Steward Observatory’s Peter Behroozi ranked among most cited researchers in the world

Steward Observatory Peter Behroozi’s work has been cited 15,234 throughout his career, making him one of the most highly cited researchers in his field.

Peter Behroozi earned a place on Clarivate’s 2024 Highly Cited Researchers list, in recognition for having produced studies that ranked in the top 1% of citations in his field. The list is composed of 6,886 researchers from world-class universities and research institutions, and included only one other University of Arizona researcher, celebrated chemist Jean-Luc Bredas. The researchers on this list are at the cutting edge of their field and are leaving a lasting influence on the academia produced today and far into the future.

“This recognition highlights the profound influence of the work of Dr. Bredas and Dr. Behroozi within the global research community,” said Tomás Díaz de la Rubia, U of A senior vice president for research and innovation. “To be cited at this level is a clear acknowledgment by peers that their research is essential to advancing knowledge and solving complex challenges. We take pride in fostering an environment where such impactful work thrives, and this reflects a broader commitment on the part of the university to support meaningful contributions that inspire innovation and discovery.”​

Peter Behroozi, an associate professor in the Department of Astronomy and an associate astronomer at Steward Observatory, works in computational astrophysics. His research involves simulating universes for millions of physical models. He uses computational statistics to study the connections between dark matter halo assembly, galaxy formation and the growth of supermassive black holes. His research is specifically effective for its ability to combine disparate observations into a consistent model of the universe. Behroozi’s work has been cited 15,234 throughout his career, making him one of the most highly cited researchers in his field.