A scientist’s position in the ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a refined variant of the traditional H-index which exclusively accounts for papers and citation metrics within the examined discipline. This discipline-specific approach ensures that the ranking accurately represents researchers’ impact specifically within Business and Management.
Scope of Research and Inclusion Criteria
The ranking process commenced with an examination of 279,971 scientist profiles identified from a diverse array of bibliometric data sources covering all academic disciplines. Within this wide scope, 118 scientists specifically associated with Business and Management were analyzed in depth.
To qualify for inclusion, a scientist’s D-index was required to be at least 30, and the majority of their tier publications needed to be in the Business and Management domain. Additionally, a candidate’s awards and achievements within the field were carefully considered as part of the evaluation process. The threshold for the D-index is calibrated in increments of 10 based on the total estimated population of scholars in each discipline, ensuring that the ranking encompasses the top 1% of leading researchers in the field.
Furthermore, eligibility mandates that the proximity between a scientist’s overall H-index and their discipline-specific D-index remain within 30%, reinforcing the focus on those who have demonstrated sustained impact within Business and Management.
Verification and Ranking Methodology
Understanding the limitations of raw bibliometric data as an absolute measure of scholarly output, the researchers behind this ranking conducted thorough manual verifications of each scientist’s profile. Profiles were cross-correlated against publications in a broad spectrum of trustworthy sources to ensure accuracy and authenticity.
While not directly influencing the ranking position, the number of papers published in prominent journals and leading conference proceedings is acknowledged as a valuable secondary indicator of a scientist’s contribution to research in their specific area.
The ranking position itself is firmly grounded in each researcher’s D-index derived from OpenAlex and CrossRef – the most comprehensive and widely recognized bibliometric databases available to the global research community. This rigorous methodology maintains the credibility and reliability of the ranking.
For a detailed overview of the methodology utilized in constructing this ranking, interested readers are encouraged to visit our methodology page.
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