Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET) has substantially contributed to global research across a diverse set of scientific domains with 183 publications in 2024. With a strong representation in major fields like Electrical Engineering, Energy Fuels, and Multidisciplinary Sciences, RUET’s research efforts have significantly impacted various academic communities. In particular, the university has shown remarkable output in collaboration with both national and international institutions. Notably, RUET’s research publications have garnered a large share of citations, underlining its scholarly influence. Key contributions also include the publication of a high number of open-access papers, allowing for broader dissemination of knowledge. The university’s engagement in prominent conferences and its diverse collaborations further highlight its expanding role in global scientific research. Web of Science
The leading areas of research publication categories in the TreeMap:
Major contributions in the field include (leading 25):
| Web of Science Categories | Record Count | % of 183 |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Electrical Electronic | 31 | 16.940% |
| Energy Fuels | 29 | 15.847% |
| Materials Science Multidisciplinary | 24 | 13.115% |
| Multidisciplinary Sciences | 20 | 10.929% |
| Chemistry Multidisciplinary | 14 | 7.650% |
| Environmental Sciences | 13 | 7.104% |
| Computer Science Information Systems | 11 | 6.011% |
| Engineering Chemical | 10 | 5.464% |
| Telecommunications | 10 | 5.464% |
| Optics | 9 | 4.918% |
| Green Sustainable Science Technology | 8 | 4.372% |
| Chemistry Physical | 7 | 3.825% |
| Computer Science Interdisciplinary Applications | 7 | 3.825% |
| Physics Condensed Matter | 7 | 3.825% |
| Physics Applied | 6 | 3.279% |
| Chemistry Analytical | 5 | 2.732% |
| Engineering Environmental | 5 | 2.732% |
| Engineering Multidisciplinary | 5 | 2.732% |
| Medicine General Internal | 5 | 2.732% |
| Nanoscience Nanotechnology | 5 | 2.732% |
| Chemistry Applied | 4 | 2.186% |
| Mechanics | 4 | 2.186% |
| Physics Multidisciplinary | 4 | 2.186% |
| Polymer Science | 4 | 2.186% |
| Automation Control Systems | 3 | 1.639% |
Types of published documents:
Leading authors graphic:
Researcher profiles (Leading 25):
Research affiliations of RUET with other universities and institutes (Leading 25):
| Affiliations | Record Count | % of 183 |
|---|---|---|
| Rajshahi University of Engineering Technology (RUET) | 97 | 53.005% |
| University of Rajshahi | 76 | 41.530% |
| Bangladesh Council of Scientific Industrial Research (BCSIR) | 17 | 9.290% |
| University of Technology Sydney | 11 | 6.011% |
| Saveetha Institute of Medical Technical Science | 10 | 5.464% |
| King Saud University | 9 | 4.918% |
| Monash University | 9 | 4.918% |
| Qatar University | 9 | 4.918% |
| Queensland University of Technology (QUT) | 9 | 4.918% |
| University of Tokyo | 9 | 4.918% |
| Clemson University | 8 | 4.372% |
| Edith Cowan University | 8 | 4.372% |
| Jashore University of Science and Technology (JUST) | 8 | 4.372% |
| Kyung Hee University | 8 | 4.372% |
| Texas A&M University System | 8 | 4.372% |
| University of Dhaka | 8 | 4.372% |
| Australian National University | 7 | 3.825% |
| Bahir Dar University | 7 | 3.825% |
| Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Science and Technology University | 7 | 3.825% |
| Bangladesh University of Engineering Technology (BUET) | 7 | 3.825% |
| Cihan University Sulaimaniya | 7 | 3.825% |
| City University of Hong Kong | 7 | 3.825% |
| Deakin University | 7 | 3.825% |
| Griffith University | 7 | 3.825% |
| Islamic University | 7 | 3.825% |
Research collaboration countries (Leading 25):
Conference titles:
- 7th International Conference on the Development in the Renewable Energy Technology (ICDRET) – 3
- IEEE International Conference on Electro Information Technology (EIT) – 2
- 11th IEEE International Conference on Consumer Electronics Taiwan (ICCE Taiwan) Empower of Innovative Consumer Technology – 1
- 7th Environmental Technology and Management Conference (ETMC) Anticipating and Addressing Emerging Environmental Challenges – 1
The leading publishers:
Web of Science Index:
| Index | Record Count | % of 183 |
|---|---|---|
| Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED) | 145 | 79.235% |
| Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI) | 30 | 16.393% |
| Conference Proceedings Citation Index – Science (CPCI-S) | 7 | 3.825% |
| Conference Proceedings Citation Index – Social Science & Humanities (CPCI-SSH) | 4 | 2.186% |
| Social Sciences Citation Index (SSCI) | 2 | 1.093% |
Research Highlights of RUET:
| Items | Record Count |
|---|---|
| Highly Cited Papers | 7 |
| Hot Papers | 5 |
| Review Article | 15 |
| Early Access | 6 |
| Open Access | 99 |
| Enriched Cited References | 101 |
| Open Publisher-invited Reviews | 8 |
Observations:
- Diverse Research Domains: RUET has a strong presence in multiple fields, with notable contributions in Engineering (Electrical, Chemical), Energy, and Multidisciplinary Sciences, representing over 60% of their published work.
- High Collaboration Rate: The university has established key partnerships with several prestigious institutions, such as the University of Rajshahi, King Saud University, and Monash University, driving forward international research efforts.
- Significant Publication and Citation Impact: RUET’s papers, particularly in the Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), indicate a high-quality research output. A significant portion of their publications are open access, enhancing global reach and accessibility.
Questions:
- How can RUET further strengthen its collaboration with international universities to enhance its research output and influence in key areas like Energy and Materials Science?
- What measures can RUET take to ensure that more of its high-impact research is published in top-tier journals, especially in emerging fields like Green Sustainable Science?
- Given the increasing demand for interdisciplinary research, how can RUET better foster collaborations across diverse scientific fields to drive innovation in Multidisciplinary Sciences and Engineering?
*** This is a summary of research publications from RUET in 2024, based on data from Web of Science. ***
