VISTEC – The Most Innovative University in Thailand

A Rising Force in Global Innovation

Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology (VISTEC) has been ranked #1 in Thailand and #127 globally in the Innovation category of the SCImago Institutions Rankings (SIR) 2025—marking the fourth consecutive year that VISTEC has led the nation in this category.

About SCImago Institutions Rankings (SIR)

The SCImago Institutions Rankings (SIR) is a globally recognized evaluation system developed by SCImago Lab, a research organization based in Spain. Operating since 2009, SIR provides a comprehensive assessment of research institutions worldwide based on performance across three key dimensions:

• Research Performance
• Innovation Output
• Societal Impact

To be included in this world rankings, institutions must meet the following criteria:

• A minimum of 100 peer-reviewed publications annually indexed in Scopus
• At least 75% of publications must receive citations in the same year

Understanding the Innovation Ranking

The Innovation category—in which VISTEC ranks #1 in Thailand—evaluates the degree to which an institution's research contributes to technological advancement. It is based on data from the PATSTAT database of the European Patent Office (EPO) and includes the following indicators:

• Innovative Knowledge (IK): The number of scientific publications cited in patents
• Technological Impact (TI): The proportion of research output referenced in patents
• Patents (PT): The number of patent applications (simple families) filed

These indicators reflect how well an institution’s research translates into real-world, patentable technologies—highlighting practical impact and commercial potential.

VISTEC: Small in Size, Big in Impact

Though founded only a decade ago, VISTEC has proven that excellence is not limited by age or size. The institute was established with a clear mission: to focus on cutting-edge research and high-impact innovation that addresses global challenges and industry needs. This vision has enabled VISTEC to maintain its #1 national ranking in Innovation for four consecutive years, competing successfully with much larger, long-established institutions nationally and internationally.

Innovation with Impact

VISTEC’s top ranking in innovation reflects our strong commitment to:

• Research that translates into technological applications
• Collaboration with industries and global partners
• Developing future talent that drives knowledge-based innovation

This achievement not only highlights VISTEC’s unique position in Thailand’s higher education landscape, but also underscores our contributions to global technological advancement.

Follow VISTEC’s journey towards global innovation leadership. Connect with us on VISTEC’s official channels for more updates. Explore the full rankings here: SCImago Institutions Rankings