Research Collaboration Index · 2026
Europe · Platinum standing
Strongest in Earth & Planetary Sciences, at #7 in the world.
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Detlef van Vuuren, Professor of Integrated Assessment of Global Environmental Change at Utrecht University and senior researcher at PBL, led the Nature study exploring pathways for world development within planetary boundaries, integrated scenario modelling with Stockholm and Dutch partners showing how societies can meet human development goals while restoring Earth system stability.
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