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A significant number of researchers from Trinity College Dublin’s School of Engineering have been named among the top 2% of scientists globally in the prestigious Elsevier and Stanford University’s 2024 rankings. The rankings, which recognise career-long impact, are based on comprehensive citation metrics, offering a thorough analysis of scholarly influence and research excellence across various scientific fields.
The publicly available database compiled by Elsevier in collaboration with Stanford University uses Scopus data to evaluate scientists' influence through standardised citation information. This includes h-index, co-authorship adjusted hm-index, citations in different authorship positions, and the composite c-score indicator. Metrics both with and without self-citations were considered, and for the first time, data on citations to and from retracted papers were included.
The rankings provide an authoritative measure of the scientific contributions of researchers across 22 scientific fields and 174 sub-fields. To be included in the top 2%, scientists must either be among the top 100,000 researchers based on their c-score or fall within the top 2% of their sub-field by percentile rank. Trinity’s School of Engineering researchers have demonstrated sustained impact and scholarly excellence across their respective fields, contributing to global advancements in engineering and technology.
The career-long data reflects citations and impact up until the end of 2023, positioning these researchers as leaders in their fields. This recognition highlights not only their individual achievements but also the strength of the engineering research community at Trinity College Dublin, whose work continues to have a profound global impact.
Below are the esteemed researchers listed in the rankings:
Professor Emeritus
Research Professor and former Provost of Trinity College Dublin
Special Tribute to Professor Emeritus John Monaghan
A special mention is given to Professor Emeritus John Monaghan, a respected member of the School of Engineering community who was also featured in the rankings. Professor Monaghan, who sadly passed away in 2018, made profound contributions to the field of engineering throughout his career. His research was widely recognised for its innovation, and his work will continue to inspire future generations of engineers. His legacy at Trinity College Dublin is one of academic rigour, mentorship, and a passion for advancing engineering knowledge.
Director of Research at Trinity’s School of Engineering, Professor Michael Monaghan, commended the researchers for their dedication, noting that,
"Being listed among the top 2% of scientists globally is a testament to the hard work, innovation, and sustained excellence of our engineering researchers. Their contributions are driving advancements that address some of the most pressing challenges in society today, across our disciplines of Mechanical, Manufacturing & Biomedical Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and Civil Structural & Environmental Engineering”
The School of Engineering remains committed to fostering world-class research and innovation, with its researchers continually pushing the boundaries of knowledge in their respective disciplines. This latest recognition affirms the school’s reputation as a hub for cutting-edge research, and as a vital contributor to both academic and societal progress.
About the Elsevier-Stanford Ranking:
The Elsevier-Stanford rankings are updated annually, with the most recent version based on the August 1, 2024 snapshot from Scopus. The rankings account for career-long and recent year citations, ensuring a comprehensive reflection of a scientist's influence over time. The methodology also includes data on retracted papers and ensures field-specific comparisons, providing a rigorous and fair assessment of research impact.
Trinity College Dublin is proud to see its engineering researchers recognised in these global rankings, reinforcing the institution’s commitment to producing impactful, high-quality research that resonates on the world stage.
To see the full data lists, visit here.