Three MPSD Directors selected as Highly Cited Researchers 2025
Three Directors of the Max Planck Institute for the Structure and Dynamics of Matter (MPSD), Angel Rubio, Jie Shan and Kin Fai have been selected as Highly Cited Researchers 2025 by Clarivate.
The distinction as Highly Scited Researchers recognizes scientists whose research publications rank among the top one percent by citations in their field, reflecting outstanding global influence and impact within the scientific community.
Angel Rubio, Director of the MPSD’s Theory Department, is a leading researcher in time-dependent density functional theory and quantum electrodynamical density functional theory. His research focuses on exploring the electronic and structural properties of complex quantum systems using cutting edge computing and modeling tools.
Jie Shan and Kin Fai Mak, co-Directors of the Quantum Condensed Matter Dynamics Department, are leading scientists in the field of two-dimensional materials and quantum optoelectronics. Their discoveries have revealed new quantum phenomena in atomically thin crystals and laid the foundation for innovative applications in future quantum technologies.
All of them have been selected for this title already numerous times, highlighting the impact their research has in the field.
In addition, several researchers affiliated with the Max Planck – New York Center for Non-Equilibrium Quantum Phenomena — a joint initiative involving the MPG — have also been named Highly Cited Researchers in 2025. James Hone and Dmitri Basov from Columbia University, as well as Mischa Bonn, Director at the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research (MPIP) in Mainz, are all recognized for their impactful contributions in the field of quantum materials and ultrafast dynamics. Their inclusion highlights the strength of this transatlantic collaboration and the scientific excellence fostered by the Center.
The Highly Cited Researchers list is compiled annually by Clarivate, based on data from the Web of Science citation index. It identifies researchers who have demonstrated exceptional influence through consistently high citation counts across multiple publications.
