Science Should Look Past the 'Top 2%' Scientist Label
An article argues that India's science system should not make inclusion in a 'top 2% scientists' database its main goal. It says the country needs both basic research and practical solutions. The piece urges a broader view of what good science looks like.
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Context: The top 2% list ranks researchers using citation and impact data, and it is often used to judge careers and funding. Debates over such rankings have grown as India works to raise the quality and output of its research.
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