Data Sources and Metrics Used in the Ranking
The 5th edition of the Research.com Best Animal Science and Veterinary Scientists in Korea Ranking relies primarily on extensive bibliometric data compiled from OpenAlex and CrossRef, supplemented by multiple other reputable data sources to ensure comprehensive coverage and accuracy. The bibliometric data used to devise the citation-based metrics were collected on January 12, 2026. A scientist’s position in the ranking is determined by their Discipline H-index (D-index), a refined metric that considers only papers and citation metrics relevant to the examined discipline, thereby providing a focused measure of a researcher’s impact within Animal Science and Veterinary fields.
Scope of Research and Inclusion Criteria
The ranking is anchored on an analysis of 279,971 scientist profiles identified across an array of bibliometric databases spanning all scientific disciplines. Within the specific domain of Animal Science and Veterinary, 23 scientists were examined in detail. To qualify for inclusion in the ranking, a researcher’s D-index had to be at least 20, with the majority of their tier publications concentrated in Animal Science and Veterinary research. In addition to bibliometric criteria, a scientist’s awards and documented achievements within the field were also considered to lend further credence to their standing.
The D-index threshold for considering top researchers adjusts in increments of 10 relative to the estimated total number of scholars in each discipline. This approach guarantees that the ranking captures the top 1% of leading experts in Animal Science and Veterinary. Moreover, candidates must demonstrate a proximity of 30% or less between their general H-index and D-index, ensuring that their scholarly influence is firmly rooted within the discipline under consideration.
Verification and Validation Practices
Recognizing that raw bibliometric data alone cannot fully encapsulate a researcher’s contributions, the team behind this ranking has undertaken thorough manual verification procedures. All scientist profiles were meticulously cross-correlated against publications recorded across an extensive range of trustworthy sources to validate accuracy and authorship. While the number of papers published in prominent journals and conference proceedings does not contribute directly to a scientist’s rank, it constitutes a valuable secondary indicator of scholarly impact and dedication within a specific area of science.
The final ranking positions are established primarily through each researcher’s D-index, calculated using data gathered from OpenAlex and CrossRef—two of the most prominent and widely-recognized bibliometric databases currently available to the research community. Readers interested in a deeper understanding of the methodology and protocols involved are encouraged to visit our methodology page.
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