University of Arizona researchers ranked among most cited in the world

University of Arizona researchers Jean-Luc Bredas and Peter Behroozi earned a place on Clarivate’s 2024 Highly Cited Researchers list, meaning they produced studies that ranked in the top 1% of citations for their field. The list is composed of 6,886 researchers from world-class universities and research institutions. The researchers on this list are at the cutting edge of their field and are leaving a lasting influence on the academia produced today and far into the future.

“This recognition highlights the profound influence of the work of Dr. Bredas and Dr. Behroozi within the global research community,” said Tomás Díaz de la Rubia, U of A senior vice president for research and innovation. “To be cited at this level is a clear acknowledgment by peers that their research is essential to advancing knowledge and solving complex challenges. We take pride in fostering an environment where such impactful work thrives, and this reflects a broader commitment on the part of the university to support meaningful contributions that inspire innovation and discovery.”​

Jean-Luc Bredas, a Regents professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, has been named a 2024 “Highly Cited Researcher” by Clarivate after being cited a total of 109,575 times in his career across academic research in his field. This marks his third consecutive placement on the list. Bredas’s research involves harnessing solar energy with organic and hybrid solar cells which has gained attention for its advantageous characteristics of mechanical flexibility, material diversity and low-temperature processing. Bredas has received the Royal Society of Chemistry Centenary Prize, the Award of the American Chemical Society in the Chemistry of Minerals, the Alexander von Humboldt Research Award, and was appointed as “Scientific Editor” for “Material Horizons” published by the UK Society of Royal Chemistry.

Peter Behroozi, an associate professor in the Department of Astronomy and an associate astronomer at Steward Observatory, was also among the most cited researchers of 2024. His research involves simulating universes for millions of physical models. He uses computational statistics to study the connections between dark matter halo assembly, galaxy formation and the growth of supermassive black holes. His research is specifically effective for its ability to combine disparate observations into a consistent model of the universe. Behroozi’s work has been cited 15,234 throughout his career, making him one of the most highly cited researchers in his field.