Highly Cited Researcher: Fourth Year in a Row

Prof. Dr. Beatriz Roldán Cuenya, the director of the Department for Interface Science and Managing Director of the Fritz Haber Institute of the Max Planck Society, has been honored as a Highly Cited Researcher for the fourth time, this year in the field of chemistry. This recognition is particularly noteworthy considering her background in physics and being the only woman in Germany recognized in the chemistry category this year.

Each year, Clarivate™ identifies a select group of scientists who have demonstrated significant and broad influence in their respective fields. In 2024, 6,636 individuals world-wide were awarded this prestigious title.

Additionally, the former director of the Department for Inorganic Chemistry, Prof. Dr. Robert Schlögl, is also listed among the Highly Cited Researchers in chemistry. The Max Planck Society, with 57 awardees, ranks 9th among the top 50 institutions globally for the number of Highly Cited Researchers in 2024.

Highly Cited Researchers have demonstrated significant and broad influence in their field(s) of research. Each selected researcher has authored multiple Highly Cited Papers™, ranking in the top 1% by citations for their field(s) and publication year in the Web of Science™ over the past decade. The selection process involves not only citation activity but also qualitative analysis and expert judgment, ensuring recognition from an international network of citing authors.

The recognition of Prof. Dr. Roldán Cuenya's work is a testament to her dedication and commitment to her field. It also highlights the Fritz Haber Institute's ongoing commitment to fostering world-class research that has a profound impact on society.