INSTITUTE, W.Va. — West Virginia State University (WVSU) Professor of Genetics and Biotechnology Dr. Umesh K. Reddy has been recognized among the World’s Top 5% Scientists in the 2025 Global Scientific Index and Scientist Ranking, based on bibliometric analysis of global research contributions. 

Reddy is internationally recognized for his pioneering work in plant genomics, crop improvement, artificial intelligence–assisted breeding, nutraceutical research and functional genomics using model systems such as Arabidopsis, Drosophila and C. elegans. His research program has contributed significantly to advances in specialty crop breeding, disease resistance, phytochemical biology and genomics-driven agriculture, while also providing training opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral researchers. 

“This recognition reflects the extraordinary caliber of research and innovation taking place at West Virginia State University,” said WVSU President Ericke S. Cage. “Dr. Reddy’s groundbreaking work in genomics, biotechnology and agricultural science is transforming these important fields while elevating the University’s reputation on a global stage. We are incredibly proud to see his scholarship recognized among the world’s leading scientific contributions.”

SciRank Global is the world’s leading global scientific index, ranking 10 million active researchers fairly, transparently and independently of geography or institutional prestige. The 2025 Global Scientific Index and Scientist Ranking analyzes more than 8 million active researcher profiles and 20 million scholarly works sourced from OpenAlex, the world’s largest open research database. Only the top 5% by Normalized Composite Score qualify for certification.

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