February 10, 2026

The Lebanese Academy is proud to recognize four of its distinguished members who have been named Highly Ranked Scholars™ by ScholarGPS, a global analytics platform that identifies the top 0.05% of researchers worldwide based on publication record, impact, and quality.

This distinction reflects sustained scholarly excellence and international influence across diverse domains of biomedical science and medicine.

Prof. William Zoghbi is recognized as a Highly Ranked Scholar in Doppler Echocardiography and Echocardiography, fields in which his work has shaped modern cardiovascular imaging and clinical practice worldwide.

Prof. Toni Choueiri is recognized as a Highly Ranked Scholar in Clear Cell Carcinoma, Renal Cell Carcinoma, Targeted Therapy, Nivolumab, Kidney Cancer, and Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF), reflecting his leadership in advancing modern therapies for kidney cancer.

Prof. Nada Abumrad is recognized as a Highly Ranked Scholar in Fatty Acids, highlighting her influential contributions to metabolic and biomedical research.

Dr. Jawad Fares is recognized as a Highly Ranked Scholar in Metastasis, reflecting his contributions to cancer biology and translational research.

Together, these recognitions highlight the breadth of excellence within the Lebanese Academy community and underscore the global impact of Lebanese scholars across multiple scientific frontiers.

About ScholarGPS

ScholarGPS is a global analytics platform that evaluates the scholarly impact and productivity of researchers worldwide across all disciplines. Using quantitative metrics based on publication record, citation impact, and research quality, ScholarGPS identifies Highly Ranked Scholars™ who represent the top 0.05% of researchers globally within their respective fields. The platform provides an objective, data-driven assessment of academic influence across specific research domains and over defined time periods.

About the Lebanese Academy

The Lebanese Academy is a merit-based learned society that brings together leading Lebanese scholars from around the world to advance science, education, and knowledge exchange. Established to strengthen Lebanon’s scientific footprint and foster international collaboration, the Academy serves as a platform for excellence, dialogue, and impact across disciplines, uniting distinguished academics and professionals committed to advancing research and societal progress.