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CLSU Ascends to 83rd in WURI 2026 Global Rankings; 10 Innovative Projects Secure Top Spots

May. 07, 2026

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Soaring to new heights in the global academic landscape, Central Luzon State University (CLSU) ascended to the 83rd spot in the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI) 2026. This jump from its 118th rank last year marks the university’s highest placement since the ranking's inception. The 2026 results highlight CLSU’s consistency in delivering impactful solutions, with 10 distinct entries securing positions across diverse categories. Leading the university’s impressive haul is the "Solar-Powered University" initiative, which ranked 2nd globally for Infrastructure and Technology. Close behind is the "Guardians of the Grain" biosensor initiative, which earned 3rd place in Representative Research Projects. Below are the other ranked CLSU entries and their respective categories: • Regional Agri-Aqua Innovation System Enhancement (RAISE) Program: From Research to Revenue through University-Based Technology Business Incubation and SEEDS OF ENTERPRISE: Transforming University Rice Innovation into Sustainable Agribusiness which ranked 4th in the University-Based Entrepreneurial Projects category • Project RICE: Responding to the Impacts of Crises and Emergencies which ranked 13th in the Crisis Management category • PROPRE BOOST: A Scalable University–Industry Biotech Collaboration Turning Agricultural Waste into High-Value Commercial Probiotics which ranked 14th in the Industrial Application category • Futures Thinking for Sustainable Communities: Integrating ESG-Based Strategies and SDG-Aligned Innovations for Resilience and Adaptation which ranked 16th in the SDG- and ESG-Based Responses to Global Challenges category • PROJECT H.O.P.E: Igniting Hope, Transcending Opportunities, Providing Support, and Empowering People for Societal Success which ranked 23rd in the Inclusive Social Innovation for the Underserved category • Scaling Agricultural Intelligence: University Knowledge Transfer Driving Sustainable Goat and Dairy Systems which ranked 40th in the Social Impact through Knowledge Transfer category • Student-Led One-Health Culture: Rural Anti-Rabies Vaccination for Community Protection which ranked 55th in the Culture/Values category This achievement solidifies the university’s reputation as a premier institution where ideas are translated into tangible innovation that benefits our community.

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