Dr. Karen Lincoln, professor of environmental and occupational health, and director of the Center for Environmental Health Disparities Research, has once again ranked among the top 2 percent of cited scientists worldwide, according to the most recent Elsevier Data Repository posted last fall. Lincoln was also included in the 2022 and 2023 repositories.
The Elsevier Data Repository’s database ranks the top 100,000 scientists out of a pool of over 8 million with standardized information based on total number of citations, h-index (a metric used to measure how impactful and productive a researcher is), co-authorship adjustments, contributions in specific authorship positions, and a composite indicator (c-score).
Lincoln’s research primarily focuses on addressing health disparities, particularly among Black American communities. Her work explores how social, economic, and environmental factors contribute to health inequities, with an emphasis on aging, chronic disease, and racial discrimination on health outcomes. Her studies have helped to shed light on critical issues such as the relationship between sleep patterns and cognitive impairment, as well as the biological effects of racial discrimination on aging.
Beyond her research, Lincoln is known for her commitment to community engagement and advocacy. She is the founder and director of Advocates for African American Elders, a Southern Californian outreach and health education program. Join us in congratulating Dr. Karen Lincoln on this amazing achievement.
