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As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance its academic and research presence both locally and internationally, Prof. Dr. Sulwan Ubaid Waheed, Director of the Al-Mustaqbal Center for Energy Research, participated in a specialized international online workshop held on July 17, 2025, under the title: “SCImago Workshop – Session 1: SIR Ranking: Source and Methodology.” 📊 The workshop focused on the methodologies used by the SCImago Institutions Rankings (SIR) and SCImago Journal Rankings (SJR) in evaluating and ranking research institutions and journals. Key topics discussed included: ▪️ Number and quality of scientific citations ▪️ Type and impact of published research in indexed journals ▪️ Level of international research collaboration ▪️ Research and social impact indicators ▪️ Data sources such as the Scopus database and others 🌍 The session highlighted the critical role of these rankings in shaping the global reputation of research institutions and how such indicators support strategic decision-making and policy development. 🔍 Participants were also introduced to practical steps institutions can take to improve their research performance, including establishing clear scientific publishing policies, promoting interdisciplinary research, and fostering effective international partnerships. 🗣️ During his participation, Prof. Dr. Sulwan Ubaid Waheed emphasized the importance of such specialized workshops in empowering academic leadership to understand global ranking frameworks and how to strategically influence them. He reaffirmed the commitment of Al-Mustaqbal Center for Energy Research to enhancing its visibility in global academic platforms through a focus on high-quality scientific research and publishing in reputable indexed journals. 📚 This workshop is part of a series of advanced scientific events the Center is keen to engage in, as part of its broader strategy to advance academic excellence and meet the standards of international research quality and accreditation.