Recognised Among the World's Top 1.45% Researchers in Pharmacology and Pharmacy
Niwai: Prof. Ashutosh Pareek of the Department of Pharmacy at Banasthali Vidyapith has brought laurels to the country by achieving a significant milestone in international research. He has been included in the prestigious 2026 Elsevier list of the world's top 2% scientists, reaffirming his contribution to pharmaceutical research and academic excellence.
In the fields of pharmacology and pharmacy, Prof. Pareek secured 2,403rd position among 166,116 researchers worldwide, placing him among the top 1.45% researchers globally in his field.
Ranks Among India's Top 45 Researchers
Prof. Pareek has also established a strong research profile at the national level. Among 371 researchers from India listed in this field, he ranks among the top 45 based on external citations received by their research papers. He has also earned recognition among 20 selected scientists from Rajasthan.
With an average of 9.02 non-self-citations per research paper, Prof. Pareek is among the top five scientists in Rajasthan in his area of research.
Research Spans Asthma to Cancer Treatment
With nearly 18 years of experience in pharmaceutical sciences, higher education and research, Prof. Pareek has made significant contributions to several areas, including novel drug delivery systems for asthma, neuropharmacology and cancer treatment.
His research work has been published in reputed international scientific journals, including The Lancet, reflecting the relevance and reach of his academic contributions.
The prestigious list is based on research data compiled by scientists at Stanford University and published through the Elsevier Data Repository. Inclusion in the list highlights Prof. Pareek's growing international recognition and research impact.
Prof. Pareek has previously received several honours, including the Prof. M. L. Shroff Memorial National Award, the IPGA Young Scientist Award and the Zee National Achievers Award.
His achievement is a matter of pride for Banasthali Vidyapith and the scientific community of Rajasthan.
Photo: Prof. Ashutosh Pareek
