TUM is no. 1 globally in innovation developments by the "Impact Ranking" of Times Higher Education in industry, innovation and infrastructure.
The ranking includes research, as well as patents, start-ups and joint cooperation with enterprises.
The efficiency of universities in different categories, which are adept at global sustainability aims of the United Nations, is examined by the british magazine "Times Higher Education" for „THE Impact Ranking“.
The ranking examines the number of scientific publications in areas, which are emminent for sustainably effects of innovations. Eg. energy, industry 4.0, smart cities and 3D printing. Which concerns the areas of industry, innovation and infrastructure.