Best Computer Science Universities in Brazil 2026

For this edition, bibliometric data underpinning the citation-based metrics were meticulously collected on 2024-11-27. The key metric for institutional ranking is the aggregated sum of D-indexes (Discipline H-index) of all qualifying scholars whose main area of publication is Computer Science and who are affiliated with a given institution. The D-index metric strictly incorporates publications and citations relevant to Computer Science, providing a discipline-focused measure of impact and research excellence.

Scope of Research and Data Selection Criteria

A total of 279,971 scientist profiles from a variety of bibliometric sources were reviewed for this edition. Out of these, 40,471 scientists specializing in Computer Science were systematically analyzed. To ensure the highest quality of data, only those scholars who met a D-index threshold of 30 (i.e., minimum discipline-based citation influence) and whose majority of significant publications reside within Computer Science were considered. Furthermore, each scientist’s professional triumphs, such as major awards and recognitions within Computer Science, were also factored into the selection process.

To properly distinguish top scholars, the D-index threshold for inclusion was incrementally adjusted by 10, based on the estimated total number of scholars in each discipline—effectively guaranteeing that the upper 1% of leading contributors are represented. An additional requirement ensured that the proximity between a scientist’s general H-index and their Computer Science D-index remained at or below 30%, further underscoring discipline focus. Notably, a scientist’s recognitions and accolades within their respective fields were supplemental factors in the ranking.

Verification Practices and Methodological Rigor

Recognizing the limitations of raw bibliometric data as absolute evaluative tools, the Research.com team undertook rigorous verification practices. Every scientist profile underwent manual verification and was cross-referenced with publication records from a wide range of trustworthy sources. This rigorous process guarantees reliability and reduces the risk of error or misattribution.

While a scholar's publication count in top-tier journals and conferences does not directly determine their position in the Research.com ranking, it remains an invaluable additional signal for evaluating individual contributions to Computer Science. The actual ranking position derives from each researcher's H-index, sourced specifically from OpenAlex and CrossRef—both recognized as leading bibliometric databases in the global research community.

For those interested in further details regarding the comprehensive process and specific metrics used, please visit our methodology page.

Research.com’s Mission and Agenda

The ranking initiative aligns with Research.com’s broader mission: to inspire scientists, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and research institutions worldwide by mapping out where the leading experts in each discipline operate and directing attention to significant research talent in every region and institution. Our goal is to provide a robust, transparent, and actionable reference for the global academic and professional community to identify and engage with the foremost leaders in Computer Science.

Key Findings: 11th Edition Ranking Results

• Top 3 Brazilian Institutions by Number of Leading Scientists:
  • Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais – 15 scientists
  • Universidade de São Paulo – 11 scientists
  • State University of Campinas – 7 scientists
• World’s Most Prominent Computer Science Scholars: Represented institutions include University of Montreal, Michigan State University, University of Oxford, University of California, Berkeley, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, University of Illinois at Chicago, Institute for Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Technology (INSAIT), RWTH Aachen University, University of Granada, and Princeton University.
• Top Individual Scholars Globally:
  • 1^st – Professor Yoshua Bengio (University of Montreal) with a D-index of 223
  • 2^nd – Anil K. Jain (Michigan State University) with a D-index of 214
  • 3^rd – Andrew Zisserman (University of Oxford) with a D-index of 197
• Institutional Performance Metrics:
  • Average total D-index for the top 5% universities: 3383
  • Average total D-index for all 1,257 institutions: 425
  • Average number of published articles in Computer Science by top 5% institutions: 15,594
  • Average for all institutions: 2,216
  • Average citations for researchers in the top 1% universities: 2,279,971
  • Average citations for all institutions: 279,971

This careful and methodical approach that Research.com employs underpins the credibility and authority of our Computer Science university rankings, providing the research and academic community with a reliable, discipline-focused, and data-driven reference resource.