The University of Fiji’s Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Science, Dr Ramendra Prasad, has been recognised among the world’s top 2% of scientists for the fourth consecutive year, marking another milestone in his international research career.
Dr Prasad has been included in the 2026 Stanford–Elsevier database of the world’s most-cited scientists, which recognises researchers whose scientific publications have made a significant impact within their respective fields.
His recognition falls under scientific field of Enabling and Strategic Technologies, particularly subfields of Energy and Environmental Engineering, reflecting his contributions to research in areas of growing international importance.
The University of Fiji Vice-Chancellor Professor Shaista Shameem congratulated Dr Prasad, saying his continued recognition demonstrated the University’s ability to contribute to international scientific research.
“Such accolades are enormously appreciated by the University as they show that in the international world of academic innovation and research we are highly regarded,” Professor Shameem said.
Dr Prasad’s research interests include energy and environmental modelling and advanced data analytics, areas that contribute to scientific understanding and inform approaches to complex environmental and technological challenges.
His fourth consecutive inclusion, spanning 2023 to 2026, reflects sustained international citation recognition rather than a single year’s achievement.
The Stanford–Elsevier database draws on Elsevier’s Scopus research database and evaluates scientists using indicators including research citations, scientific influence and authorship contributions.
The 2026 edition, published on 7 October, includes separate assessments of researchers’ career-long impact and their scientific impact during 2025. Scientists qualify through their citation rankings globally or within their respective scientific subfields.
Dr Prasad said the achievement reflected the collective efforts of colleagues, mentors and research collaborators who had supported his work over the years.
“Being recognised among the world’s top 2% of scientists for the fourth consecutive year is a humbling honour, but meaningful research is always a collective achievement,” he said.
“I am deeply grateful to The University of Fiji, my colleagues, mentors and collaborators in Fiji and around the world. This milestone belongs to everyone who has challenged, encouraged and inspired me along the way. Ultimately, I hope our collective work continues to make a meaningful difference to people, communities and our shared future.”
The latest recognition highlights the contribution of academics at The University of Fiji to international research and the importance of strengthening research partnerships that connect Fiji with the wider scientific community.
The 2026 Stanford–Elsevier database can be accessed at:
https://elsevier.digitalcommonsdata.com/datasets/btchxktzyw/9
