The top living contributor worldwide in the development of the finite element method
Professor Klaus-Jürgen Bathe is ranked as one of the top three researchers over their lifetime in the field of finite element methods worldwide. The finite element method is used abundantly worldwide, and he is ranked as the top living scholar. Highly ranked scholars are the most productive authors whose works have a profound impact and the utmost quality. This recognition is a well-deserved testament to Professor Bathe’s lifelong dedication to his research and his significant contributions to the development of finite element methods.