A researcher's position in this ranking is determined by their Discipline H-index, or D-index, a specialized metric that considers only the publications and citations relevant to the examined discipline. The D-index therefore offers a precise reflection of a scientist’s influence within Animal Science and Veterinary, rather than across their general research output.
Scope of Research and Qualification Criteria
The ranking scope entailed an examination of 279,971 scientist profiles compiled from a diverse range of bibliometric data sources spanning all scientific disciplines. Within this extensive dataset, 1,000 scientists specifically affiliated with Animal Science and Veterinary were identified and analyzed.
To qualify for inclusion in the ranking, a scientist must have a D-index of at least 20, ensuring that only researchers with considerable impact in Animal Science and Veterinary are considered. Additionally, a majority of their tier publications must be directly within the discipline. Beyond bibliometric thresholds, awards and notable achievements in Animal Science and Veterinary were also factored into the consideration process.
The D-index threshold is dynamically adjusted in increments of 10 according to the estimated total number of scholars within each discipline. This approach guarantees that the ranking incorporates the top 1% of leading scholars in the field. Furthermore, candidates’ D-index scores are required to be within 30% or less of their general H-index, ensuring strong disciplinary focus and relevance.
Verification and Validation Processes
Recognizing that raw bibliometric data alone cannot fully capture the qualitative impact of scholarly output, the researchers behind this ranking undertook rigorous manual verification of all scientist profiles. This included cross-correlation of publication records with a wide spectrum of trusted academic sources to ensure accuracy and validity.
While the number of papers published in prominent journals and conference proceedings does not directly influence a researcher’s ranked position, it serves as a valuable secondary indicator of their contribution to the discipline.
The ranking positions are ultimately determined by the Discipline H-index (D-index) derived from information aggregated from OpenAlex and CrossRef, the most prominent and widely respected bibliometric databases available to the scientific community. To review the detailed methodology behind this ranking, please visit our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Vision
At Research.com, our mission is to inspire and empower researchers, organizations, and policymakers worldwide to better understand the trajectories of leading experts. By providing transparent, meticulously curated rankings, we aim to facilitate recognition and visibility of top scholars in specialized fields across different countries and institutions.
Through this endeavor, we seek to foster collaboration, promote excellence in research, and enable informed decision-making within the global scientific community. The rigorous methodology and careful validation processes underpinning these rankings emphasize our commitment to credibility and the advancement of science.
