Kenya has established itself as a key player in the field of Engineering & Technology, with several universities achieving outstanding rankings based on their H-index and citation impact. This analysis explores the top 10 universities excelling in this field and the most cited scientists driving innovation and research.
Top 10 Kenyan Universities in Engineering & Technology
Based on the latest H-index rankings, the following universities have demonstrated remarkable contributions to engineering and technology research, both at the national and global levels:
- Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)
- World Rank: #1,798
- Africa Rank: #1
- Kenya Rank: #1
- Top 10% Scientists: 4
- Total Scientists in Institution: 43
- University of Nairobi
- World Rank: #2,377
- Africa Rank: #2
- Kenya Rank: #2
- Top 10% Scientists: 2
- Total Scientists in Institution: 73
- International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)
- World Rank: #2,995
- Africa Rank: #3
- Kenya Rank: #3
- Top 10% Scientists: 2
- Total Scientists in Institution: 7
- Kisii University
- World Rank: #4,352
- Africa Rank: #4
- Kenya Rank: #4
- Top 10% Scientists: 1
- Total Scientists in Institution: 6
- Kenyatta University
- World Rank: #5,143
- Africa Rank: #5
- Kenya Rank: #5
- Top 10% Scientists: 3
- Total Scientists in Institution: 21
- Technical University of Kenya
- World Rank: #5,239
- Africa Rank: #6
- Kenya Rank: #6
- Top 10% Scientists: 0
- Total Scientists in Institution: 34
- Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
- World Rank: #5,473
- Africa Rank: #7
- Kenya Rank: #7
- Top 10% Scientists: 1
- Total Scientists in Institution: 29
- Moi University
- World Rank: #5,485
- Africa Rank: #8
- Kenya Rank: #8
- Top 10% Scientists: 0
- Total Scientists in Institution: 24
These institutions are fostering technological advancements, producing high-impact research, and nurturing the next generation of engineers and technologists.
Top 10 Scientists in Engineering & Technology (Kenya)
The following 10 researchers have made significant contributions to Engineering & Technology research in Kenya, with high citation counts and H-index scores:
- Daniel Olago(University of Nairobi)
- H-Index: 42
- i10-Index: 95
- Citations: 7,323
- Field: Earth Sciences, Water & Environmental Engineering
- Eric Odada(University of Nairobi)
- H-Index: 34
- i10-Index: 50
- Citations: 8,114
- Field: Geochemistry, Climate Change, Marine Geology
- Augustine Ayantunde(ILRI)
- H-Index: 34
- i10-Index: 65
- Citations: 3,553
- Field: Sustainable Agriculture, Climate Change Adaptation
- Daniel Sila(JKUAT)
- H-Index: 32
- i10-Index: 73
- Citations: 4,397
- Field: Food Processing, Nutrition & Health
- Willis O Owino(JKUAT)
- H-Index: 31
- i10-Index: 65
- Citations: 3,104
- Field: Food & Nutrition Science, Post-Harvest Biology
- Polly Ericksen(ILRI)
- H-Index: 31
- i10-Index: 61
- Citations: 9,280
- Field: Climate Change, Agricultural Systems
- Bancy Mati(JKUAT)
- H-Index: 31
- i10-Index: 58
- Citations: 5,677
- Field: Water & Irrigation Engineering, Climate Change Resilience
- Isaac Nyamongo(Co-operative University of Kenya)
- H-Index: 28
- i10-Index: 21
- Citations: 750
- Field: Anthropology, Social Sciences
- Fidelis Mujibi(Strathmore University)
- H-Index: 18
- i10-Index: 15
- Citations: 833
- Field: Farming Systems, IoT Agriculture
- S. Wagura Ndiritu (Strathmore University)
- H-Index: 15
- i10-Index: 15
- Citations: 1,000
- Field: Agricultural & Resource Economics
These researchers have played a crucial role in advancing Kenya’s engineering, technology, and scientific innovation, contributing to climate resilience, food security, water conservation, and sustainable engineering practices.
Conclusion
Kenya’s top universities are excelling in engineering and technology research, producing high-impact studies that contribute to global scientific advancements. The institutions mentioned above rank among Africa’s best and continue to enhance their research output through collaboration and innovation.
The scientists highlighted in this report are driving progress in their respective fields, addressing critical societal challenges such as climate change, food security, and technological transformation.
Kenya is steadily positioning itself as a regional leader in technological research and innovation, paving the way for sustainable development and industrial growth.
Reference Links
🔗 Institutional Subject Ranking (Kenya) Engineering & Technology Rankings – Kenya
🔗 Top 10 Scientists in Engineering & Technology – Kenya Top Scientists Rankings – Kenya
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