Great news from the global research community: Stanford University and Elsevier have just released the 2024 edition of the World’s Top 2% Scientists list, recognizing the world’s most impactful researchers. We are very proud to see our members Ana Paula Póvoa, Carlos Bana e Costa and José Rui Figueira listed once again!
Ana Paula Póvoa and Carlos Bana e Costa are ranked in the top 2% for their research careers. And Ana Paula Póvoa, Carlos Bana e Costa and José Rui Figueira are also featured among the top 2% researchers for 2024.

This recognition highlights not only their individual excellence but also the growing global impact of research conducted at by CEGIST and Instituto Superior Técnico.
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