A scientist’s position within the ranking is determined based on their Discipline H-index, or D-index, which specifically accounts for papers and citation metrics pertinent to the examined discipline of Business and Management. This targeted approach ensures that contributions reflected in the ranking accurately represent each researcher’s impact within their specialized field.
Scope of Research and Qualification Criteria
The ranking scope was defined through the evaluation of 279,971 scientist profiles identified from diverse bibliometric sources, spanning all academic disciplines. Within this comprehensive dataset, 1,000 scientists specializing in Business and Management were specifically analyzed.
To qualify for inclusion in the ranking, a scientist’s D-index in Business and Management had to be at least 30, ensuring that only researchers with substantial influence in the field are recognized. Additionally, the majority of a qualifying scientist’s tier publications needed to be within the Business and Management domain. Consideration was also given to individual awards and notable achievements related to this discipline.
The threshold for the D-index is calibrated in increments of 10 relative to the total number of scholars estimated for each discipline, guaranteeing that the top 1% of leading researchers are incorporated while maintaining a rigorous benchmark. Furthermore, a proximity of 30% or less between a scientist’s general H-index and their D-index was required to ensure a strong alignment between their overall research impact and their specialized contributions in Business and Management.
Verification and Validation Practices
Understanding the limitations of raw bibliometric data as an absolute measure of scholarly output, the team behind this ranking engaged in meticulous manual verification of all scientist profiles. Each profile was cross-correlated against publications found in a broad range of trustworthy academic and professional sources to ensure accuracy and authenticity.
While the number of papers published in prominent journals and conference proceedings does not directly influence a researcher’s position in the Research.com ranking, it serves as a valuable secondary indication of the scientist’s meaningful contributions to their field.
The final ranking is anchored on each researcher’s D-index as aggregated from OpenAlex and CrossRef, which are among the most prominent and well-regarded bibliometric databases accessible to the global research community. For a detailed overview of the methodology and processes involved, readers are encouraged to visit our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Vision
Research.com is committed to motivating researchers, companies, and policymakers worldwide to explore the trajectories of leading experts within their fields. By delivering transparent and rigorously derived rankings, our goal is to provide the scientific community with an authoritative reference to identify and connect with the foremost scholars in specific areas of study, across different countries, and within academic institutions.
This initiative underscores our dedication to fostering a global knowledge ecosystem where excellence in research is recognized, encouraged, and made accessible to all those invested in advancing science and academia.
