The UNSW School of Optometry & Vision Science has been recognised as the world’s leading optometry school for research excellence, achieving the top position in the latest Global Optometrist Top 200 Research Ranking (T200).
The T200 ranking, published at OptomRankings.com, assesses the research impact of optometrists worldwide using the h-index, a widely used measure of research productivity and influence. The ranking also identifies leading optometry schools globally based on the number of researchers affiliated with each institution who are included in the Top 200.
A media release from UNSW said the top institutional ranking was based on 17 UNSW optometrist researchers being within the top 200, with UNSW’s Professor Konrad Pesudovs ranked No. 1.
It said the university was ranked ahead of several internationally renowned institutions.
UNSW said the achievement reflected the strength and depth of UNSW’s research community, built over decades through strategic investment in research excellence, the recruitment and development of leading academics, and a strong culture of innovation and collaboration.
The ranking acknowledges both current and historical contributions, recognising the collective impact of researchers who have been associated with the School throughout its history.
Professor Lisa Keay, head of School at UNSW School of Optometry & Vision Science, said the recognition reflected the outstanding contributions of staff, students, alumni and research partners.
“This achievement is a testament to the dedication, expertise and collaborative spirit of our research community,” she said.
“It highlights the global impact of the work being undertaken at UNSW to advance eye and vision care and improve health outcomes.”
The School’s success has also been supported by the influence of world-leading research organisations closely connected to UNSW, including the Cornea and Contact Lens Research Unit (CCLRU), the Cooperative Research Centre for Eye Research and Technology (CRCERT), and the Brien Holden Vision Institute (BHVI), all of which have played an important role in fostering research excellence and developing future leaders in the field.
UNSW said the recognition marked another milestone in UNSW’s long-standing contribution to optometry and vision science and reinforced its position as a global leader in eye health research.
