December 9, 2024 —
Eight UM researchers have been selected for their exceptional research performance and impact as demonstrated by multiple highly cited papers in 2024.
The list is released by [Clarivate](https://recognition.webofscience.com/awards/highly-cited/2021/?utm_campaign=EM1_Highly_Cited_Researchers_SAR_Global_2021_Recipients_EN&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Eloqua), an organization that focuses on analytics and research. Each year, Clarivate’s [Web of Science](https://clarivate.com/academia-government/scientific-and-academic-research/research-discovery-and-referencing/web-of-science/) identifies the world’s most influential researchers who have been most frequently cited by their peers.
> “Being recognized on the highly cited researchers list is a direct reflection of the remarkable impact of research conducted by research teams at UM,” says Mario Pinto, Vice-President Research and International. “Their work influences other researchers around the world and confirms that UM is a leader in the global arena.”
**UM’s highly cited researchers included on this year’s list include:**
**Heather Adam** – Assistant Professor, Max Rady College of Medicine
**Ekram Hossain** – Professor, Price Faculty of Engineering
**Rotimi Aluko** – Professor, Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
**James Karlowsky** – Professor, Max Rady College of Medicine
**Phillipe Lagacé-Wiens** – Assistant Professor, Max Rady College of Medicine
**Frank Schweizer** – Professor, Max Rady College of Medicine and Faculty of Science
**Sheryle Zelenistsky** – Professor, College of Pharmacy
**George Zhanel** – Professor, Max Rady College of Medicine
_Research at the University of Manitoba is partially supported by funding from the Government of Canada Research Support Fund._
UM Today Staff