Research Collaboration Index 2027

Heriot-Watt University

United Kingdom · Europe · A leading research collaborator in Europe

117

University partners

Partner countries

€51M

Verified research funding

Top 70%

in Europe

The 2027 index launches globally in·

Collaboration at a glance

Heriot-Watt University collaborates with 117 of the world's leading research universities across 23 countries, with over €51M of verified research funding behind its partnerships. Its research strengths span Advanced Fiber Laser Technologies, Photonic and Optical Devices, Hydraulic Fracturing and Reservoir Analysis, Hydrocarbon exploration and reservoir analysis. It is particularly strong in Physical Sciences.

Principal collaboration partners

University of EdinburghUniversity of GlasgowUniversity of OxfordImperial College LondonUniversity of StrathclydeUniversity of SouthamptonUniversity of ExeterUniversity of Manchester

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