58 Pakistani scientists named among world's top two percent researchers

(Web Desk) - Pakistan has reached an important milestone in global science and research as its 58 scientists have been ranked among the world’s top two percent most influential researchers.

The recognition comes from the latest Global Citation Impact Rankings, which assess scientific influence using international publication and citation data. The achievement highlights Pakistan’s growing footprint in global research, particularly in health and medical sciences.

The rankings show that a large proportion of Pakistani scientists on the list belong to the health sector, including public health, clinical medicine, nutrition, endocrinology, psychiatry, infectious diseases, microbiology, and health policy.

A smaller but important group represents agriculture, veterinary sciences, pharmacology, rehabilitation, and behavioral sciences.

Among the most prominent names on the list are Professor Dr Zulfiqar Ahmed Bhutta, Professor Javed Akram, and Professor Abdul Basit.

Professor Dr. Zulfiqar Ahmed Bhutta is internationally recognized for his work in maternal and child health and nutrition. Professor Javed Akram is known for his contributions to academic medicine and health system reforms, while Professor Abdul Basit is globally regarded as a leading authority on diabetes and metabolic disorders.

The rankings once again highlight the leading role of Aga Khan University, which has secured the highest number of scientists from any Pakistani institution, with nearly 20 researchers included in the global list.

AKU scientists have been recognized for decades of work in public health, pediatrics, nutrition, infectious diseases, epidemiology, and clinical medicine, supported by strong international collaborations and long-term research programs.

In addition to the leading figures, several other Pakistani scientists have been featured, reflecting the depth and diversity of the country’s medical research community. These include J. Kumar Das, Sajid Bashir Soofi, Zafar Ahmed Fatmi, Imran Rashid Ahmed, Faiza Jahan, Waris Qidwai, Romina Iqbal, Farah Naz Qamar, Muhammad Imran Nisar, Samin Siddiqui, Qurratulain Qidwai, Tazeen Saeed Ali, and Saleema R. Walani.