Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo)
東京科学大学
Japan
Time frame: 1 May 2025 - 30 April 2026Profile
The Nature Index tracks primary research articles from 178 applied, health, natural and social sciences journals, across many different publishers, chosen by an independent group of researchers. The Nature Index provides absolute Count of primary research articles and fractional Share counts of author contribution to articles. The positions in the table below reflect Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo)'s position overall, domestically, within their sector, and in various subject areas based on their Share. Each position links to the corresponding table where Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo) is listed.
Position by research output Share
Position by research output Share in subject areas
Research
Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo) has the following research output in the current window (1 May 2025 - 30 April 2026) of the Nature Index. Click on Count to view a list of articles representing the corresponding Share value.
Overall research output
Research outputs by subject area
Looking for more research output data for this institution? Give us feedback on what you are interested in.
Leading research topics
In the Current Index (12-month rolling window), Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo) published the most articles in these research topics. Learn more about Nature Research Intelligence Topics.
| Topics | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Organic Chemistry | 34 | 19.89 |
| Macromolecular and Materials Chemistry | 49 | 16.90 |
| Quantum Physics | 30 | 15.22 |
| Physical Chemistry | 38 | 14.43 |
| Biochemistry and Cell Biology | 23 | 8.27 |
| Clinical Sciences | 22 | 5.76 |
| Materials Engineering | 11 | 5.11 |
| Inorganic Chemistry | 10 | 4.24 |
Share output for the past 5 years
Turn complex research questions into confident strategic decisions
When you're under pressure to set direction, justify investment, or understand your competitive position, you need more than raw data — you need trusted insights you can act on.
Benchmark your performance against global peers using robust, methodologically sound analysis.
Combine quantitative metrics with qualitative expert insight to uncover strengths, gaps and emerging opportunities.
Gain tailored, decision-ready recommendations aligned to your strategic priorities.
Talk to us to learn more about our data dashboards and bespoke strategy reports.
Grow research skills, confidence and careers with training built for every stage of the research lifecycle.
Developed with Nature Portfolio journal Editors and internationally renowned experts. Discover three ways to learn:
Self-paced, online courses in convenient bite-sized units, covering key skills across scientific writing, publishing, grant writing, data analysis, and more.
Expert trainer-led workshops with hands-on exercises and real-time feedback across core research skills, delivered via interactive group sessions.
Editor-led workshops combining core principles in writing and publishing, personalised 1:1 feedback from Nature Portfolio Editors and hands-on exercises.
Explore course catalogues and workshop agendas, enquire about the options or request institutional pricing.
Collaboration
Nature Index collaborations highlight fruitful collaborations that lead to high quality research around the world. A collaboration can be between any two institutions or locations co-authoring at least one article in the journals tracked by the Nature Index. The collaboration score between two institutions is the sum of each of their Shares on the papers to which both have contributed. The table and charts below highlight the leading collaborators with Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo).
Top 5 domestic collaborators with Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo) by Share
Collaborating institutions
Note: Hover over the bars to view details about each institution's Share.
| Collaborating Institution | Collaborators' Share | Collaboration Score |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Tokyo (UTokyo) | 22.36 / 37.75 | 60.10 |
| RIKEN | 14.96 / 12.92 | 27.88 |
| Kyoto University | 11.45 / 9.96 | 21.41 |
| Tohoku University | 9.48 / 9.46 | 18.94 |
| Kyushu University | 10.17 / 8.50 | 18.67 |
Top 5 international collaborators with Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo) by Share
Collaborating institutions
Note: Hover over the bars to view details about each institution's Share.
| Collaborating Institution | Collaborators' Share | Total Share |
|---|---|---|
| French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) | 5.61 / 2.49 | 8.10 |
| Harvard University | 2.73 / 3.56 | 6.30 |
| Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) | 2.66 / 3.06 | 5.72 |
| Institute for Basic Science (IBS) | 1.41 / 2.15 | 3.56 |
| Institute of Researches on Catalysis and Environment in Lyon (IRCELYON) | 2.08 / 0.62 | 2.70 |
Latest supplements
Nature Index 2026 Nanoscience and nanotechnology
From programmable RNA architectures to next-generation materials for energy and healthcare, researchers are harnessing the unusual properties of the nanoscale to tackle some of society's biggest challenges. This supplement explores the discoveries that are driving the field, the hurdles that remain and the institutions that are leading in nanoscience and nanotechnology research.
Nature Index 2026 Chemistry
Chemistry research is undergoing a period of transformation, driven by new technologies and mounting environmental pressures. In this supplement, we explore the trends behind China’s extraordinary rise in chemistry output, and why efforts to curb the use of PFASs are accelerating worldwide. We also look at the innovations that could redefine how chemicals are designed, produced and recycled.
Relationships
Affiliated institutions
The following affiliated institutions are wholly owned, operated, administered or contains research facilities for Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo). All affiliations for an affiliated institution are credited to the institution to which it is affiliated. Each of the affiliated institutions listed below has its own research profile.
- Institute of Science Tokyo (Science Tokyo)
Affiliated joint institutions and consortia
Represents joint institutions and consortia for which the institution is designated as a partner institution. Each partner institution of a joint institution or consortium receives an equivalent Share for every affiliation in which the consortium is included.
- AIST-Tokyo Tech Real World Big-Data Computation Open Innovation Laboratory (RWBC-OIL)
- Collaborative for Research in Origins (CRiO)
- Consortium for Refractive Error and Myopia (CREAM)
- Double Chooz Collaboration
- ERATO Takayanagi Osteonetwork Project
- ERATO Yamamoto Atom Hybrid Project
- Functional Annotation of the Mammalian Genome (FANTOM)
- Genetic Study Group of Investigation Committee on Ossification of the Spinal Ligaments
- Monitor of All-sky X-ray Image (MAXI)
- Next-Generation Eco-Friendly Devices Collaborative Research Cluster
- Optical and Infrared Synergetic Telescopes for Education and Research (OISTER)
- PHENIX Collaboration
- Telescope Array Collaboration
- The ATLAS Collaboration
- The Fermi Large Area Telescope Collaboration (LAT Collaboration)
- The HERMES Collaboration
- The ZEUS Collaboration
- Tokyo Medical and Dental University and Chulalongkorn University International Joint Degree Doctor of Philosophy Program in Orthodontics
- University of Chile and TMDU Joint Degree Doctoral Program in Medical Sciences with Mention of a Medical Specialty