Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 12: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) proudly announces that distinguished members of its faculty have been recognised in Stanford University's prestigious Top 2% Scientists in the World list (2026 edition). Based on standardised citation metrics, the global list highlights researchers with outstanding impact and visibility in their fields.The recognised faculty are Dr. Vineet V. Tyagi, Associate Professor, School of Physics, working in Energy and Sustainability; Dr. Bharat Bhushan Jindal, Associate Professor, School of Civil Engineering, specialising in Construction Materials; Dr. Mir Irfan Ul Haq, Associate Professor, School of Mechanical Engineering, and Dr. Ankush Raina, Assistant Professor, School of Mechanical Engineering, both contributing to Materials and 3D Printing; Dr. Vijay Kumar Sharma, Assistant Professor, School of Electronics & Communication, working in VLSI Design and Artificial Intelligence; and Dr. Rakesh Kumar, Associate Professor, School of Biotechnology, with research in Cancer and Healthcare Technologies.Their collective expertise spans solar thermal energy storage, sustainable materials, civil and mechanical engineering, 3D printing, biotechnology and healthcare, artificial intelligence, electronics and communication, and VLSI design. This breadth reflects SMVDU's interdisciplinary research culture, where collaboration across domains drives innovation and global impact.Vice-Chancellor Prof. Pragati Kumar congratulated the achievers. "This recognition reflects years of dedication and the drive to push the boundaries of knowledge. Our faculty members not only bring global honour to SMVDU but also inspire our students to pursue excellence, interdisciplinary research, and innovation." This achievement underscores SMVDU's growing presence on the global research map and reaffirms the university's commitment to academic excellence, interdisciplinary innovation, and societal impact. |
