Cairo:A total of 135 faculty members and researchers from Cairo University have been named in Stanford University's list of the world's top 2% most influential scientists for 2026, noted for their significant research impact.
According to State Information Service Egypt, the number of Cairo University scientists on the list has increased significantly, from 79 in 2024 to 118 in 2025, and reaching 135 in 2026, marking a 71% rise over two years.
The Faculty of Pharmacy leads among the university's faculties with 36 scientists included, followed by the Faculty of Science with 34, the Faculty of Engineering with 19, and the Faculty of Medicine with 13. The faculties of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine each have nine scientists on the list, along with representation from various other faculties and institutes.
Cairo University President Mohamed Sami Abdel Sadek highlighted that this recognition demonstrates the excellence of the university's scientists and the effectiveness of its initiatives to support scientific research and enhance its international academic standing. He expressed pride in the contributions of the university's scholars to the global scientific community.
Abdel Sadek emphasized that the consistent increase in the number of recognized scientists reflects improvements in research performance and the university's dedication to fostering a creative and innovative environment. He outlined the university's strategy to improve research output quality, encourage international scientific publications, develop partnerships with global institutions, and invest in young researchers while supporting interdisciplinary research.
He also stressed the importance of aligning research excellence with societal impact, ensuring that the knowledge generated by the university addresses development challenges and improves citizens' lives. He reaffirmed the university's commitment to focusing its research capabilities on national priorities and linking scientific research and innovation to societal needs and future challenges.