26 Ghent scientists are ’Highly Cited Researcher 2023’

Like last year, 26 Ghent scientists may call themselves 'Highly Cited Researcher' this year. The title goes to scientists who have a significant and broad impact within their field(s) of research. Since 2001, Clarivate Web of Science has annually compiled a list of scientists who have the most highly cited publications within their research field(s). To qualify as a Highly Cited Researcher" scientists must have a significant impact on their colleagues. Their published work is widely recognized by their peers. Worldwide, the honor falls to only 1 in 1,000 scientists. The list is organized by field, but there is also an overarching category.