40 researchers from CSIR-CSMCRI included among world's top 1,000 scientists

Researchers from the Bhavnagar-based CSIR-Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSIR-CSMCRI) have achieved a major global milestone. According to the Scholarly Index rankings, 40 scientists and technical staff members of the institute have secured a place among the world's top 1,000 researchers in their respective research subjects, which is a moment of pride for India. According to a report by PIB Ahmedabad, the institute's Director Dr. Arup Ghosh and Chief Scientist Dr. Vaibhav A. Mantri have also made significant contributions to this achievement, having secured the first position at the national level in their respective subjects. Additionally, at least 10 scientists have also secured a place in the 'Stanford-Elsevier World's Top 2% Scientists List 2026'.

The work of these researchers spans various important fields. This includes subjects such as seaweed biology and marine biotechnology, plant and molecular biotechnology, membrane science, desalination and water purification, salt and marine chemicals, advanced materials and catalysis, marine natural products, renewable energy, resource recovery, and environmental sustainability. These researches support sectors of national priority such as water security, sustainable agriculture, utilization of marine resources, and the blue economy.

CSIR-CSMCRI is a constituent laboratory of the New Delhi-based Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). This global recognition reflects the institute's multi-disciplinary research work, development of indigenous technology, and efforts to create social impact.