AdtU’s Dr. Saikat Sen Ranked Among World’s Top 2% Scientists by Stanford & Elsevier

GUWAHATI– Assam down town University (AdtU) proudly announced that Dr. Saikat Sen, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, has been recognized among the world’s top 2% scientists in the prestigious global ranking released by Stanford University and Elsevier (2025).

This international recognition underscores Dr. Sen’s outstanding contributions to pharmaceutical sciences, his groundbreaking research, and his commitment to academic excellence.

The University community extended heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Sen, applauding his remarkable achievement as a milestone for both AdtU and the academic fraternity of Northeast India.

What is the Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% Scientists List ?

• Joint Project: It is a prestigious list compiled by Stanford University in collaboration with Elsevier.
• Data Source:  The list is based on data from Elsevier’s Scopus database, which indexes research literature.
• Purpose:  It identifies and recognizes the world’s most influential researchers based on their citation impact and scientific contributions.

How are scientists selected?

• Metrics:The selection uses a composite indicator (c-score) that incorporates standardized citation metrics.
• Evaluation:The evaluation includes factors like the number of citations, co-authorship adjustments, and authorship positions to measure both career-long and single-year impact.
• Classification:Scientists are categorized into 22 major fields and 174 sub-fields using the Science-Metrix classification.

Why is the list important?

• Global Recognition: It provides global recognition for researchers who make significant contributions to science.
• Tracking Excellence: It serves as a valuable resource for researchers, institutions, and the scientific community to identify global scientific leaders and track cutting-edge advancements.
• Benchmarking: The list provides a benchmark to assess the impact of scientific research at both individual and institutional levels.