7 Professors from the University of Nottingham Malaysia Featured in Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% Scientists List 2026

At the University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM), exceptional teaching is powered by exceptional research. We are proud to announce that several UNM academics have been recognised in the Stanford-Elsevier Top 2% Scientists List 2026. This prestigious recognition places them among the most influential researchers in the world, reflecting the global impact of their discoveries, innovations, and scholarly contributions. 

For our students, this means the opportunity to learn from academics who are not only experts in their fields, but are actively driving advancements that shape industries, inform policy, and address some of today's most pressing challenges. 

Recognised for Outstanding Research Impact in 2026 

The following academics have been recognised for their research impact in the latest single-year assessment: 

• Prof. Dominic C.Y. Foo (Chemical Engineering) 

• Prof. Hon Loong Lam (Energy) 

• Prof. Suyin Gan (Energy) 

• Prof. Kasturi Muthoosamy (Analytical Chemistry) 

• Associate Professor Khameel B. Mustapha (Materials) 

• Associate Professor Khai Ching Ng (Mechanical Engineering and Transports) 

• Prof. Tapan Kumar Nath (Forestry) 

• Associate Professor Wan Yong Ho (Complementary and Alternative Medicine) 

• Prof. Haider Abbas Almurib (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) 

Their recent contributions demonstrate the continued relevance, quality, and global reach of research being conducted at UNM. 

Career-Long Recognition for Sustained Research Impact 

The following UNM academics have been recognised for their career-long scholarly achievements and influence: 

• Prof. Suyin Gan (Energy) 

• Prof. Dominic C.Y. Foo (Chemical Engineering) 

• Prof. Hon Loong Lam (Energy) 

• Prof. Haider Abbas F. Almurib (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) 

• Associate Professor Wan Yong Ho (Complementary and Alternative Medicine) 

Their inclusion reflects years of dedication to producing research that continues to influence their disciplines and shape future discoveries. 

What is the Stanford-Elsevier Top 2% Scientists List? 

Compiled jointly by Stanford University and Elsevier, the Stanford-Elsevier Top 2% Scientists List identifies the world's most influential researchers based on standardised citation metrics. The ranking evaluates both career-long achievements and single-year research impact, covering 22 scientific fields and 174 sub-fields. 

Shaping Future Changemakers 

As we continue to strengthen our position as a leading research-intensive university, we remain committed to creating opportunities for students to learn, discover, and make an impact alongside some of the world's most influential researchers. 

We congratulate all academics recognised in the Stanford-Elsevier Top 2% Scientists List 2026. Their achievements exemplify the innovation and global outlook that define the University of Nottingham Malaysia.