Scilit Webinar | 2026 Top Cited Scholars List and Four Dimension Influence Portraits

Mitchell College of Business, University of South Alabama, U.S.A;Dr. Hair is the Director of the Ph.D. Program in Business Administration at the Mitchell College of Business, University of South Alabama, U.S.A. He earned his PhD, Master of Arts, and Bachelor of Arts from the University of Florida. Joe is ranked #1 globally in Multivariate Data Analysis, Marketing, SEM, and PLS-SEM, with career citations exceeding 668,000, an H-Index of 149, and an I-10 index of 659. He has co-authored over 150 editions of his books, including Multivariate Data Analysis, Cengage Learning, U.K., 8th edition 2019; A Primer on Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling, Sage, 4th edition, 2026; Advanced Issues in Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling, Sage, 2nd edition 2024; Essentials of Marketing Analytics, McGraw-Hill, 2nd edition 2024; Essentials of Marketing Research, McGraw-Hill, 6th edition 2026; and Essentials of Business Research Methods, 5th edition, 2024. Additionally, he has published over 175 articles in scholarly journals such as the Journal of Marketing Research, Journal of Academy of Marketing Science, Organizational Research Methods, Harvard Business Review, European Journal of Marketing, Journal of Marketing Theory & Practice, Decision Sciences, and European Management Journal, among others.

Faculty of Engineering, University of Porto (FEUP), Portugal;Manuel Simões is Associate Professor with Habilitation in Chemical and Biological Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto (FEUP), Portugal. His research focuses on biofilms, antimicrobial resistance, microbial control, disinfection, and the development of innovative strategies to combat persistent microbial contamination. He is internationally recognised for his contributions to biofilm research and antimicrobial control and was named a Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher from 2020 to 2024, placing him among the top 1% of researchers worldwide in his field. His work bridges fundamental microbiology, engineering, and applied research, with a strong emphasis on translating scientific advances into practical solutions for healthcare, industrial, and environmental applications.

Department of Accounting and Finance, University of Granada, Spain;Prof. Manuel Pedro Rodríguez Bolívar is Professor in Accounting at the University of Granada. He is included into the list of 100,000 top-scientists in the world -years 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024- (see https://elsevier.digitalcommonsdata.com/datasets/btchxktzyw/8) and Top 2% Scholar in the world due to the impact of his research career. He has been recognised as a Distinguished Scholar by the Digital Government Society. He has authored more than 75 papers in 35 different JCR journals, among them we can highlight Government Information Quarterly, Public Administration and Development, Online Information Review, International Review of Administrative Sciences, American Review of Public Administration, Journal of Environmental Policy & Planning, Information Technology for Development, Internet Research, Administration & Society, among others. He has been also the author of several book chapters published in Routledge, Kluwer Academic Publishers, Springer, Nova Publishers and IGI Global, and is author of full-length books published by the Ministry of Economy and Finance in Spain. He is also editor of books in Springer and Routledge, member of the Editorial Board of Government Information Quarterly and Associate Editor in other leading international journals.

European Institute of Membranes (IEM), University of Montpellier, France;Mikhael Bechelany is a CNRS Research Director at the European Institute of Membranes (IEM), University of Montpellier, France, where he heads the DM3 department. His research focuses on functional nanomaterials, atomic and molecular layer deposition, and advanced membranes for energy and environmental applications. He has authored over 500 scientific publications and co-founded seven start-ups, connecting fundamental research with industrial innovation. He also holds editorial responsibilities with several international scientific journals.

Institute of Molecular Pathobiochemistry, Experimental Gene Therapy and Clinical Chemistry (IFMPEGKC), RWTH University Hospital Aachen;Prof. Ralf Weiskirchen was born on February 2, 1964, in Bergisch Gladbach, North Rhine-Westphalia (Germany). After his school education, he studied Biology and earned his PhD with distinction at the University of Cologne (Germany). Thereafter, he worked as a Research Associate at the Institute of Biochemistry at the University of Innsbruck (Austria). Back in Germany, he habilitated at RWTH University Hospital Aachen and was appointed Professor, a position he has held since 2007. Currently, he is the Head of the Institute of Molecular Pathobiochemistry, Experimental Gene Therapy and Clinical Chemistry (IFMPEGKC) at RWTH University Hospital Aachen. His major focus is the analysis of the TGF-β/BMP and PDGF signalling pathways in the pathogenesis of various diseases. Professor Weiskirchen maintains a variety of national and international collaborations that are focused on molecular aspects of disease formation and therapy. Moreover, his work is focused on the identification and evaluation of novel biomarkers.

Institute of Business Management, Karachi, Pakistan;Dr. Sayed Fayaz Ahmad is an accomplished academic, researcher, and scholar specializing in engineering management, sustainability, operations and supply chain management, and emerging technologies. He has authored more than 110 research publications, primarily in peer-reviewed international journals, demonstrating his commitment to advancing interdisciplinary knowledge and addressing contemporary global challenges. His scholarly contributions have achieved a cumulative impact factor exceeding 370 and a citation count exceeding 500, reflecting the growing influence of his research. Dr. Fayaz’s research interests include artificial intelligence ethics and governance, sustainable development, technology management, digital transformation, engineering management, and sustainable operations. His work emphasizes responsible technological innovation, organizational excellence, and the integration of sustainability principles into managerial and technological practices. His academic achievements have received international and national recognition. He has been included in the Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% Scientists list and recognized as a Distinguished Scientist and Researcher by Pakistan’s Higher Education Commission (HEC). He is also a Full Member of Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society, reflecting his engagement with the international research community. Through his interdisciplinary scholarship, extensive publication record, and commitment to responsible innovation, Dr. Fayaz continues to contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge, sustainable development, and effective management practices. His work bridges technology, management, and societal well-being, positioning him as a dedicated contributor to contemporary academic research.

MDPI;Dr. Haochen Dong is Product Manager at Scilit and holds a PhD from Kyoto University. He is responsible for product planning, requirements analysis, feature design, and project delivery. His work focuses on the needs of researchers, publishers, and academic organizations. Through user research and data analysis, he continuously improves literature search, information discovery, and the overall platform interaction experience.