Data Sources and Bibliometric Information
The 5th edition of the Research.com Best Business and Management Scientists in Costa Rica Ranking is primarily based on comprehensive bibliometric data sourced from OpenAlex and CrossRef, supplemented by multiple additional reputable data sources in the field. The citation-based metrics utilized to devise the ranking were collected as of January 12, 2026. A researcher’s position in the ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a refined metric that exclusively accounts for publications and citation metrics within the examined discipline of Business and Management. This focus ensures that the ranking accurately reflects disciplinary impact rather than generalized research performance.
Scope of Research and Selection Criteria
The ranking was developed through a rigorous examination of 279,971 scientist profiles identified across a broad array of bibliometric data sources encompassing all academic disciplines. From this extensive dataset, 1,273 scientists specializing in Business and Management were specifically evaluated for inclusion in the ranking.
To qualify for the ranking, a scientist’s D-index was required to be at least 30, with the majority of their tier publications concentrated within the Business and Management domain. Additionally, consideration was given to awards and notable achievements within the field to recognize scientific excellence beyond citation metrics alone. The D-index threshold for identifying top researchers is calibrated in increments of 10, relative to the estimated total number of scholars within each discipline, thereby ensuring the inclusion of the top 1% of leading scholars. Furthermore, candidates were evaluated to ensure that the discrepancy between their general H-index and their D-index did not exceed 30%, guaranteeing a high degree of disciplinary focus in their research impact.
Verification Practices and Ranking Methodology
The Research.com team is cognizant that raw bibliometric data is inherently imperfect and should not be used as an absolute measure of scholarly output or influence. To enhance reliability, all scientist profiles were manually verified and cross-correlated against publications from a broad spectrum of trustworthy academic sources.
While not directly influencing the ranking position, the quantity of publications in prestigious journals and conference proceedings is regarded as a valuable secondary indicator of a researcher’s substantive contributions within a specific scientific domain.
The ranking positions are ultimately established using each researcher’s D-index, derived from data aggregated primarily from OpenAlex and CrossRef—two of the most prominent and globally recognized bibliometric databases available to the research community. For an in-depth explanation of the ranking’s methodology, readers are encouraged to visit our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Vision Behind the Ranking
Research.com’s mission in creating this ranking is to motivate researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers worldwide to gain deeper insights into the trajectories and focal areas of leading experts. By providing an authoritative and transparent resource, we aim to facilitate the global scientific community’s ability to identify and engage with top scholars in specific disciplines, across countries, and within research institutions. This initiative underscores our commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and promoting collaborative excellence through informed recognition of expertise.
