Charles Sturt work in Veterinary Science and Library and Information Management achieved coveted top‑100 global rankings, with Agriculture recognised among the world’s leading programs with a top‑300 ranking.

These strong results reflect the University’s deep and distinctive research culture, its strong regional foundations, and its commitment to delivering knowledge that translates into real‑world outcomes for communities, industries and the environment.

Deputy Vice‑Chancellor (Research), Professor Neena Mitter, saidCharles Sturt’s 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject results demonstrate the strength of the University’s regional research model.

“We undertake research that begins with real‑world problems and ends with real‑world impact,” Professor Mitter said.

“Our focus on translation and adoption is what sets us apart. Our results reflect the dedication of research teams who work hand‑in‑hand with communities, industries and government partners to deliver solutions that genuinely matter.”

In Veterinary Science, Charles Sturt continues to shape animal health and agricultural sustainability through research closely aligned with industry needs.

Related projects include:

• Advancing Veterinary Epidemiology and One Health Capacity in the Asia Pacific (APCOVE II)which strengthensoutbreak investigation and surveillance skills for veterinarians across Asia–Pacific regions.

• Impact of Climate Change on Diseases Affecting the Seafood Industry, which assesses how warming oceans alter infectious disease risks for aquaculture and wild fisheries.

• Development of Emergency Animal Disease Training Modules which creates practical training resources to improve preparedness and response to emerging animal diseases.

These programs underscore Charles Sturt’s strengths in applied veterinary science and the translation of research into immediate benefits for regional, national and international industries.

The University’s global standing in Library and Information Management also reflects decades of sector‑shaping research.

Related projects include:

• A Charles Sturt University libraries research group team, along with various academic researchers, being awarded an ARC Discovery Project grant (DP25) to investigate how libraries bridge rural-urban socioeconomic gaps.

• A new Mark Lockyear Library and Information Scholarship supports students and local community grants have supported public library initiatives

The impact of these projects extends across policy, professional practice and community wellbeing.

Charles Sturt’s top 300 global ranking in Agriculture further highlights the University’s longstanding leadership in agricultural innovation and sustainability.

Related projects include:

• Developing Practices for Sheep Production in a Variable Climatewhich researches strategies to maintain sheep productivity and welfare under increasingly variable seasonal conditions.

• Climate‑Proof Crops: The Future of Temperate Viticulture and Horticulturewhich builds drought‑resilient production systems for wine grapes, apples and cherries in cool regions.

• Managing Grapevine Trunk Disease to Protect Australia’s Wine Industrywhich develops solutions to reduce trunk disease impacts threatening vineyard longevity and industry sustainability.

These projects typifies how Charles Sturt’s agricultural research is deeply embedded in regional contexts, delivering tangible outcomes for Australia’s food and fibre sectors.