Media Release
Udupi, Sep 23: Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence deemed to be university, proudly announced that 62 of its distinguished faculty and researchers have been featured in the top 2% researcher list, published in the August 2025 data update of the updated science-wide author databases of standardized citation indicators (Version 8, DOI: 10.17632/btchxktzyw.8), curated by Dr John P A Ioannidis and team at Stanford University.
This recognition is a prestigious global benchmark of scholarly excellence, reflecting the impact, influence, and citation strength of researchers worldwide. MAHE’s consistent growth in representation—19 researchers in 2023, 37 in 2024, and now 62 in 2025—demonstrates its rapidly expanding research footprint and strong commitment to advancing knowledge across diverse disciplines.
The achievement underscores MAHE’s thriving research ecosystem, powered by a culture of interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and impactful scholarship. Faculty members featured on this list exemplify the institution’s mission to contribute toward global research priorities, including advancing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Expressing his happiness on this achievement, Lieutenant General (Dr) M D Venkatesh, VSM (Retd), vice chancellor of MAHE, said: “This milestone fills us with immense pride, as it highlights the dedication and scholarly contributions of our faculty on the global stage. The remarkable rise from 19 to 62 researchers within just three years is a testimony to MAHE’s unwavering commitment to fostering a vibrant research culture. Our faculty’s achievements not only bring international recognition to MAHE but also inspire the next generation of researchers and innovators. We will continue to support high-impact, interdisciplinary research, encourage mentorship, and strengthen global collaborations to further our role as a leader in academic excellence and knowledge creation.”
Affirming his happiness at this success, Raviraja N S, senior director – research, MAHE, said, “This recognition reflects MAHE’s strategic commitment to advancing research excellence at a global scale. The growth from 19 to 62 researchers within three years highlights the effectiveness of our institutional framework in fostering innovation, enabling collaboration, and supporting impactful scholarship. MAHE remains dedicated to strengthening its research ecosystem through sustained investment, policy support, and capacity-building initiatives that empower faculty to address critical societal challenges. I extend my heartiest congratulations to all our researchers whose contributions have elevated MAHE’s standing in the global academic and research landscape.”
MAHE congratulated all faculty and researchers featured in this year’s Stanford list and reaffirmed its dedication to expanding its research horizons, promoting impactful publications, and contributing meaningfully to national and international research initiatives.
The complete list of recognized researchers is available in the publicly accessible citation database, further affirming MAHE’s stature as a leader in research excellence. The university’s increasing presence in these rankings highlights its strong commitment to advancing cutting-edge research and making meaningful contributions to the global scientific community.
As MAHE continues to achieve new milestones in academic research, this prestigious recognition stands as an inspiration for future generations of scholars. The university remains steadfast in its mission to address global challenges and drive knowledge that creates a positive impact on society at large.