The bibliometric data underpinning the citation-based metrics used in the ranking were meticulously collected on January 12, 2026. A key metric employed to establish the scientists' positions in the ranking is the D-index (Discipline H-index), which specifically considers only the papers and their corresponding citation metrics within the examined discipline of Animal Science and Veterinary. This discipline-specific focus ensures a precise evaluation of impact within the relevant scientific domain.
Scope of Research and Inclusion Criteria
The ranking process involved the examination of 279,971 scientist profiles sourced from a broad array of bibliometric databases encompassing all scientific disciplines. Within this extensive dataset, 3 scientists specializing in Animal Science and Veterinary disciplines were identified for detailed analysis.
To qualify for inclusion in the ranking, a candidate’s D-index was required to be at least 20, and the majority of their tier publications had to be within the Animal Science and Veterinary domain. In addition to quantitative bibliometric thresholds, a scientist’s awards and notable achievements in the field were also taken into account to ensure recognition of distinguished scholarly contributions.
The D-index threshold for identifying top researchers is determined as an increment of 10, scaled relative to the estimated total number of active scholars in each discipline, while simultaneously ensuring representation of the top 1% of leading experts. Furthermore, the methodology includes an integrity check whereby the proximity between a scientist’s overall H-index and their discipline-specific D-index is required to be 30% or less to affirm a consistent, focused research impact within the discipline.
Additional Verification Practices
Understanding that raw bibliometric data alone cannot serve as an absolute measure of scholarly output, the Research.com team implemented comprehensive manual verification procedures. Every scientist profile included in the ranking was cross-correlated against publications in a diverse set of trustworthy academic sources, ensuring that the data reflects authentic and relevant scholarly activity.
Although not directly influencing the ranking position, the volume of publications in highly regarded journals and conference proceedings is recognized as a valuable secondary signal reflecting a scientist’s contribution and stature within the Animal Science and Veterinary research community.
The final ranking order is established exclusively through each researcher’s D-index, calculated based on data extracted from OpenAlex and CrossRef, the most prominent and widely referenced bibliometric databases available to the global research community. For a detailed understanding of the methodologies employed, please visit our methodology page.
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