A scientist's position in the ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a metric that selectively accounts for publications and citations exclusively within the examined discipline—Animal Science and Veterinary in this case. This discipline-specific focus allows for a more precise reflection of impact and expertise within the specialized field.
Scope and Criteria of the Ranking
The ranking is founded upon an extensive examination of 279,971 scientist profiles sourced from a wide array of bibliometric databases spanning all scientific disciplines. Within this comprehensive pool, 1, scientists actively engaged in Animal Science and Veterinary research were specifically analyzed for inclusion.
To qualify for consideration in the ranking, researchers were required to meet a minimum D-index threshold of 20. Moreover, the majority of their tier publications must have been published within the domain of Animal Science and Veterinary. Beyond bibliometric performance, a scientist’s awards and notable achievements relevant to the field were also integrated as qualitative factors in the evaluation.
The threshold for the D-index is calibrated incrementally by tens based on the estimated total number of scholars in each discipline, with a design to ensure representation of the top 1% of leading experts. Additionally, to maintain balance and relevance, the difference between a scientist’s general H-index and their D-index must not exceed 30%, ensuring their specialization aligns closely with overall research impact.
Verification and Validation Practices
The Research.com team recognizes that raw bibliometric data alone does not fully capture the qualitative aspects of scholarly output. Consequently, all scientist profiles included in the ranking underwent meticulous manual verification. This process involved cross-checking publication records against authoritative and diverse sources to confirm accuracy and relevance.
While the number of publications in leading journals and conference proceedings does not directly influence a researcher’s standing in the ranking, it remains an important secondary signal reflective of their scientific contribution and influence within Animal Science and Veterinary.
The ranking positions are ultimately determined by each researcher’s D-index, calculated using data aggregated primarily from OpenAlex and CrossRef—two of the most prominent and widely validated bibliometric databases available to the global research community. For a detailed understanding of the underlying methodology and data processing techniques, readers are encouraged to visit our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Vision
At Research.com, our mission is to empower researchers, academic institutions, corporate entities, and policymakers worldwide by providing transparent and reliable rankings that highlight where leading scientific experts are making impactful advancements. By identifying and showcasing top performers in specific disciplines, countries, and institutions, we aim to foster greater connectivity and awareness within the global scientific community.
This ranking is the result of careful, data-driven analysis combined with rigorous verification cycles—an effort to ensure that the academic and research communities can confidently rely on Research.com as a trusted source to identify excellence in Animal Science and Veterinary research in Cyprus and beyond.
