Real-world impact
UTS research delivers real-world impact that makes a difference to the world we live in. Our leading researchers work at the intersection of technology and creativity, pushing the frontiers of disciplines including artificial intelligence, biomedical science and design.
Find out about how UTS researchers work together to achieve impact for our partners and communities.
Our research is recognised
We work, unconstrained by tradition, to deliver solutions for our partners, create knowledge with our students and make meaningful changes in our community.
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lab_research Research quality
2nd
in Australia for research quality
Times Higher Education World Rankings 2024
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experiment Research impact
1st
in Australia for research impact, with 80% of research areas rated high impact
ARC Engagement and Impact for Australia, 2018
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crowdsource Sustainability
1st
in Australia for environmental sustainability
Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025
Research areas
Business and law
Our research in business and law examines how these disciplines shape society through influencing decision-making in the global economy. Through combining expertise with creative thinking, we develop practical solutions to the challenges facing business, governments and the community.
Health and science
Our health and science research advances knowledge and improves outcomes in the medical and scientific fields. By combining leading science with practical application, we address critical health challenges and pioneer future solutions.
Politics and society
Our politics and society research examine the issues affecting governance, public policy, and social change. We examine the challengers faced by communities locally and internationally, offering insights and solutions that help build an equitable and just society.
Sustainability
Our research creates lasting impact by addressing the complex challenges presented by sustainability.
Technology and design
Our technology and design research develops innovative solutions to the challenges of the modern world. Through an interdisciplinary approach combining state-of-the-art technology and creative thinking, we produce systems, products and experiences that enhance our community.
Meet our researchers
Our researchers' innovative work is addressing today’s challenges and creating meaningful change.
News and case studies
Learn how our research is delivering impactful change.
News
UTS secures its place in world top 100 rankings
UTS has achieved a new high in the QS World University Ranking, climbing to 88th in the world.
News
Being ready for the worst
Before being confronted with the reality of a disaster, police and emergency services need to be prepared as well as they can be under realistic conditions, an important role for the University of Technology Sydney’s Australian Facility for Taphonomic Experimental Research, or AFTER.
News
How to create more First Nations jobs in clean energy
Done well, the renewable energy transition should improve the lives of First Nations Australians.
News
Stem cell “magic potion” with promise
Biomedical engineer Dr Jiao Jiao Li is using the healing powers of stem cells to treat chronic diseases.
News
Plug-in vaccine designed to halt Alzheimer’s in its tracks
A UTS-led research team has unlocked $1.4 million in funding to develop vaccines to combat Alzheimer’s disease, based on ground-breaking ‘plug-and-play’ nanotechnology.
News
How to create more First Nations jobs in clean energy
Done well, the renewable energy transition should improve the lives of First Nations Australians.
News
UTS secures its place in world top 100 rankings
UTS has achieved a new high in the QS World University Ranking, climbing to 88th in the world.
News
Stem cell “magic potion” with promise
Biomedical engineer Dr Jiao Jiao Li is using the healing powers of stem cells to treat chronic diseases.
News
Being ready for the worst
Before being confronted with the reality of a disaster, police and emergency services need to be prepared as well as they can be under realistic conditions, an important role for the University of Technology Sydney’s Australian Facility for Taphonomic Experimental Research, or AFTER.
News
Plug-in vaccine designed to halt Alzheimer’s in its tracks
A UTS-led research team has unlocked $1.4 million in funding to develop vaccines to combat Alzheimer’s disease, based on ground-breaking ‘plug-and-play’ nanotechnology.