Harvard University leads the ranking, followed by Stanford University and MIT in the top three positions. Seven of the top 10 universities are from the U.S., with University of Cambridge (UK) at #6 and University of Toronto (Canada) at #10.

What are the key findings of Clarivate's (CLVT) 2024 university innovation report?

The report reveals that the top 50 innovation-driving universities span 11 countries, U.S. universities dominate the rankings, and five organizations account for 51% of citations from top innovations to academic research.

How does regional citation patterns vary in Clarivate's 2024 university innovation study?

Eastern Asian and European companies heavily rely on local academic research citations, while U.S. research is cited globally. The UK demonstrates diverse international influence, serving as a bridge across regions.

Which companies are the top citers of academic research according to Clarivate's 2024 report?

Five organizations - Roche, Johnson & Johnson, CNRS, Samsung Electronics, and Siemens - account for over half (51%) of citations from top innovations to academic research.

How will Clarivate (CLVT) use the findings from this university innovation report?

The insights will inform Clarivate's upcoming Web of Science Research Intelligence platform, an AI-native solution designed to help academic leaders assess research activities beyond traditional metrics.