SRM University Andhra Pradesh has made a remarkable achievement with 20 of its faculty members being named among the world’s top 2% scientists. This recognition highlights the university’s expanding research capabilities and its commitment to academic excellence.
- 20 SRM University-AP faculty featured in the world’s top 2% scientists list
- Increase from 7 faculty members recognized last year
- Recognition based on Scopus citation metrics compiled by Stanford University and Elsevier
- Faculty contributions span multiple fields including engineering, environmental sciences, physics, chemistry, and mathematics
- University leadership encourages continued research and global impact
What is the World’s Top 2% Scientists list?
The World’s Top 2% Scientists list is a global database created by researchers at Stanford University in collaboration with Elsevier. It ranks scientists based on citation metrics from the Scopus database, reflecting their scholarly impact and contributions across various scientific disciplines.
Which SRM University-AP faculty members were recognized?
The 20 faculty members recognized come from diverse research areas:
- Earth and Environmental Sciences: Rangabhashiyam Selvasembian, Akash Balakrishnan, Deblina Dutta, Meththika Suharshini Vithanage
- Information and Communication Technologies: Aditya Kumar Sahu, Randhir Kumar, Kshira Sagar Sahoo, Prabhujit Mohapatra, Saraju Mohanty
- Enabling and Strategic Technologies: Karthik Rajendran, Vinodkumar Etacheri, Gunda Mohanakrishna, Lakshminarayana Polavarapu, Upadrasta Ramamurty
- Physics and Astronomy: Sumit Kumar Mehta, Basabendu Barman, Yoshiyuki Kawazoe
- Chemistry: Corrado Di Natale, Sudip Pan
- Mathematics and Statistics: Pintu Bhunia
Why is this recognition important for SRM University-AP?
This achievement reflects the university’s growing global research footprint and strengthens its reputation in the scientific community. It also motivates faculty members to continue their focused research agendas and contribute to the university’s long-term goals of increasing the number of globally recognized scientists.
How did university leaders respond to this achievement?
Satish Kumar, Vice-Chancellor of SRM University-AP, encouraged the awardees to build on their success and pursue impactful research. Karthik Rajendran, Associate Dean of Quality Assurance and Rankings, and Ranjit Thapa, Dean of Research, highlighted the significance of this accomplishment in enhancing the university’s global standing.
What was the celebration like?
The university held a felicitation ceremony on campus where deans, directors, and leadership congratulated the honored faculty members. They emphasized that such institutional recognition inspires researchers to keep contributing to their fields and supports the university’s mission of academic excellence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How is the World’s Top 2% Scientists list compiled?
A: The list is compiled using citation data from Scopus, analyzed by researchers at Stanford University and Elsevier, to identify scientists with the highest impact in their fields.
Q: What fields do the recognized SRM University-AP faculty specialize in?
A: The faculty specialize in areas including earth and environmental sciences, information and communication technologies, enabling and strategic technologies, physics and astronomy, chemistry, and mathematics and statistics.
Q: How does this recognition benefit the university?
A: It enhances the university’s global reputation, encourages continued research excellence, and helps attract more talented faculty and students.
