Two faculty members from Rawalpindi Women University have brought pride to the university and the country by securing a place among the world’s leading researchers.

Dr. Benazir Ahsan Abbasi, Assistant Professor, Department of Botany, and Dr. Javeria Amin, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Sciences, were honored with certificates at a ceremony organized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan for being included in the Top 2% Scientists list for 2024, compiled by Stanford University in collaboration with Elsevier.

This global ranking is based on research citations, academic impact, and scientific performance at the international level. Dr. Benazir Ahsan Abbasi received this recognition for her research contributions in Nanobiotechnology, Phytochemistry, Molecular Markers, Tissue Culture, and Bioinformatics, while Dr. Javeria Amin was honored for her outstanding research in Image Processing, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning.

The Higher Education Commission recently organized a special ceremony in Islamabad to acknowledge the achievements of 118 faculty members from Rawalpindi, Islamabad, and surrounding regions who were included in this prestigious global ranking. Both RWU faculty members participated in the ceremony and received certificates in recognition of their accomplishments. Addressing the occasion, HEC Chairman Dr. Niaz Ahmad Akhtar congratulated the researchers and described them as “the stars of the nation.”

It is noteworthy that the Stanford University Top 2% Scientists list is widely regarded as one of the most credible indicators of global research excellence. Inclusion in this ranking is considered a significant honor for any researcher. The inclusion of women scientists from Rawalpindi Women University in this distinguished list not only reflects their dedication and hard work but also highlights the importance of providing researchers with a supportive academic environment and platform to achieve international recognition