This recognition reflects Dr. Racine’s outstanding scholarship, broad influence across her field, and sustained contributions to psychological science.
- The Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers list highlights individuals whose published papers rank among the top 1% by citations for their field and year in the Web of Science Core Collection, and then who have passed other quantitative and qualitative criteria.
- Being named a “Highly Cited Researcher” places Dr. Racine among a very select group of scholars—roughly 1 in 1,000 of scientists and social scientists worldwide.
- It signals that her work is not only being read, but is shaping and influencing the direction of research, practice, and policy in her specialty.
Dr. Racine’s leadership of the Early Lab, along with her role at the School of Psychology, demonstrates excellence in research, mentorship, and service. Her focus—spanning developmental, clinical and translational psychological science—has clearly resonated across the scholarly community.
Her recognition by Clarivate is not simply a marker of volume, but of influence: it means her publications are widely used by peers, forming part of the foundation of ongoing work in psychology and allied disciplines.
Dr. Racine shared her appreciation and reflected on the significance of this recognition for her and her team:
“The recognition of our team’s work is deeply meaningful because it reflects the reach and relevance of our research on children’s adversity and mental health. For me, this recognition underscores the importance of collaborative, community-engaged science that not only advances knowledge but also shapes real-world policies and supports for children and families.”
This major achievement reflects not just individual excellence but also the strength of our community at the University of Ottawa’s School of Psychology. It’s a tribute to our environment of inquiry, mentorship, collaboration, and innovation in research.