Eight UM researchers selected for their exceptional research performance and impact as demonstrated by multiple highly cited papers in 2024.
The list is released by Clarivate, an organization that focuses on analytics and research. Each year, Clarivate’s Web of Science identifies the world’s most influential researchers who have been most frequently cited by their peers.
"Being recognized on the highly cited researchers list is a direct reflection of the remarkable impact of research conducted by research teams at UM," says Mario Pinto, Vice-President Research and International. "Their work influences other researchers around the world and confirms that UM is a leader in the global arena."
Dr. Heather Adam – assistant professor, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Dr. Rotimi Aluko – professor, Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
Dr. Ekram Hossain – professor, Price Faculty of Engineering
Dr. James Karlowsky – professor, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Dr. Philippe Lagacé-Wiens – assistant professor, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Dr. Frank Schweizer – professor, Faculty of Science and Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Dr. Sheryl Zelenitsky – professor, College of Pharmacy, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Dr. George Zhanel – professor, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Research at the University of Manitoba is partially supported by funding from the Government of Canada Research Support Fund.
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