UFS scientists recognised among the World’s Top 2% of Scientists

Scientists from the University of the Free State (UFS) have been recognised among the World’s Top 2% of Scientists for 2024, according to the recently released World’s Top 2% Scientists list by Stanford University. This list, compiled in partnership with Elsevier using data from Scopus, highlights researchers making significant contributions in their respective fields who are world-class.

Prof Vasu Reddy, Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research and Internationalisation says: “The coveted Stanford-Elsevier list showcases top-notch scholars globally in the fields of science, engineering, business, public affairs, and the human sciences. We at the UFS are filled with pride and excitement to see our scholars who are making a positive mark in global research efforts.”

According to Prof Charles Haddad, Associate Professor in the Department of Zoology and Entomology, who is ranked 1 057 476 in the world and 742 out of 17 009 authors in the SubField 1 (Zoology), it is a great honour being included in the World’s Top 2% Scientists’ list. “But this was only possible because of collaborative work with several international colleagues and high productivity regarding scientific publications.”