USask is an international leader in water research and education, according to a recent international university ranking. (Photo: Phillip Harder)

USask tops Canada, reaches top 10 worldwide in water research

The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has cracked the top 10 worldwide for water research and scholarship in a prestigious international university ranking.

By Research Profile and Impact

USask placed ninth globally and first in Canada in the Water Resources area of the annual ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS).  

This achievement recognizes the internationally acclaimed research, scholarly, and artistic works around the world’s water taking place at the university.  

“From our unique research centres to all the staff and faculty across USask exploring the depths of research and scholarship, this is a tremendous recognition,” said USask Vice-President Research Baljit Singh. “USask strives to turn local research into global impact, and it is heartening to receive these international accolades.” 

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