Bosnian Scientists Recognized Among Top 2% Worldwide by Stanford University

In a remarkable demonstration of academic excellence, a group of Bosnian scientists has secured a place in Stanford University’s prestigious list of the top 2% of most-cited researchers worldwide for 2023. This recognition underscores their sustained impact, as many of these scholars continue to earn accolades for their significant contributions. This update, led by Prof. John Ioannidis, highlights the outstanding contributions of researchers across various disciplines.

According to the latest data published by Elsevier on September 16, 2024, scientists from Bosnia have been ranked by their citation score (c-score) based on their impact for the year 2023. The citation score measures the impact of researchers based on citations of their work. This index helps in assessing scientists according to their productivity and significance in the academic community. It is used as one of the criteria for selecting scientists who appear on prestigious lists, including the one published by Stanford. The following scientists from Bosnia are ranked as:

• Dejan B. Milošević (University of Sarajevo) with a publication count of 260, demonstrating his significant impact since 1987.
• Benjamin Durakovic (International University of Sarajevo) with 42 publications since 2016, showcasing his rapid rise in influence.
• Almir Badnjevic (University of Sarajevo) with 121 publication from 2010 to 2024.
• Stef Jansen (University of Sarajevo) has 38 publications since 1999.
• Adis Puška (Government of Brčko District) with 76 publications since 2016.
• Mirjana Maksimovic (University of East Sarajevo) with 43 publications since 2012.
• Izet Masic (University of Sarajevo), with an impressive publications count of 367 since 1979.
• Enver Zerem (Academy of Sciences and Arts of Bosnia and Herzegovina) with 123 publications since 2002.
• Zoran D. Mitrović (University of Banja Luka) with 122 publications since 2006.
• Dževdet Smajlović (University of Tuzla) with 67 publications since 1999.
• Edina Vranić (University of Sarajevo) has 50 publications since 2003.
• Emina Kasumagic-Halilovic (Clinical Center of the University of Sarajevo) with 29 publications from 2006 to 2022.

This recognition not only highlights the individual accomplishments of these scientists but also underscores the growing prominence of Bosnia in the global research community. The rapid rise of newer scholars is particularly encouraging for the future of Bosnian research.

The prestigious Career-Long Impact list recognizes the enduring contributions of researchers who have made significant strides in their fields over the years. Notable Bosnian scholars included in this esteemed list are:

• Dejan B. Milošević, Stef Jansen, Izet Masic, and Izudin Džafić, (University of Sarajevo),
• Asif Sabanovic, (International University of Sarajevo),
• Enver Zerem, (Academy of Sciences and Arts of Bosnia and Herzegovina).

Their achievements not only enhance their respective fields but also elevate the profile of Bosnian academia on a global scale, inspiring future generations of researchers.