Data Sources and Citation Metrics
The 5th edition of the Research.com Best Business and Management Scientists in Iran, Islamic Republic Of Ranking is founded on comprehensive bibliometric data collected primarily from OpenAlex and CrossRef, alongside multiple other trusted data sources. These platforms represent some of the most prominent and well-established repositories of scholarly publication and citation information available to the global research community. The bibliometric data used to calculate the citation-based metrics were gathered on January 12, 2026. A scientist’s position in this ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a refined metric that accounts exclusively for publications and citation metrics pertinent to the examined discipline of Business and Management, ensuring the ranking accurately reflects subject-specific research impact.
Scope of Research and Eligibility Criteria
The ranking encompasses an extensive examination of 279,971 scientist profiles identified from a variety of bibliometric data sources across all academic disciplines. Specifically for Business and Management, 8 scientists from Iran were considered based on rigorous selection criteria. To qualify for inclusion, a scientist must have a D-index of at least 30, with a majority of their tier publications concentrated in the domain of Business and Management. Additionally, the researcher’s awards and notable achievements within this field were also considered to provide a holistic evaluation of their contributions.
The threshold for the D-index is calibrated incrementally by 10 points based on the total estimated number of scholars within each discipline. This method ensures that the ranking captures the top 1% of leading experts in each field. Furthermore, scientists included maintained a close proximity—30% or less—between their general H-index and their D-index, which helps to ensure their disciplinary impact aligns closely with their overall scientific influence.
Verification and Validation Procedures
Recognizing that raw bibliometric data alone cannot definitively evaluate scholarly output, the Research.com team undertook meticulous manual verification of all scientist profiles. This additional cross-correlation involved validation against publications listed in a wide array of trustworthy academic sources, reinforcing the accuracy and reliability of the identified profiles.
Although not a quantitative factor impacting the final ranking position, the quantity of papers published in prominent journals and conference proceedings serves as a valuable secondary indicator of a researcher’s contribution to their field. The ranking’s primary metric—the D-index—is calculated using data drawn from the most reliable bibliometric databases, OpenAlex and CrossRef, cementing confidence in the ranking’s rigor.
For a comprehensive understanding of the underlying methodology and verification steps, please refer to our methodology page.
Research.com’s Vision and Purpose
The goal behind the creation of this ranking is to inspire researchers, organizations, and policymakers worldwide to identify and follow leading experts in Business and Management. By illuminating who the foremost scholars are within specific disciplines, countries, and institutions, Research.com aims to facilitate enhanced collaboration, informed decision-making, and strategic advancement across the global scientific landscape.
We are committed to upholding the highest standards of accuracy and integrity throughout the ranking process, providing the academic community with a reliable and insightful tool for recognizing excellence in research.
