A scientist’s position in the ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a refined metric that accounts exclusively for papers and citation statistics within the focal discipline of Animal Science and Veterinary. This approach facilitates a targeted assessment of each researcher’s influence specifically within their field of expertise.
Scope and Eligibility Criteria
The ranking encompasses a rigorous examination of 279,971 scientist profiles aggregated from diverse bibliometric data sources across all academic disciplines. Among these, 13 scientists specializing in Animal Science and Veterinary were closely evaluated for inclusion.
To qualify for the ranking, a scientist must meet the following criteria:
- Have a D-index of at least 20;
- Demonstrate that the majority of their tier publications are concentrated within the Animal Science and Veterinary discipline;
- Possess recognized awards and achievements relevant to the Animal Science and Veterinary field.
The D-index threshold for identifying top researchers is adaptively set in increments of 10, contingent upon the estimated size of the scholar population within each discipline. This methodology ensures the inclusion of the top 1% of leading scholars. Furthermore, to maintain disciplinary focus, the margin of difference between a researcher’s general H-index and their D-index must not exceed 30%, reinforcing the emphasis on domain-specific impact.
Verification and Methodological Rigor
Understanding the inherent limitations of raw bibliometric data as a definitive measure of scholarly output, the Research.com team implements meticulous manual verification of all scientist profiles. These are cross-correlated against publications indexed in a broad spectrum of authoritative sources to affirm accuracy and authenticity.
While the number of papers published in prestigious journals and conference proceedings does not directly influence a researcher’s ranking position, it serves as a valuable supplementary indicator of their substantive contributions to the discipline.
The ranking leverages the D-index derived from data curated specifically from OpenAlex and CrossRef—two of the most prominent and reputable bibliometric databases accessible to the global research community. This ensures the robustness and transparency of ranking computations.
For detailed insights into the ranking methodology and data processing protocols, readers are encouraged to consult our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Vision
Research.com is committed to fostering an informed scientific ecosystem by motivating researchers, institutions, companies, and policymakers worldwide to recognize leading experts and emerging trends within specific fields. This ranking provides an essential platform for the global scientific community to identify and connect with foremost scholars in Animal Science and Veterinary across Thailand.
By illuminating the impact and direction of top researchers, we aim to support strategic collaboration, funding allocation, and policy formation, thereby advancing innovation and excellence within the scientific landscape.
