Chung Yuan Christian University (CYCU) has achieved a new milestone in academic excellence, with 31 professors named among the World’s Top 2% Scientists in 2026, according to the latest rankings released by a research team at Stanford University. The total represents an increase of two professors from the previous year and marks a record high for the University.
The recognized scholars represent a diverse range of research fields, including artificial intelligence, electronic engineering, operations research, energy, chemical engineering, materials science, nanoscience, and business management. Their achievements reflect CYCU’s sustained commitment to research excellence, interdisciplinary innovation, and growing international academic influence.
According to CYCU’s Office of Research and Development, the World’s Top 2% Scientists rankings are based on data from Scopus, one of the world’s largest abstract and citation databases, covering more than 11 million scientists worldwide.
The rankings assess research impact using six citation-based indicators, including total citations, the h-index, the co-authorship-adjusted hm-index, and citation measures reflecting researchers’ contributions as single, first, or last authors. Together, these indicators provide a comprehensive assessment of scholarly influence across research disciplines.
In the 2026 rankings, 28 CYCU scholars were recognized in the Career-Long Scientific Impact Rankings (1960–2025), while 16 appeared in the 2025 Annual Scientific Impact Rankings. With some scholars appearing on both lists, a total of 31 distinct CYCU professors received recognition.
The results highlight the University’s broad research capabilities and sustained international visibility across multiple academic disciplines.
The following CYCU faculty members were named in the Career-Long Scientific Impact Rankings (1960–2025):
- Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering: Hui-Min Huang, Jin-Chou Yang
- Department of Applied Mathematics: Min-Sheng Yang, Siegfried Schaible
- Department of Electronic Engineering: Chun-Wei Hung, Shih-Lun Chen
- College of Business: Kun-Jen Chung
- Department of Business Administration: Yi-Chung Hu
- Department of Electrical Engineering: Ying-Yi Hung, Chun-Ming Chang, Sen-Maw Kuo, Chien-Sung Chiou, Cheng-Yuan Chang, Kuan-Chun Hsieh
- Department of Bioscience Technology: Wen-Hsiung Chan
- Department of Physics: Kuei-Chou Yang, Chun-Chien Tsai
- Department of Chemical Engineering: Yung Chang, Jung-Hui Chen, Tsai-Wang Chung, Kuei-Jan Lee, Wei-Jen Liu
- Department of Chemistry: Jui-Ming Yeh, Hung-Wen Wang, Chun-Chen Liao
- Department of Environmental Engineering: Sheng-Jie You, Huan-Ping Chao, Ya-Fen Wang
These scholars have established sustained research records in fields ranging from fundamental sciences to applied engineering and management, reflecting the University’s long-term investment in academic research and innovation.
In the 2025 Annual Scientific Impact Rankings, CYCU faculty members recognized for their research contributions include:
- Department of Applied Mathematics: Min-Sheng Yang, Siegfried Schaible
- Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering: Hui-Min Huang
- Department of Business Administration: Yi-Chung Hu
- Department of Electrical Engineering: Ying-Yi Hung, Sen-Maw Kuo
- Department of Chemical Engineering: Yung Chang, Wei-Jen Liu, Rasu Muruganantham
- Department of Environmental Engineering: Huan-Ping Chao, Sheng-Jie You
- Department of Electronic Engineering: Shih-Lun Chen
- Department of Chemistry: Hsin-Tsung Chen
- Department of Physics: Chun-Chien Tsai
- Department of Bioscience Technology: Wen-Hsiung Chan, Nemi Malhotra
The number of CYCU scholars appearing in the annual rankings increased by four compared with the previous year, indicating continued progress in research performance and academic competitiveness.
CYCU stated that the recognition of 31 professors not only acknowledges the long-term dedication and scholarly achievements of its faculty members but also demonstrates the University’s growing research capacity and international academic presence.
As scientific research continues to evolve rapidly, CYCU remains committed to advancing forward-looking research, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, and strengthening partnerships with international academic institutions and industry.
By connecting academic expertise with global research networks and industry resources, the University aims to accelerate knowledge creation, translate research findings into practical applications, and address emerging societal and industrial challenges.
Building on this record achievement, CYCU will continue to expand its international research impact while fostering innovation that contributes to academic advancement and societal well-being.
