Best Researcher Award
Ian Freckelton — University of Melbourne, Australia
| Ian Freckelton | |
|---|---|
| Affiliation | University of Melbourne |
| Country | Australia |
| Scopus ID | 7003704172 |
| Documents | 315 |
| Citations | 1,613 |
| h-index | 17 |
| Subject Area | Analysis |
| Event | Global Composite Awards |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-7509-6375 |
Ian Freckelton of the University of Melbourne, Australia, is presented in this academic recognition profile in connection with the Best Researcher Award at the Global Composite Awards. The profile records the supplied bibliometric information associated with Scopus, including 315 documents, 1,613 citations, and an h-index of 17. Within the stated subject area of Analysis, these indicators provide a quantitative basis for considering research activity, scholarly output, and citation visibility. [1]
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Abstract
This academic recognition profile documents the research record of Ian Freckelton, University of Melbourne, in the subject area of Analysis. The supplied Scopus indicators identify 315 documents, 1,613 citations, and an h-index of 17. The profile considers these indicators alongside the broader role of analytical research in understanding, evaluating, and improving scientific and engineering systems. The Best Researcher Award recognition is framed around documented scholarly activity and research relevance rather than unsupported claims about individual publications or achievements. [1]
Keywords
Analysis; composite materials analysis; research methodology; analytical research; materials analysis; structural analysis; scientific research; engineering analysis; research impact; scholarly publications; citation analysis; Global Composite Awards.
Introduction
Analysis is a fundamental component of contemporary scientific and engineering research. It encompasses systematic examination of observations, materials, structures, processes, datasets, and theoretical or experimental results. In composite-materials research, analytical approaches can be used to examine relationships between constituents, processing conditions, structural behavior, material properties, and service performance. The interpretation of analytical results requires appropriate methodology, transparent evidence, and consideration of the limitations of the underlying data. For academic recognition, bibliometric indicators can provide a structured means of describing publication activity and citation visibility. [1] [2]
Research Profile
Ian Freckelton is affiliated with the University of Melbourne in Australia. The supplied research profile identifies Analysis as the relevant subject area for this recognition page. According to the provided Scopus information, the researcher has 315 indexed documents, 1,613 citations, and an h-index of 17. These indicators describe the bibliometric record supplied for the profile and should be interpreted as measures of indexed scholarly activity rather than as standalone measures of research quality. The research profile can also be associated with persistent scholarly identification through ORCID. [1] [2]
Research Contributions
Within an Analysis-oriented recognition framework, research contributions may be evaluated through the development, application, interpretation, or refinement of analytical methods. Such work can support evidence-based assessment of complex scientific and engineering questions and can provide a foundation for reproducible interpretation of experimental, computational, or observational results. The supplied bibliometric record indicates a substantial body of indexed scholarly output. [1]
Publications
The supplied profile identifies 315 Scopus-indexed documents associated with Scopus. Because individual publication titles, journal information, publication years, and DOI records were not supplied as part of the profile data, this page does not attribute specific publications to the researcher without verification. The complete indexed publication record can be reviewed through the linked Scopus author profile. [1]
Research Impact
Research impact can be considered through several complementary dimensions, including scholarly dissemination, citation activity, methodological contribution, application of research findings, and influence on subsequent work. The supplied citation count of 1,613 and h-index of 17 indicate measurable citation activity within the reported Scopus record. Such metrics should be considered alongside the nature, quality, context, and significance of individual research contributions. The broader value of analytical research lies in its ability to provide systematic evidence for interpreting complex problems. In materials and engineering contexts, robust analysis can contribute to improved understanding of material behavior, structural response, reliability, and performance. [1] [3]
Award Suitability
The supplied profile is positioned for consideration under the Best Researcher Award at the Global Composite Awards, with Analysis identified as the subject area. The documented publication volume and reported citation indicators provide a quantitative basis for assessing the research record. Final award assessment should be based on the applicable evaluation procedures, verified academic records, research relevance, and the evidence submitted for review. The recognition framework emphasizes scholarly activity in relation to analytical research and its potential relevance to advanced scientific and engineering investigations. It does not imply that bibliometric indicators alone establish superiority over other researchers. Instead, the indicators form one component of a broader academic assessment. [1] [4]
Conclusion
Ian Freckelton’s supplied academic profile presents a substantial indexed research record associated with the University of Melbourne. The reported Scopus indicators of 315 documents, 1,613 citations, and an h-index of 17 provide measurable evidence of scholarly publication and citation activity. [1]
External Links
References
- Elsevier. (2026). Scopus author details: Ian Freckelton, Author ID 7003704172. Scopus.
https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=7003704172 - ORCID. (2026). ORCID record: Ian Freckelton, ORCID iD 0000-0001-7509-6375.
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7509-6375 - Google Scholar. (2026). Ian Freckelton — Google Scholar profile.
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=BnAC_vPzpL4C&hl=en - Global Composite Awards. (2026). Global Composite Awards — Official Website.
https://globalcompositeawards.com/
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