{"id":107395,"date":"2025-12-18T07:53:21","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T07:53:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=107395"},"modified":"2025-12-18T07:53:21","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T07:53:21","slug":"three-gctu-scholars-named-among-worlds-top-2-scientists","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=107395","title":{"rendered":"Three GCTU scholars named among world\u2019s top 2% scientists"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='booster-block booster-read-block'>\n                <div class=\"twp-read-time\">\n                \t<i class=\"booster-icon twp-clock\"><\/i> <span>Read Time:<\/span>2 Minute, 35 Second                <\/div>\n\n            <\/div><div>\n<p>Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) has achieved another important milestone with three of its respected scholars being named among the World\u2019s Top 2% Scientists Network. This global list recognises researchers who have made a strong impact in their fields.<\/p>\n<p>This new achievement adds to the many successes that continue to show GCTU\u2019s growing strength in research, innovation and technology education.<br \/>The three GCTU scholars named in the ranking are:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prof. Emmanuel Ohene Afoakwa \u2013 Vice-Chancellor, GCTU \u2013 Rank: 41,933<\/li>\n<li>Dr Mohammed Musah, Senior Lecturer, DRIC \u2013 Rank: 66,301<\/li>\n<li>Prof. George Kofi Amoako, Retired Professor and former Director of Research, Innovation and Consultancy \u2013 Rank: 85,888<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The ranking also includes Prof. Robert Ebo Hinson, GCTU\u2019s immediate past Pro Vice-Chancellor, who appears with Rank: 101,836. His inclusion shows the strong research foundation laid by leaders who helped shape the University in recent years.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"876\" height=\"1024\"src=\"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/VC-Afoakwa-1314x1536-1.jpg\" alt=\"Three GCTU scholars named among world\u2019s top 2% scientists\" class=\"wp-image-10032930632\" title=\"Three GCTU scholars named among world\u2019s top 2% scientists\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/VC-Afoakwa-1314x1536-1-876x1024.jpg 876w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/VC-Afoakwa-1314x1536-1-257x300.jpg 257w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/VC-Afoakwa-1314x1536-1-768x898.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/VC-Afoakwa-1314x1536-1-120x140.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/VC-Afoakwa-1314x1536-1-107x125.jpg 107w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/VC-Afoakwa-1314x1536-1-214x250.jpg 214w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/VC-Afoakwa-1314x1536-1-128x150.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/VC-Afoakwa-1314x1536-1-363x424.jpg 363w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/VC-Afoakwa-1314x1536-1-43x50.jpg 43w, https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/VC-Afoakwa-1314x1536-1.jpg 1314w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 876px) 100vw, 876px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Emmanuel Ohene Afoakwa.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the World\u2019s Top 2% Scientists Network<\/h3>\n<p>The World\u2019s Top 2% Scientists Network is based on a global ranking created by experts who study research performance. It uses data from millions of scientists around the world and identifies those who fall within the top 2% in their areas of study. The ranking looks at how much a researcher\u2019s work is used and cited by others, as well as the overall importance of their contributions.<\/p>\n<p>The recognition of the GCTU scholars shows that they have published many research papers in well-known, high-quality journals and have added meaningfully to the world of knowledge.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\"src=\"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Prof-Amoako.jpg\" alt=\"Three GCTU scholars named among world\u2019s top 2% scientists\" class=\"wp-image-10032930629\" style=\"width:562px;height:auto\" title=\"Three GCTU scholars named among world\u2019s top 2% scientists\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Prof-Amoako-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Prof-Amoako-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Prof-Amoako-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Prof-Amoako-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Prof-Amoako-140x140.jpg 140w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Prof-Amoako-125x125.jpg 125w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Prof-Amoako-250x250.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Prof-Amoako-424x424.jpg 424w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Prof-Amoako-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Prof-Amoako.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Prof. George Kofi Amoako.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Evidence of GCTU\u2019s Strong Focus on Developing Its People<\/h3>\n<p>This achievement is especially meaningful for GCTU because it supports the goals set by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Emmanuel Ohene Afoakwa. He has been working hard to strengthen the research culture at GCTU and to help lecturers grow in their academic careers.<\/p>\n<p>A key part of this effort is the \u201cVision 20 by 30\u201d agenda, which aims to mentor and guide at least 20 senior lecturers to become professors by the year 2030. Through training, support, and encouragement, the programme is already achieving results.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"859\"src=\"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Dr-Musah.jpg\" alt=\"Three GCTU scholars named among world\u2019s top 2% scientists\" class=\"wp-image-10032930630\" style=\"width:601px;height:auto\" title=\"Three GCTU scholars named among world\u2019s top 2% scientists\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Dr-Musah-1024x859.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Dr-Musah-300x252.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Dr-Musah-768x645.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Dr-Musah-357x300.jpg 357w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Dr-Musah-167x140.jpg 167w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Dr-Musah-150x125.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Dr-Musah-298x250.jpg 298w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Dr-Musah-179x150.jpg 179w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Dr-Musah-505x424.jpg 505w, https:\/\/www.myjoyonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Dr-Musah-55x46.jpg 55w, https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Dr-Musah.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Dr. Mohammed Musah.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The recognition of GCTU\u2019s scholars in the World\u2019s Top 2% ranking shows clearly that these efforts are yielding positive results and motivating others in the University to venture into research and for existing ones to intensify their efforts in the field. These great efforts strongly contribute to the global university rankings, enhancing the University\u2019s international visibility and attraction.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Supporting the Silicon Valley Agenda<\/h3>\n<p>Achievements like this also support GCTU\u2019s Silicon Valley Agenda, which seeks to position the University as a leading hub of innovation, digital creativity, entrepreneurship and technological development in Africa.<\/p>\n<p>The international recognition of GCTU researchers shows that the University\u2019s plans are on the right path and are bringing real results.<\/p>\n<p>GCTU congratulates its Vice-Chancellor and faculty members for their excellent work and for bringing honour to the University. 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