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2026

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Discipline name D-Index World Ranking Current World Ranking National Ranking Current National Ranking Publications Citations
Chemistry 73 4962 4508 3 3 336 19067

Željko Knez publications per year

The chart shows the history of publications by Željko Knez between 1987 and 2026, highlighting the no. of papers published in each year and offering an overview of the publication velocity of this scholar. Željko Knez published across 40 years, from 1987 to 2026, averaging 10.8 papers a year. Output peaked at 35 publications in 2022. 14 of the 433 publications appeared in the last two years.

No. of publications
10 20 30
Bar chart. Horizontal axis: year, 1987 to 2026. Vertical axis: number of publications, 0 to 35. Peak 35 publications in 2022. 1987: 1 publication 1988: 0 publications 1989: 0 publications 1990: 3 publications 1991: 1 publication 1992: 4 publications 1993: 1 publication 1994: 4 publications 1995: 4 publications 1996: 2 publications 1997: 4 publications 1998: 3 publications 1999: 3 publications 2000: 4 publications 2001: 14 publications 2002: 4 publications 2003: 8 publications 2004: 8 publications 2005: 12 publications 2006: 7 publications 2007: 14 publications 2008: 15 publications 2009: 10 publications 2010: 9 publications 2011: 12 publications 2012: 15 publications 2013: 15 publications 2014: 18 publications 2015: 18 publications 2016: 20 publications 2017: 19 publications 2018: 18 publications 2019: 18 publications 2020: 24 publications 2021: 27 publications 2022: 35 publications 2023: 24 publications 2024: 21 publications 2025: 12 publications 2026: 2 publications
1987 2026

433 publications in total across all disciplines

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Željko Knez: publications per year, 1987 to 2026
Year Publications
1987 1
1988 0
1989 0
1990 3
1991 1
1992 4
1993 1
1994 4
1995 4
1996 2
1997 4
1998 3
1999 3
2000 4
2001 14
2002 4
2003 8
2004 8
2005 12
2006 7
2007 14
2008 15
2009 10
2010 9
2011 12
2012 15
2013 15
2014 18
2015 18
2016 20
2017 19
2018 18
2019 18
2020 24
2021 27
2022 35
2023 24
2024 21
2025 12
2026 2
Total 433
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Željko Knez publication distribution in Chemistry in 2026

The chart shows the distribution of publications by all Research.com ranked scientists in the field of Chemistry in 2026. The highlighted bar marks where Željko Knez sits on this spectrum.

No. of scientists
250 500 750 1,000 1,250
Bar chart with 63 bars. Horizontal axis: publications, 61–80 to 1,295+. Vertical axis: number of scientists, 0 to 1,350. Most scientists, 1,350, have 161–180 publications. The last bar groups every scientist with 1,295 publications or more. The highlighted bar, 321–340 publications, is where this scientist sits. 61–80 publications: 66 scientists 81–100 publications: 302 scientists 101–120 publications: 623 scientists 121–140 publications: 918 scientists 141–160 publications: 1,218 scientists 161–180 publications: 1,350 scientists 181–200 publications: 1,344 scientists 201–220 publications: 1,281 scientists 221–240 publications: 1,216 scientists 241–260 publications: 1,100 scientists 261–280 publications: 979 scientists 281–300 publications: 939 scientists 301–320 publications: 764 scientists 321–340 publications: 643 scientists 341–360 publications: 628 scientists 361–380 publications: 522 scientists 381–400 publications: 459 scientists 401–420 publications: 397 scientists 421–440 publications: 327 scientists 441–460 publications: 270 scientists 461–480 publications: 265 scientists 481–500 publications: 252 scientists 501–520 publications: 201 scientists 521–540 publications: 185 scientists 541–560 publications: 148 scientists 561–580 publications: 148 scientists 581–600 publications: 132 scientists 601–620 publications: 114 scientists 621–640 publications: 104 scientists 641–660 publications: 91 scientists 661–680 publications: 92 scientists 681–700 publications: 73 scientists 701–720 publications: 57 scientists 721–740 publications: 54 scientists 741–760 publications: 67 scientists 761–780 publications: 45 scientists 781–800 publications: 46 scientists 801–820 publications: 39 scientists 821–840 publications: 32 scientists 841–860 publications: 36 scientists 861–880 publications: 29 scientists 881–900 publications: 26 scientists 901–920 publications: 24 scientists 921–940 publications: 14 scientists 941–960 publications: 23 scientists 961–980 publications: 28 scientists 981–1,000 publications: 15 scientists 1,001–1,020 publications: 29 scientists 1,021–1,040 publications: 12 scientists 1,041–1,060 publications: 19 scientists 1,061–1,080 publications: 12 scientists 1,081–1,100 publications: 6 scientists 1,101–1,120 publications: 8 scientists 1,121–1,140 publications: 12 scientists 1,141–1,160 publications: 5 scientists 1,161–1,180 publications: 6 scientists 1,181–1,200 publications: 14 scientists 1,201–1,220 publications: 7 scientists 1,221–1,240 publications: 2 scientists 1,241–1,260 publications: 6 scientists 1,261–1,280 publications: 4 scientists 1,281–1,294 publications: 6 scientists 1,295+ publications: 100 scientists
61–80 publications 1,295+

This scientist: 336 publications — 70th percentile

70% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 1,295 publications or more.

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Number of Chemistry scientists by publication count, Research.com 2026 ranking edition. Based on 17,934 ranked scientists.
Publications Scientists This scientist
61–80 66
81–100 302
101–120 623
121–140 918
141–160 1,218
161–180 1,350
181–200 1,344
201–220 1,281
221–240 1,216
241–260 1,100
261–280 979
281–300 939
301–320 764
321–340 643 336
341–360 628
361–380 522
381–400 459
401–420 397
421–440 327
441–460 270
461–480 265
481–500 252
501–520 201
521–540 185
541–560 148
561–580 148
581–600 132
601–620 114
621–640 104
641–660 91
661–680 92
681–700 73
701–720 57
721–740 54
741–760 67
761–780 45
781–800 46
801–820 39
821–840 32
841–860 36
861–880 29
881–900 26
901–920 24
921–940 14
941–960 23
961–980 28
981–1,000 15
1,001–1,020 29
1,021–1,040 12
1,041–1,060 19
1,061–1,080 12
1,081–1,100 6
1,101–1,120 8
1,121–1,140 12
1,141–1,160 5
1,161–1,180 6
1,181–1,200 14
1,201–1,220 7
1,221–1,240 2
1,241–1,260 6
1,261–1,280 4
1,281–1,294 6
1,295+ 100
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Željko Knez D-index placement in Chemistry in 2026

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

No. of scientists
250 500 750 1,000
Bar chart with 61 bars. Horizontal axis: D-Index, 40–41 to 159+. Vertical axis: number of scientists, 0 to 1,051. Most scientists, 1,051, have 56–57 D-Index. The last bar groups every scientist with 159 D-Index or more. The highlighted bar, 72–73 D-Index, is where this scientist sits. 40–41 D-Index: 289 scientists 42–43 D-Index: 612 scientists 44–45 D-Index: 808 scientists 46–47 D-Index: 776 scientists 48–49 D-Index: 835 scientists 50–51 D-Index: 861 scientists 52–53 D-Index: 872 scientists 54–55 D-Index: 933 scientists 56–57 D-Index: 1,051 scientists 58–59 D-Index: 930 scientists 60–61 D-Index: 882 scientists 62–63 D-Index: 834 scientists 64–65 D-Index: 731 scientists 66–67 D-Index: 775 scientists 68–69 D-Index: 683 scientists 70–71 D-Index: 646 scientists 72–73 D-Index: 561 scientists 74–75 D-Index: 501 scientists 76–77 D-Index: 437 scientists 78–79 D-Index: 388 scientists 80–81 D-Index: 354 scientists 82–83 D-Index: 292 scientists 84–85 D-Index: 275 scientists 86–87 D-Index: 254 scientists 88–89 D-Index: 235 scientists 90–91 D-Index: 185 scientists 92–93 D-Index: 192 scientists 94–95 D-Index: 155 scientists 96–97 D-Index: 163 scientists 98–99 D-Index: 125 scientists 100–101 D-Index: 105 scientists 102–103 D-Index: 105 scientists 104–105 D-Index: 112 scientists 106–107 D-Index: 88 scientists 108–109 D-Index: 68 scientists 110–111 D-Index: 69 scientists 112–113 D-Index: 65 scientists 114–115 D-Index: 79 scientists 116–117 D-Index: 61 scientists 118–119 D-Index: 44 scientists 120–121 D-Index: 37 scientists 122–123 D-Index: 40 scientists 124–125 D-Index: 33 scientists 126–127 D-Index: 26 scientists 128–129 D-Index: 34 scientists 130–131 D-Index: 35 scientists 132–133 D-Index: 25 scientists 134–135 D-Index: 27 scientists 136–137 D-Index: 17 scientists 138–139 D-Index: 16 scientists 140–141 D-Index: 20 scientists 142–143 D-Index: 20 scientists 144–145 D-Index: 15 scientists 146–147 D-Index: 9 scientists 148–149 D-Index: 9 scientists 150–151 D-Index: 16 scientists 152–153 D-Index: 11 scientists 154–155 D-Index: 9 scientists 156–157 D-Index: 3 scientists 158 D-Index: 3 scientists 159+ D-Index: 98 scientists
40–41 D-Index 159+

This scientist: 73 D-Index — 73rd percentile

73% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 159 D-Index or more.

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Number of Chemistry scientists by D-index, Research.com 2026 ranking edition. Based on 17,934 ranked scientists.
D-Index Scientists This scientist
40–41 289
42–43 612
44–45 808
46–47 776
48–49 835
50–51 861
52–53 872
54–55 933
56–57 1,051
58–59 930
60–61 882
62–63 834
64–65 731
66–67 775
68–69 683
70–71 646
72–73 561 73
74–75 501
76–77 437
78–79 388
80–81 354
82–83 292
84–85 275
86–87 254
88–89 235
90–91 185
92–93 192
94–95 155
96–97 163
98–99 125
100–101 105
102–103 105
104–105 112
106–107 88
108–109 68
110–111 69
112–113 65
114–115 79
116–117 61
118–119 44
120–121 37
122–123 40
124–125 33
126–127 26
128–129 34
130–131 35
132–133 25
134–135 27
136–137 17
138–139 16
140–141 20
142–143 20
144–145 15
146–147 9
148–149 9
150–151 16
152–153 11
154–155 9
156–157 3
158 3
159+ 98
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Research.com Recognitions

  • 2026 - Research.com Chemistry in Slovenia Leader Award
  • 2025 - Research.com Chemistry in Slovenia Leader Award
  • Member of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts
  • Member of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts
  • Member of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts
  • Member of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts
  • Member of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts
  • Member of the European Academy of Sciences and Arts

Overview

Željko Knez is affiliated with the University of Maribor in Slovenia and has an extensive research portfolio primarily in the fields of Agricultural and Biological Sciences and Engineering. Their work spans numerous subfields, with notable focus on Biomedical Engineering, Food Science, Molecular Biology, Biomaterials, and Biochemistry.

The scientist's research topics include:

  • Phytochemicals and Antioxidant Activities
  • Essential Oils and Antimicrobial Activity
  • Phase Equilibria and Thermodynamics
  • Aerogels and thermal insulation
  • Enzyme Catalysis and Immobilization
  • Bee Products Chemical Analysis
  • Subcritical and Supercritical Water Processes

Among recent papers authored or co-authored by Željko Knez are:

  • "Sustainable technologies for liposome preparation", 2020, The Journal of Supercritical Fluids
  • "Bioethanol Production by Enzymatic Hydrolysis from Different Lignocellulosic Sources", 2021, Molecules
  • "(Bio)Nanotechnology in Food Science-Food Packaging", 2021, Nanomaterials
  • "Biodiesel Production Using Solid Acid Catalysts Based on Metal Oxides", 2020, Catalysts
  • "Sustainable Biodegradable Biopolymer-Based Nanoparticles for Healthcare Applications", 2023, International Journal of Molecular Sciences

They have collaborated frequently with a core group of researchers, including Maja Leitgeb, Maša Knez Marevci, Mateja Primožič, Petra Kotnik, and Zoran Novak. These partnerships reflect a strong network within their research community.

Their work has been published predominantly in journals such as Molecules, Plants, The Journal of Supercritical Fluids, Foods, and Processes, illustrating a consistent contribution to both specialized and interdisciplinary scientific venues.

Željko Knez has received recognition through membership in the European Academy of Sciences and Arts, situating them among peers across various scientific disciplines.

Best Publications

  • Phenols, proanthocyanidins, flavones and flavonols in some plant materials and their antioxidant activities

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  • Polyphenols: Extraction Methods, Antioxidative Action, Bioavailability and Anticarcinogenic Effects

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  • Industrial applications of supercritical fluids: A review

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  • Extraction of active ingredients from green tea (Camellia sinensis): Extraction efficiency of major catechins and caffeine

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  • Chitosan-based (Nano)materials for Novel Biomedical Applications.

    Gregor Kravanja;Mateja Primožič;Željko Knez;Maja Leitgeb

  • Antitumour, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant and Antiacetylcholinesterase Effect of Ganoderma Lucidum Terpenoids and Polysaccharides: A Review

    Darija Cör;Željko Knez;Maša Knez Hrnčič

  • Comparison of antioxidative and synergistic effects of rosemary extract with α-tocopherol, ascorbyl palmitate and citric acid in sunflower oil

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  • Extraction of phenolic compounds from elder berry and different grape marc varieties using organic solvents and/or supercritical carbon dioxide

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  • Bioethanol Production by Enzymatic Hydrolysis from Different Lignocellulosic Sources

    Katja Vasić;Željko Knez;Maja Leitgeb

  • Antioxidant and antimicrobial activity of guarana seed extracts

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  • Chia Seeds (Salvia hispanica L.): An Overview-Phytochemical Profile, Isolation Methods, and Application.

    Maša Knez Hrnčič;Maja Ivanovski;Darija Cör;Željko Knez

  • (Bio)nanotechnology in Food Science-Food Packaging.

    Mateja Primožič;Željko Knez;Maja Leitgeb

  • Hydrothermal Reactions of Agricultural and Food Processing Wastes in Sub- and Supercritical Water: A Review of Fundamentals, Mechanisms, and State of Research

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  • Solubility of Solids in Sub- and Supercritical Fluids: a Review

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  • Solvent extraction study of antioxidants from Balm (Melissa officinalis L.) leaves

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  • Cannabinoids in cancer treatment: Therapeutic potential and legislation

    Barbara Dariš;Mojca Tancer Verboten;Željko Knez;Polonca Ferk

  • Green corrosion inhibitors for aluminium and its alloys: a review

    Klodian Xhanari;Klodian Xhanari;Matjaž Finšgar;Maša Knez Hrnčič;Uroš Maver

  • Hop Compounds: Extraction Techniques, Chemical Analyses, Antioxidative, Antimicrobial, and Anticarcinogenic Effects.

    Maša Knez Hrnčič;Eva Španinger;Iztok Jože Košir;Željko Knez

  • Are supercritical fluids solvents for the future

    Željko Knez;Milica Pantić;Darija Cör;Zoran Novak

  • Phase equilibrium (solid-liquid-gas) in polyethyleneglycol-carbon dioxide systems

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  • Enzymatic reactions in dense gases

    Željko Knez

  • Characterisation of biodegradable pectin aerogels and their potential use as drug carriers

    Anja Veronovski;Gabrijela Tkalec;Željko Knez;Zoran Novak

  • Surface functionalization of silica-coated magnetic nanoparticles for covalent attachment of cholesterol oxidase

    Franja Šulek;Miha Drofenik;Maja Habulin;Željko Knez

  • Measurement of CO2 solubility and diffusivity in poly(l-lactide) and poly(d,l-lactide-co-glycolide) by magnetic suspension balance

    Elena Aionicesei;Mojca Škerget;Željko Knez

  • Silica aerogels modified with mercapto functional groups used for Cu(II) and Hg(II) removal from aqueous solutions

    Suzana Štandeker;Anja Veronovski;Zoran Novak;Željko Knez

  • Extraction of lutein from Marigold flower petals – Experimental kinetics and modelling

    Maša Hojnik;Mojca Škerget;Željko Knez

  • Vapor-liquid equilibrium of binary CO2-organic solvent systems (ethanol, tetrahydrofuran, ortho-xylene, meta-xylene, para-xylene)

    Željko Knez;Mojca Škerget;Ljiljana Ilič;Christoph Lütge

  • Supercritical fluid extraction of chamomile flower heads: Comparison with conventional extraction, kinetics and scale-up

    Petra Kotnik;Mojca Škerget;Željko Knez

  • Solubility of β-carotene and oleic acid in dense CO2 and data correlation by a density based model

    M Škerget;Ž Knez;M Habulin

  • Immobilization of horseradish peroxidase as crosslinked enzyme aggregates (CLEAs)

    Franja Šulek;Daniel Pérez Fernández;Željko Knez;Maja Habulin

  • Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activity of Rosemary Extract in Chicken Frankfurters

    Klavdija Rižnar;ŠTefan Čelan;ŽEljko Knez;Mojca ŠKerget

Frequent Co-Authors

Ernesto Reverchon
Ernesto Reverchon University of Salerno
Miha Drofenik
Miha Drofenik University of Maribor
Nina Gunde-Cimerman
Nina Gunde-Cimerman University of Ljubljana
Zdravko Kravanja
Zdravko Kravanja University of Maribor
Ángel Martín
Ángel Martín University of Valladolid
Christian Slugovc
Christian Slugovc Graz University of Technology
María José Cocero
María José Cocero University of Valladolid
Graziano Guella
Graziano Guella University of Trento
Igor Škrjanc
Igor Škrjanc University of Ljubljana
Rajiv Prakash
Rajiv Prakash Indian Institute of Technology BHU

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