8 professors from Bangalore University feature in top 2 pc of scientists worldwide

BENGALURU: Eight professors from Bangalore University have secured a place in the prestigious list of the top 2 per cent of scientists worldwide for the year 2024. This recognition is based on the citation index and is compiled annually by Stanford University, USA, and Elsevier Publishing, Netherlands.

The professors who have been honoured belong to the departments of Chemistry, Physics, Microbiology, and Mathematics at Bangalore University. They include Chandrashekarayya D S, Devi L Gomathi, Rudrayya N, Shivakumar, C Srinivas, Kumbinarasayya S, Eerayya B and Vishnu Kamath. Among state universities, Bangalore University has the highest number of professors from state universities featured on this list, once again earning international acclaim.

Dr Jayakara SM, Vice Chancellor, Bangalore University.

Commenting on this achievement, Vice-Chancellor Dr Jayakara S M said, “Bangalore University has consistently earned recognition at both national and international levels, and this is yet another proud addition to our accolades. The university places great emphasis on science and research, and this recognition is a result of those efforts. The university’s professors have made a significant impact in the field of science, which will greatly benefit the development of our students. In the future, the university will continue to promote and encourage science and research even further.”