Dr. M. Khalid Hossain, a Senior Research Scientist at the Institute of Electronics (IE) of the Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission (BAEC), has been recognized in the “World’s Top 2% Most-Cited Scientists” in Energy/Applied Physics for three consecutive years (2023–2025) by Stanford University based on Scopus/Elsevier data. He earned his Ph.D. in 2021 in hydrogen energy materials and nuclear reactor materials, and his research focuses on hydrogen behavior at high temperatures and pressures in metals and ceramics, including proton-conducting materials for electrochemical devices such as solid oxide fuel and electrolysis cells, membrane reactors, pumps, and sensors. Dr. Hossain has published over 230 papers in the Web of Science (7,500+ citations, h-index 50) and 250+ publications in Scopus (8,500+ citations, h-index 53). He also serves as a reviewer for SCIE journals from leading publishers, including ACS, RSC, Wiley, IOP, OSA, MDPI, Springer, Elsevier, and Taylor & Francis, highlighting his significant contributions and influence in the field of energy and applied physics.
In 2024, Dr. M. Khalid Hossain demonstrated significant influence in the field of energy and applied physics, with a total of 85 publications in the Web of Science database. His research primarily spans materials science, chemistry, optics, physics, and energy-related fields, highlighting his interdisciplinary expertise. He is the leading author in almost all publications (98.8%), with strong international collaborations, especially with researchers from Saudi Arabia, India, Japan, and South Korea. The majority of his work is published as articles (96.5%) and includes highly cited papers, review articles, and early access publications. His contribution is further reinforced by high citation metrics and participation as a reviewer for top SCIE journals. Dr. M. Khalid Hossain (Web of Science)
The areas of research publication categories in the TreeMap:
Research contributions in the field:
| Categories | Record Count | % of 85 |
|---|---|---|
| Materials Science Multidisciplinary | 22 | 25.882% |
| Chemistry Multidisciplinary | 16 | 18.824% |
| Optics | 13 | 15.294% |
| Chemistry Physical | 12 | 14.118% |
| Chemistry Inorganic Nuclear | 8 | 9.412% |
| Physics Applied | 8 | 9.412% |
| Physics Condensed Matter | 8 | 9.412% |
| Energy Fuels | 7 | 8.235% |
| Multidisciplinary Sciences | 6 | 7.059% |
| Nanoscience Nanotechnology | 6 | 7.059% |
| Physics Multidisciplinary | 6 | 7.059% |
| Engineering Chemical | 4 | 4.706% |
| Materials Science Ceramics | 2 | 2.353% |
| Materials Science Textiles | 2 | 2.353% |
| Metallurgy/Metallurgical Engineering | 2 | 2.353% |
| Nuclear Science Technology | 2 | 2.353% |
| Physics Atomic Molecular Chemical | 2 | 2.353% |
| Polymer Science | 2 | 2.353% |
| Crystallography | 1 | 1.176% |
| Electrochemistry | 1 | 1.176% |
| Engineering Electrical Electronic | 1 | 1.176% |
| Engineering Environmental | 1 | 1.176% |
| Green Sustainable Science Technology | 1 | 1.176% |
| Materials Science Coatings Films | 1 | 1.176% |
| Water Resources | 1 | 1.176% |
Research areas:
Types of published documents:
| Types | Record Count | % of 85 |
|---|---|---|
| Article | 82 | 96.471% |
| Early Access | 3 | 3.529% |
| Correction | 2 | 2.353% |
| Review Article | 1 | 1.176% |
Authors’ infographic (Top 25):
Researcher profiles (Top 25):
| Researchers | Record Count | % of 85 |
|---|---|---|
| Hossain, M. Khalid | 85 | 100.000% |
| Haldhar, Rajesh | 22 | 25.882% |
| Pandey, Rahul | 15 | 17.647% |
| TOKI, GAZI FARHAN ISHRAQUE | 13 | 15.294% |
| Lohia, Pooja | 12 | 14.118% |
| Dwivedi, D. K. | 11 | 12.941% |
| Mohammad, Saikh | 11 | 12.941% |
| Mohammad, M. R. | 11 | 12.941% |
| Samajdar, Dip Prakash | 10 | 11.765% |
| Bhattarai, Sagar | 9 | 10.588% |
| Bencherif, H. | 9 | 10.588% |
| Madan, Jaya | 9 | 10.588% |
| Albaqami, Munirah D | 8 | 9.412% |
| Rahman, Md. Ferdous | 8 | 9.412% |
| Marasamy, Latha | 7 | 8.235% |
| Darwish, Moustafa | 7 | 8.235% |
| P, Sasikumar | 7 | 8.235% |
| Shahatha, Sara H. | 7 | 8.235% |
| Agarwal, Surbhi | 6 | 7.059% |
| Uddin, M Shihab | 6 | 7.059% |
| ALOTAIBI, NOUF | 5 | 5.882% |
| Revathy, M. S. | 5 | 5.882% |
| Saadu Itas, Yahaya | 5 | 5.882% |
| Trukhanov, Sergey | 5 | 5.882% |
| MISHRA, ADARSH CHANDRA | 5 | 5.882% |
Research-affiliated institutes:
Research collaboration countries:
| Countries/Regions | Record Count | % of 85 |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | 85 | 100.000% |
| Saudi Arabia | 58 | 68.235% |
| India | 55 | 64.706% |
| Japan | 33 | 38.824% |
| South Korea | 28 | 32.941% |
| Peoples R China | 22 | 25.882% |
| Iraq | 17 | 20.000% |
| Algeria | 14 | 16.471% |
| Egypt | 11 | 12.941% |
| USA | 11 | 12.941% |
| Russia | 10 | 11.765% |
| Mexico | 9 | 10.588% |
| Pakistan | 7 | 8.235% |
| Belarus | 6 | 7.059% |
| Malaysia | 6 | 7.059% |
| Nigeria | 6 | 7.059% |
| Italy | 5 | 5.882% |
| France | 3 | 3.529% |
| Azerbaijan | 2 | 2.353% |
| Canada | 2 | 2.353% |
| Jordan | 2 | 2.353% |
| Lithuania | 2 | 2.353% |
| South Africa | 2 | 2.353% |
| Uzbekistan | 2 | 2.353% |
| Australia | 1 | 1.176% |
Sustainable Development Goals:
Web of Science Index:
Research highlights of Dr. M. Khalid Hossain:
| Type | Result Count |
|---|---|
| Highly Cited Papers | 4 |
| Review Article | 1 |
| Early Access | 3 |
| Open Access | 23 |
| Enriched Cited References | 59 |
| Open publisher-invited reviews | 1 |
Observations:
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Dr. Hossain is the dominant author, contributing to nearly all publications, showing leadership in his research group.
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Materials science, chemistry, and optics are the most frequent research categories, indicating a strong focus on interdisciplinary materials and energy studies.
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He has extensive international collaboration, particularly with countries in Asia and the Middle East, enhancing global impact.
Questions:
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Which specific publications contributed most to his high citation count in 2024?
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How has his collaboration network influenced the scope and visibility of his research?
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Are there emerging research areas in his recent publications that suggest new directions in hydrogen energy materials?
Dr. Hossain’s 2024 Web of Science profile reflects a highly productive and internationally collaborative researcher whose work is both interdisciplinary and influential, particularly in energy and materials science.
