A scientist’s position within this ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a refined metric that considers only the papers and citation data relevant to the specific discipline under examination—in this case, Animal Science and Veterinary. This discipline-focused approach allows for a more accurate evaluation of a researcher’s influence and productivity within their specialized field.
Scope and Criteria of the Ranking
The ranking considers a broad scope of research output across disciplines by examining 279,971 scientist profiles compiled from diverse bibliometric sources. From this extensive global pool, 1 scientist profile specializing in Animal Science and Veterinary within Jordan was identified for assessment. To qualify for inclusion, a researcher must have a D-index of at least 20, demonstrating a significant level of scholarly impact specific to the discipline.
Additionally, qualifying researchers must have a majority of their tier publications situated in the Animal Science and Veterinary domain, ensuring that their core contributions are directly relevant. Recognition of awards and notable achievements in the field also factors into the evaluation process, providing a qualitative dimension alongside quantitative metrics.
The D-index threshold is judiciously set as an increment of 10 based on the total number of scholars estimated in each discipline, guaranteeing that the top 1% of leading scientists are duly incorporated. A further quality control measure requires that the proximity between a scientist’s general H-index and their D-index does not exceed 30%, indicating consistent scholarly impact both broadly and within the specific field.
Verification Practices and Methodology Transparency
Recognizing that raw bibliometric data alone cannot fully capture a scholar’s contributions, the research team has implemented meticulous manual verification to supplement automated data processing. Each scientist profile included in the ranking was thoroughly cross-checked against a wide array of trustworthy academic publication sources to ensure accuracy and authenticity.
While the number of publications in prominent journals and conference proceedings is not a direct determinant of ranking position, it serves as a valuable secondary indicator of a researcher’s engagement and impact within their scientific community.
The ranking positions themselves are established exclusively using the D-index calculated from data aggregated by OpenAlex and CrossRef. These platforms are widely accepted as leading comprehensive bibliometric databases, thus providing a credible foundation for the ranking.
For detailed insights into our approach and criteria, readers are encouraged to consult our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Vision Behind the Ranking
Research.com is committed to advancing global scientific progress by motivating researchers, academic institutions, companies, and policymakers to closely monitor the trajectories of leading experts. This ranking offers a transparent and rigorously vetted reference for identifying top scientists in Animal Science and Veterinary within Jordan, helping to foster collaborations, inform funding priorities, and guide strategic decision-making.
By highlighting distinguished researchers, we aim to facilitate the dissemination of knowledge and provide the scientific community with trustworthy insights into who the foremost experts are in specific disciplines, countries, and institutions. This initiative reflects our broader mission to support excellence and innovation across all fields of research worldwide through carefully curated, data-driven rankings.
