An-Najah National University has notably led both the long-term and single-year rankings at the national level, securing the majority of positions for Palestine. Among the distinguished researchers featured in the long-term list are Prof. Waleed Sweileh, Prof. Sa'ed H. Zyoud, and Prof. Tamer Khatib, who have demonstrated sustained research excellence and impact over extended periods.

The long-term list ranks researchers based on a range of metrics, including citation counts, h-index, co-authorship adjusted hm-index, and the researcher’s role in collaborative work and research continuity. This approach provides a more holistic evaluation of research quality compared to rankings that focus solely on citation counts or publication volume. In contrast, the single-year list highlights research quality metrics specifically for 2024.

Distinguished An-Najah National University Researchers in the Long-Term List:

The long-term list highlights 19 researchers from Palestine, including eight from An-Najah National University, celebrated for their sustained research impact:

1. Prof. Waleed Sweileh

2. Prof. Sa'ed H. Zyoud

3. Prof. Tamer Khatib

4. Prof. Ansam Sawalha

5. Prof. Ismail Warad

6. Prof. Samah Al Jabi

7. Prof. Nidal Jaradat

8. Prof. Marwan Mahmoud

Distinguished An-Najah National University Researchers in the Single-Year List:

The single-year list, emphasizing research quality for 2024, includes 16 researchers from An-Najah National University:

1. Prof. Waleed Sweileh

2. Prof. Sa’ed Zyoud

3. Prof. Nidal Jaradat

4. Prof. Tamer Khatib

5. Prof. Ismail Warad

6. Dr. Zuheir Khalil

7. Prof. Samah Al Jabi

8. Dr. Mohammed Hawash

9. Prof. Ramzi Shawahna

10. Prof. Ansam Sawalha

11. Prof. Yacoub Batta

12. Dr. Amira Shaheen

13. Prof. Abdel Naser Zaid

14. Dr. Ahmad Eid

15. Prof. Wajeeh Daher

16. Dr. Saad Al-lahham

Prof. Abdel Naser Zaid, President of An-Najah National University, praised the outstanding achievements of the university's researchers, highlighting that this recognition underscores An-Najah’s leadership in scientific research and commitment to advancing academic excellence. He reaffirmed the university’s dedication to supporting its researchers with the necessary resources and facilities to foster scientific innovation.

Prof. Waleed Sweileh, Dean of Scientific Research, expressed his pride in this global recognition, noting that An-Najah's researchers have elevated both the university’s and Palestine’s stature on the world scientific stage. He credited the strategic support of the university’s administration, the Board of Trustees, and Prof. Rami Hamdallah, Vice Chairman of An-Najah’s Board of Trustees, as crucial factors in the university's ascent in academic and research excellence.

This ranking, developed by Stanford University in collaboration with Elsevier, represents the fifth update of this comprehensive evaluation of global researchers. It employs a composite citation index that integrates various metrics such as publication counts, citation impacts, and researchers' roles, offering a nuanced approach to assessing research quality.

For more information on the ranking, the methodology used, and the full list of recognized researchers, please visit:

https://elsevier.digitalcommonsdata.com/datasets/btchxktzyw/7