IIT-BHU and BHU Faculty Among Stanford's Top 2% Global Scientists for Research Excellence
September 21, 2025
A recent recognition highlights the significant global impact of scientists from IIT-BHU and Banaras Hindu University (BHU), with many featured among the top researchers worldwide.
Prof. Amit Patra, Director of IIT-BHU, expressed pride in the achievement, emphasizing it as a testament to the institute's research strength, dedication, and international stature, which also boosts the university's reputation and motivates future research excellence.
This recognition underscores the research strength, dedication, and innovation of the faculty, aligning with the institutes' goals of fostering global collaborations and impactful research.
A total of 46 IIT-BHU faculty members and 44 BHU faculty members are featured on the list, based on research metrics such as citations, h-index, co-authorship, and the c-score, reflecting their influence and impact.
Among these, 44 BHU faculty members are ranked among the top 2% most cited scientists worldwide for their career-long contributions, with 51 BHU scientists recognized based on citations received in 2024.
The recognition from Stanford University’s 'Top 2% Scientists' list highlights the global research impact of faculty members from IIT-BHU and BHU.
Stanford’s list categorizes these scientists into 22 main fields and 174 sub-fields, showcasing their influence across diverse scientific domains.
This annual ranking reflects ongoing research impact, with Stanford updating the list each year to recognize the leading scientists worldwide.
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The Times Of India • Sep 21, 2025
IIT-BHU & BHU faculty featured in Stanford’s top 2% scientists list
The Times Of India • Sep 21, 2025
IIT-BHU & BHU faculty featured in Stanford’s top 2% scientists list