Two NICHE professors earn place in world’s top 2% scientists’ list - The HinduPublished - October 12, 2026 08:44 pm IST - NAGERCOILTwo professors from Noorul Islam Centre for Higher Education (NICHE), Kumaracoil, have been featured in the world’s top 2% scientists’ list, a prominent bibliometric ranking that recognises researchers based on citation related indicators and research impact.S.S. Kumar, Head of Department of Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering and Deputy Director of Research at NICHE, has secured the global rank of 1,66,013.Praseetha Prabhakaran Kala, Head of Department of Nanotechnology and Deputy Controller of Examinations, has been ranked at 3,13,314 globally.The world’s top 2% scientists’ list is compiled using bibliometric indicators, derived from scientific publications, citations and other measures of research impact. Inclusion in the list provides recognition of researchers’ scholarly contributions and their engagement with the global research community.The achievement of these two faculty members of NICHE reflects their sustained commitment to research, academic excellence, innovation and knowledge advancement.The NICHE university management, officials, faculty members, research scholars and students extended their wishes to both professors.Published - October 12, 2026 08:44 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }