PGIMER faculty members achieve global recognition in Stanford ranking
Chandigarh, India: Forty-three faculty members of the Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh, India have been ranked among the top 2% of global researchers in a recent ranking by Stanford University, California.
The Stanford ranking is based on a variety of factors, including the number of citations to a researcher’s work, the h-index, and the field-weighted citation impact. The PGIMER faculty members who were ranked in the top 2% of global researchers represent a wide range of disciplines, including medicine, surgery, dentistry, nursing, and pharmacy.
This is a significant achievement for PGIMER and for the Indian research ecosystem. It is a testament to the high calibre of research being conducted at PGIMER and to the dedication and hard work of its faculty members.
The ranking is also a source of inspiration for young researchers in India. It shows that it is possible to achieve global excellence in research from within India.
Dr. Vivek Lal, Director of PGIMER, congratulated the faculty members on their achievement and said, “This is a proud moment for PGIMER and for the entire Indian research community. It is a recognition of the hard work and dedication of our faculty members, who are at the forefront of biomedical research in India.”
The Stanford ranking is a prestigious recognition of the excellence of the PGIMER faculty members. It is also a positive reflection on the Indian research ecosystem, which is increasingly gaining global recognition.
