World's Best Scientists 2026 revealed!
VIEW LIST
Robert A. Zucker

D-Index & Metrics

Psychology

D-Index
82
Citations
21075
World Ranking
1347
National Ranking
808

Robert A. Zucker publication distribution in Psychology in 2026

The chart shows the distribution of publications by all Research.com ranked scientists in the field of Psychology in 2026. The highlighted bar marks where Robert A. Zucker sits on this spectrum.

31–40 publications: 6 scientists 41–50 publications: 52 scientists 51–60 publications: 138 scientists 61–70 publications: 299 scientists 71–80 publications: 461 scientists 81–90 publications: 605 scientists 91–100 publications: 713 scientists 101–110 publications: 736 scientists 111–120 publications: 686 scientists 121–130 publications: 670 scientists 131–140 publications: 644 scientists 141–150 publications: 597 scientists 151–160 publications: 576 scientists 161–170 publications: 477 scientists 171–180 publications: 450 scientists 181–190 publications: 397 scientists 191–200 publications: 343 scientists 201–210 publications: 328 scientists 211–220 publications: 313 scientists 221–230 publications: 283 scientists 231–240 publications: 226 scientists 241–250 publications: 196 scientists 251–260 publications: 201 scientists 261–270 publications: 171 scientists 271–280 publications: 151 scientists 281–290 publications: 139 scientists 291–300 publications: 113 scientists 301–310 publications: 102 scientists 311–320 publications: 100 scientists 321–330 publications: 76 scientists 331–340 publications: 92 scientists 341–350 publications: 85 scientists 351–360 publications: 69 scientists 361–370 publications: 71 scientists 371–380 publications: 63 scientists 381–390 publications: 58 scientists 391–400 publications: 57 scientists 401–410 publications: 43 scientists 411–420 publications: 33 scientists 421–430 publications: 50 scientists 431–440 publications: 41 scientists 441–450 publications: 32 scientists 451–460 publications: 27 scientists 461–470 publications: 28 scientists 471–480 publications: 25 scientists 481–490 publications: 28 scientists 491–500 publications: 20 scientists 501–510 publications: 23 scientists 511–520 publications: 26 scientists 521–530 publications: 17 scientists 531–540 publications: 21 scientists 541–550 publications: 14 scientists 551–560 publications: 16 scientists 561–570 publications: 10 scientists 571–580 publications: 22 scientists 581–590 publications: 9 scientists 591–600 publications: 14 scientists 601–610 publications: 9 scientists 611–620 publications: 11 scientists 621–630 publications: 4 scientists 631–640 publications: 7 scientists 641–650 publications: 5 scientists 651–660 publications: 10 scientists 661–670 publications: 8 scientists 671–680 publications: 8 scientists 681–690 publications: 4 scientists 691–700 publications: 3 scientists 701–704 publications: 4 scientists 705+ publications: 100 scientists
31 publications 705+

This scientist: 281 publications — 85th percentile

85% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 705 publications or more.

Robert A. Zucker D-index placement in Psychology in 2026

The chart shows the D-index (discipline H-index) distribution of Psychology scientists ranked by Research.com in 2026. The highlighted bar marks where Robert A. Zucker sits on this spectrum.

30–31 D-Index: 398 scientists 32–33 D-Index: 702 scientists 34–35 D-Index: 671 scientists 36–37 D-Index: 659 scientists 38–39 D-Index: 641 scientists 40–41 D-Index: 671 scientists 42–43 D-Index: 617 scientists 44–45 D-Index: 558 scientists 46–47 D-Index: 495 scientists 48–49 D-Index: 487 scientists 50–51 D-Index: 445 scientists 52–53 D-Index: 390 scientists 54–55 D-Index: 408 scientists 56–57 D-Index: 345 scientists 58–59 D-Index: 325 scientists 60–61 D-Index: 321 scientists 62–63 D-Index: 248 scientists 64–65 D-Index: 290 scientists 66–67 D-Index: 218 scientists 68–69 D-Index: 219 scientists 70–71 D-Index: 215 scientists 72–73 D-Index: 183 scientists 74–75 D-Index: 169 scientists 76–77 D-Index: 132 scientists 78–79 D-Index: 137 scientists 80–81 D-Index: 120 scientists 82–83 D-Index: 112 scientists 84–85 D-Index: 86 scientists 86–87 D-Index: 101 scientists 88–89 D-Index: 83 scientists 90–91 D-Index: 77 scientists 92–93 D-Index: 70 scientists 94–95 D-Index: 78 scientists 96–97 D-Index: 58 scientists 98–99 D-Index: 53 scientists 100–101 D-Index: 57 scientists 102–103 D-Index: 48 scientists 104–105 D-Index: 53 scientists 106–107 D-Index: 46 scientists 108–109 D-Index: 24 scientists 110–111 D-Index: 35 scientists 112–113 D-Index: 27 scientists 114–115 D-Index: 32 scientists 116–117 D-Index: 31 scientists 118–119 D-Index: 22 scientists 120–121 D-Index: 16 scientists 122–123 D-Index: 24 scientists 124–125 D-Index: 18 scientists 126–127 D-Index: 11 scientists 128–129 D-Index: 19 scientists 130–131 D-Index: 10 scientists 132–133 D-Index: 16 scientists 134–135 D-Index: 10 scientists 136–137 D-Index: 12 scientists 138–139 D-Index: 8 scientists 140–141 D-Index: 5 scientists 142–143 D-Index: 12 scientists 144+ D-Index: 98 scientists
30 D-Index 144+

This scientist: 82 D-Index — 89th percentile

89% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 144 D-Index or more.

Overview

Robert A. Zucker is affiliated with the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor in the United States. Their research spans primarily the fields of Psychology and Medicine, with a focus on Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health, General Health Professions, and Reproductive Medicine.

The scientist's work addresses key topics within child and adolescent psychosocial and emotional development, neural and behavioral psychology studies, functional brain connectivity studies, child abuse and trauma, prenatal substance exposure effects, homelessness and social issues, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Recent publications by Robert A. Zucker include the following papers:

  • "Correspondence Between Perceived Pubertal Development and Hormone Levels in 9-10 Year-Olds From the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development Study" (2021) in Frontiers in Endocrinology
  • "An update on the assessment of culture and environment in the ABCD Study®: Emerging literature and protocol updates over three measurement waves" (2021) in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
  • "Rates of Incidental Findings in Brain Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Children" (2021) in JAMA Neurology
  • "Neural correlates of inhibitory control in youth with symptoms of food addiction" (2020) in Appetite
  • "Measuring retention within the adolescent brain cognitive development (ABCD)SM study" (2022) in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience

Frequent co-authors collaborating with Zucker include:

  • Mary M. Heitzeg (13 publications)
  • Jillian E. Hardee (10 publications)
  • Lora M. Cope (9 publications)
  • Andrea M. Hussong (8 publications)
  • Meghan E. Martz (7 publications)

In terms of publication venues, Zucker has contributed extensively to:

  • UNC Libraries (10 publications)
  • Drug and Alcohol Dependence (5 publications)
  • Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience (3 publications)
  • Development and Psychopathology (2 publications)
  • Frontiers in Endocrinology (1 publication)

Best Publications

  • Image processing and analysis methods for the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development Study.

    Donald J. Hagler;Sean N. Hatton;M. Daniela Cornejo;Carolina Makowski

  • Demographic, physical and mental health assessments in the adolescent brain and cognitive development study: Rationale and description

    M Deanna;Matthew D. Albaugh;Shelli Avenevoli;Linda Chang

  • Poor response inhibition as a predictor of problem drinking and illicit drug use in adolescents at risk for alcoholism and other substance use disorders.

    Joel T. Nigg;Maria M. Wong;Michelle M. Martel;Jennifer M. Jester

  • Insomnia, Self-Medication, and Relapse to Alcoholism

    Kirk J. Brower;Michael S. Aldrich;Elizabeth A.R. Robinson;Robert A. Zucker

  • Etiology of alcoholism reconsidered. The case for a biopsychosocial process.

    Robert A. Zucker;Edith S. Lisansky Gomberg

  • The four alcoholisms: a developmental account of the etiologic process.

    Robert A. Zucker

  • Normative Symbol Digit Modalities Test performance in a community-based sample.

    Laura K. Sheridan;Hiram E. Fitzgerald;Kenneth M. Adams;Joel T. Nigg

  • Emergence of alcohol problems and the several alcoholisms: A developmental perspective on etiologic theory and life course trajectory.

    Robert A. Zucker;Hiram E. Fitzgerald;Helene D. Moses

  • Early Developmental Processes and the Continuity of Risk for Underage Drinking and Problem Drinking

    Robert A. Zucker;John E. Donovan;Ann S. Masten;Margaret E. Mattson

  • Underage drinking: a developmental framework

    Ann S. Masten;Vivian B. Faden;Robert A. Zucker;Linda P. Spear

  • Sleep problems in early childhood and early onset of alcohol and other drug use in adolescence.

    Maria M. Wong;Kirk J. Brower;Hiram E. Fitzgerald;Robert A. Zucker

  • The role of family influences in development and risk.

    Deborah A. Ellis;Robert A. Zucker;Hiram E. Fitzgerald

  • Alcohol Use and the Alcohol Use Disorders: A Developmental‐Biopsychosocial Systems Formulation Covering the Life Course

    Robert A. Zucker

  • Sleep problems, suicidal ideation, and self-harm behaviors in adolescence

    Maria M. Wong;Kirk J. Brower;Robert A. Zucker

  • Parent, Family, and Neighborhood Effects on the Development of Child Substance Use and Other Psychopathology From Preschool to the Start of Adulthood

    Anne Buu;Cydney Dipiazza;Jiangping Wang;Leon I. Puttler

  • Parsing the Undercontrol/Disinhibition Pathway to Substance Use Disorders: A Multilevel Developmental Problem

    Robert A. Zucker;Mary M. Heitzeg;Joel T. Nigg

  • Childhood sleep problems, early onset of substance use and behavioral problems in adolescence.

    Maria M. Wong;Kirk J. Brower;Robert A. Zucker

  • Behavioral control and resiliency in the onset of alcohol and illicit drug use: a prospective study from preschool to adolescence.

    Maria M. Wong;Joel T. Nigg;Robert A. Zucker;Leon I. Puttler

  • A Randomized Double-Blind Pilot Trial of Gabapentin Versus Placebo to Treat Alcohol Dependence and Comorbid Insomnia

    Kirk J. Brower;Hyungjin Myra Kim;Stephen Strobbe;Maher A. Karam-Hage

  • Assessment of culture and environment in the Adolescent Brain and Cognitive Development Study: Rationale, description of measures, and early data

    Robert A. Zucker;Raul Gonzalez;Sarah W. Feldstein Ewing;Martin P. Paulus

  • The problem of college drinking: insights from a developmental perspective.

    John Schulenberg;Jennifer L. Maggs;Stephen W. Long;Kenneth J. Sher

Frequent Co-Authors

Hiram E. Fitzgerald
Hiram E. Fitzgerald Michigan State University
Mary M. Heitzeg
Mary M. Heitzeg University of Michigan–Ann Arbor
Margit Burmeister
Margit Burmeister University of Michigan–Ann Arbor
Joel T. Nigg
Joel T. Nigg Oregon Health & Science University
Maria M. Wong
Maria M. Wong Idaho State University
Jon Kar Zubieta
Jon Kar Zubieta University of Utah
Kirk J. Brower
Kirk J. Brower University of Michigan–Ann Arbor
Andrea M. Hussong
Andrea M. Hussong University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Laurie Chassin
Laurie Chassin Arizona State University
Kenneth M. Adams
Kenneth M. Adams University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

External Links

Personal website of Robert A. Zucker

If you think any of the details on this page are incorrect, let us know.

Report an issue

We appreciate your kind effort to assist us to improve this page, it would be helpful providing us with as much detail as possible in the text box below:

Related Online Degrees & Career Pathways

Exploring a degree in Psychology can be the first step toward a wide range of rewarding careers, including counseling, therapy, mental health advocacy, and social work. An increasing number of students also consider earning related bachelor's and master's degrees online, especially in the field of social work—a closely connected discipline.

Cost and accessibility are key concerns for many students. Fortunately, there are many affordable online options throughout the United States. If you are searching for the cheapest social work degrees in Iowa, there are high-quality programs that won’t break the bank. Indiana also offers a variety of affordable social work degrees in Indiana designed with flexibility for online learners.

For those located in the Midwest, it’s worthwhile to explore affordable social work degrees in Kansas. Students in the South might consider the most affordable social work degree programs in Little Rock.

Whether you choose Psychology or Social Work, these online educational pathways make it easier than ever to access quality training and a wide array of career opportunities in mental health and community support.

Best Scientists Citing Robert A. Zucker

Susan F. Tapert

Susan F. Tapert

University of California, San Diego

Publications: 60

Kenneth J. Sher

Kenneth J. Sher

University of Missouri

Publications: 54

Laurie Chassin

Laurie Chassin

Arizona State University

Publications: 42

Hugh Garavan

Hugh Garavan

University of Vermont

Publications: 39

William G. Iacono

William G. Iacono

University of Minnesota

Publications: 39

John E. Schulenberg

John E. Schulenberg

University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

Publications: 38

Andrea M. Hussong

Andrea M. Hussong

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Publications: 38

Michael Windle

Michael Windle

Emory University

Publications: 37

Duncan B. Clark

Duncan B. Clark

University of Pittsburgh

Publications: 36

Kenneth E. Leonard

Kenneth E. Leonard

University at Buffalo, State University of New York

Publications: 36

Emmanuel Kuntsche

Emmanuel Kuntsche

La Trobe University

Publications: 36

Dieter J. Meyerhoff

Dieter J. Meyerhoff

University of California, San Francisco

Publications: 35

Kirk J. Brower

Kirk J. Brower

University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

Publications: 32

Kenneth S. Kendler

Kenneth S. Kendler

Virginia Commonwealth University

Publications: 32

Rina D. Eiden

Rina D. Eiden

Pennsylvania State University

Publications: 32

Danielle M. Dick

Danielle M. Dick

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

Publications: 32

Trending Scientists

David Strutt

David Strutt

University of Sheffield

Mohammad Behbahani

Mohammad Behbahani

Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz

Steven K. Korotky

Steven K. Korotky

Nokia (United States)

Robert Geffers

Robert Geffers

Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research

Carlos B. Duarte

Carlos B. Duarte

University of Coimbra

Gerrit de Leeuw

Gerrit de Leeuw

Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute

Lisa J. Graumlich

Lisa J. Graumlich

University of Washington

I. David Goldman

I. David Goldman

Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Tim Stearns

Tim Stearns

Rockefeller University

Fred Gould

Fred Gould

North Carolina State University

Thomas S. James

Thomas S. James

Geological Survey of Canada

Francisco C. Santos

Francisco C. Santos

Instituto Superior Técnico

Mario Lucic

Mario Lucic

Google (United States)

Mehran Rezaei

Mehran Rezaei

Iran University of Science and Technology

José María Martell

José María Martell

Institute of Mathematical Sciences

Rory P. Wilson

Rory P. Wilson

Swansea University

Related Psychology Rankings & Guides

2026 Career Path for Social Workers: Everything You Need to Know

2026 Career Path for Social Workers: Everything You Need to Know
2026 Master’s in Social Work (MSW) Programs in Texas (TX) – Online & On-Campus

2026 Master’s in Social Work (MSW) Programs in Texas (TX) – Online & On-Campus
2026 Best Ph.D. Programs in Applied Behavior Analysis

2026 Best Ph.D. Programs in Applied Behavior Analysis
2026 Most Affordable Online Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) Programs

2026 Most Affordable Online Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) Programs
2026 How to Become a Counseling Psychologist

2026 How to Become a Counseling Psychologist
2026 What Can You Do With an Addiction Counselor Degree? Costs & Job Opportunities

2026 What Can You Do With an Addiction Counselor Degree? Costs & Job Opportunities
2026 Forensic Social Work (Criminal Justice) Careers: Guide to Career Paths, Options & Salary

2026 Forensic Social Work (Criminal Justice) Careers: Guide to Career Paths, Options & Salary
2026 Best Master’s in Genetic Counseling Programs

2026 Best Master’s in Genetic Counseling Programs
2026 Industrial Organizational Psychologist Career Paths: Job Outlook, Required Skills, and More

2026 Industrial Organizational Psychologist Career Paths: Job Outlook, Required Skills, and More
2026 California Psychology Licensure Requirements – How to Become a Psychologist in California

2026 California Psychology Licensure Requirements – How to Become a Psychologist in California
2026 Best Online Psychology Degree Programs

2026 Best Online Psychology Degree Programs
2026 Best Psychology Schools in Texas – Accredited Colleges & Programs

2026 Best Psychology Schools in Texas – Accredited Colleges & Programs
2026 How to Become a School Social Worker: State Requirements

2026 How to Become a School Social Worker: State Requirements
2026 How to Become a Grief Counselor?

2026 How to Become a Grief Counselor?
2026 What Can You Do with a Master’s Degree in Psychology?

2026 What Can You Do with a Master’s Degree in Psychology?
2026 How to Become a Psychologist: Guide to Educational Requirements and Job Outlook

2026 How to Become a Psychologist: Guide to Educational Requirements and Job Outlook
2026 How to Become a Social Worker in California

2026 How to Become a Social Worker in California
2026 Wyoming Psychology Licensure Requirements – How to Become a Psychologist in Wyoming

2026 Wyoming Psychology Licensure Requirements – How to Become a Psychologist in Wyoming
2026 How Long Does It Take to Get a Psychology Degree? In-Depth Guide

2026 How Long Does It Take to Get a Psychology Degree? In-Depth Guide
2026 How to Become a Therapist without a Psychology Degree

2026 How to Become a Therapist without a Psychology Degree
2026 MS vs. MA in Counseling: What's the Difference and Which Degree Should You Choose?

2026 MS vs. MA in Counseling: What's the Difference and Which Degree Should You Choose?

Recently Published Articles

2026 How to Become a Medical Biller & Coder in Massachusetts

2026 How to Become a Medical Biller & Coder in Massachusetts
2026 Psychometrician Careers: Guide to Career Paths, Options & Salary

2026 Psychometrician Careers: Guide to Career Paths, Options & Salary
2026 Online Finance Degree Master's Programs with No GRE or GMAT Requirements

2026 Online Finance Degree Master's Programs with No GRE or GMAT Requirements
2026 Is Demand for Forensic Science Degree Graduates Growing or Declining?

2026 Is Demand for Forensic Science Degree Graduates Growing or Declining?
2026 Easiest College Majors & Their Career Paths

2026 Easiest College Majors & Their Career Paths
2026 MBA/MHA Dual Degree: ROI, Curriculum & Career Opportunities

2026 MBA/MHA Dual Degree: ROI, Curriculum & Career Opportunities
2026 What Do You Learn in a Medical Billing & Coding Degree: Curriculum, Skills & Core Competencies

2026 What Do You Learn in a Medical Billing & Coding Degree: Curriculum, Skills & Core Competencies
2026 Sociology Degree Programs With Rolling Admissions

2026 Sociology Degree Programs With Rolling Admissions
2026 How to Become a Criminal Psychologist in Texas

2026 How to Become a Criminal Psychologist in Texas
2026 What Do You Learn in a Political Psychology Degree: Curriculum, Skills & Core Competencies

2026 What Do You Learn in a Political Psychology Degree: Curriculum, Skills & Core Competencies
2026 Shortest Online Kinesiology Bachelor's Degree Programs That Pay Well: Cost, Time to Completion, and Salary Outlook

2026 Shortest Online Kinesiology Bachelor's Degree Programs That Pay Well: Cost, Time to Completion, and Salary Outlook
2026 Online Food Industry Management Degrees With Strong Writing and Reporting Training

2026 Online Food Industry Management Degrees With Strong Writing and Reporting Training
2026 Are There Any One-Year Online Data Analytics Degree Programs Worth Considering?

2026 Are There Any One-Year Online Data Analytics Degree Programs Worth Considering?
2026 How to Become a Medical Biller & Coder in Illinois

2026 How to Become a Medical Biller & Coder in Illinois
2026 Cheapest Online Criminal Justice Bachelor's Degrees That Pay Well: Tuition, Duration, and Earnings

2026 Cheapest Online Criminal Justice Bachelor's Degrees That Pay Well: Tuition, Duration, and Earnings
2026 Online Speech Pathology Degree Programs Costs: Tuition & Fees

2026 Online Speech Pathology Degree Programs Costs: Tuition & Fees
2026 What Prerequisites Do You Need for a Public Health Degree? Entry Requirements, Credits & Eligibility Rules

2026 What Prerequisites Do You Need for a Public Health Degree? Entry Requirements, Credits & Eligibility Rules
2026 Cheapest Way to Get a Teaching Credential in Los Angeles, CA: Degree Requirements & Certification

2026 Cheapest Way to Get a Teaching Credential in Los Angeles, CA: Degree Requirements & Certification
2026 Shortest Online Homeland Security Degree Master's Programs That Pay Well: Cost, Time to Completion, and Salary Outlook

2026 Shortest Online Homeland Security Degree Master's Programs That Pay Well: Cost, Time to Completion, and Salary Outlook
2026 Cheapest and Shortest Online Finance Degree Programs That Pay Well: Cost, Duration, and Salary Outlook

2026 Cheapest and Shortest Online Finance Degree Programs That Pay Well: Cost, Duration, and Salary Outlook
2026 How to Become an Automotive Engineer: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook

2026 How to Become an Automotive Engineer: Education, Salary, and Job Outlook