Research Density Milestone: 10% of Fasa University Faculty Ranked Among World’s Top 2% Scientists

Fasa University has achieved a remarkable indicator of research excellence, with 10% of its faculty members being named in the prestigious “World’s Top 2% Scientists” list released by Elsevier in 2025. This significant ratio highlights the university’s high density of top-tier talent and its growing footprint in the global scientific community.

The ranking, based on a rigorous composite score of citation metrics, h-index, and co-authorship adjustments for the 2024 publication year, identifies the world’s most impactful researchers across 22 scientific fields and 174 sub-fields.

The inclusion of six faculty members from diverse disciplines—ranging from Engineering to Food Science—demonstrates the multidisciplinary strength of Fasa University. The distinguished scholars recognized in the 2025 report are:

• Dr. Abdolrasoul Zarei | Professor, Department of Natural Resources Engineering
• Dr. Mohammadjavad Amiri | Associate Professor, Department of Water Science and Engineering
• Dr. Maryam Zahedifar | Associate Professor, Department of Natural Resources Engineering
• Dr. Elaheh Abedi | Associate Professor, Department of Food Science and Engineering
• Dr. Alireza Abbasi | Associate Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering
• Dr. Seyed Mohammadbagher Hashemi | Associate Professor, Department of Food Science and Engineering

This achievement serves as a testament to Fasa University’s commitment to producing high-impact research and fostering an academic environment where scientific inquiry thrives at international standards.