TU Dublin Lecturer Ranked Among Top 1% Influential Researchers Worldwide for 2024
Dr Amit Jaiswal, a lecturer from Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin), has been recognised among the top 1% of the world’s most influential researchers for 2024. This prestigious designation is part of the "Highly Cited Researchers" list compiled by Clarivate Analytics, which identifies researchers whose work has been most frequently cited by peers over the last decade.
Dr Jaiswal is one of only 35 researchers from Ireland to receive this recognition and the sole honouree from Ireland's Technological Sector. The 2024 list includes 6,636 individual researchers from 59 countries and regions, emphasising the global reach and influence of those named. Within Ireland, the distinction showcases the nation's growing contributions to global research excellence, with Dr Jaiswal standing out as a leader in advancing knowledge.
Congratulating Dr Jaiswal; Dr Julie Dunne, Head of the School of Food Science and Environmental Health said:
Being recognised among the top 1% of researchers globally is a testament to Amit’s dedication, innovation, and the high impact of his work. His contributions in biobased materials, food packaging, and circular economy initiatives are driving advancements in academic research while providing practical solutions to critical global challenges in sustainability and environmental impact. This recognition highlights the calibre of research being undertaken at TU Dublin, and we are immensely proud to have Dr Jaiswal as part of our academic community.
Dr Jaiswal is a Lecturer at the School of Food Science and Environmental Health and the Programme Coordinator for MSc in Sustainable Food Safety Management and co-director for the Centre for Sustainable Packaging and Bioproducts (CSPB). Dr Jaiswal’s research focuses on biorefinery strategies for converting lignocellulosic biomass into biobased chemicals, biofuels, and biomaterials such as nanocellulose and lignin, contributing to the circular economy. His work applies these sustainable materials in the development of innovative solutions, including food, packaging, coatings, energy storage devices, adhesives, and water purification systems, in collaboration with other researchers and industry partners. He integrates techno-economic analysis and life cycle assessment (LCA) to evaluate the feasibility and environmental impacts of these innovations.
Dr Jaiswal’s research has been supported by competitive funding from the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine (DAFM), the Irish Research Council (IRC), Science Foundation Ireland (SFI), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Ireland, and Enterprise Ireland, along with other prestigious grants and awards. These efforts have produced solutions to critical issues such as sustainability and food security, earning widespread citation and recognition globally.
Commenting on being selected Dr Jaiswal said:
I am deeply honoured to be recognised for the second time among the top 1% of influential researchers globally. This distinction is not just a personal milestone but a testament to the collaborative efforts of my colleagues at the School of Food Science and Environmental Health, the research team at the Centre for Sustainable Packaging and Bioproducts, the Sustainability & Health Research Hub, the Health Engineering & Materials Science Research Hub, and my valued collaborators. This recognition motivates me to continue pushing boundaries, fostering innovation, and contributing to solutions that create a meaningful global impact.
This recognition not only highlights Dr Jaiswal’s remarkable contributions but also strengthens TU Dublin’s position as a leader in innovative, impactful research on both a national and international stage.
Congratulations also to UCD and TU Dublin Adjunct Professor Dr Paula Bourke, named for a fifth time in the Highly Cited Researchers report.