Andhra Pradesh researchers feature in ‘World’s Top 2% Scientists’ list compiled by Stanford University
Dr. M.C. Rao of Andhra Loyola College and 20 faculty members from SRM University-A.P. have been featured in Stanford University's 'World’s Top 2% Scientists' list, compiled in collaboration with Elsevier. SRM University-AP significantly increased its recognized researchers across multiple disciplines, while Dr. Rao achieved his seventh consecutive inclusion, improving his global ranking in Physics. The recognition is based on Scopus citation metrics, highlighting scholarly contributions and research impact.
Why it matters
This recognition elevates the global academic standing of institutions and researchers in Andhra Pradesh, potentially attracting more talent, funding, and collaborative opportunities, thereby boosting scientific research and innovation in the region.
Andhra Loyola College, Vijayawada, Head of the Department of Physics Dr. M.C. Rao and 20 faculty members of the SRM University-A.P. received global recognition after featuring in the World’s Top 2% Scientists list compiled by Stanford University in collaboration with Elsevier.
A statement released by SRM University–AP, Amaravati, said it had recorded a significant rise in the number of recognised researchers from seven last year to 20 this year, reflecting its expanding research capabilities across multiple disciplines. The recognition spans Earth and environmental sciences, information and communication technologies, strategic technologies, physics, chemistry and mathematics.
The list is based on Scopus citation metrics and recognises researchers for their scholarly contributions and research impact.
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