A scientist’s position in the ranking is anchored in their D-index (Discipline H-index), a specialized metric that considers only those papers and corresponding citation data specifically within the examined discipline of Business and Management. This targeted approach ensures the ranking reflects subject-specific scholarly impact rather than a general research influence.
Scope of Research
The ranking evaluates a total of 279,971 scientist profiles identified across various bibliometric data sources spanning all academic disciplines. Within this extensive dataset, 1,938 researchers specializing in Business and Management were specifically examined.
To qualify for inclusion in the ranking, a researcher’s D-index must meet a minimum threshold of 30, and the majority of their tier publications must be directly related to Business and Management. Additionally, consideration is given to scientists’ awards and achievements within the discipline to more holistically assess their contributions.
The D-index threshold used to identify top researchers is set as incremental steps of 10, tailored according to the estimated total number of scholars in each discipline. This approach guarantees that the top 1% of leading scholars in Business and Management are incorporated into the list. Moreover, to maintain discipline relevance, candidates are required to demonstrate a proximity of 30% or less between their overall H-index and their D-index, ensuring their scholarly impact is predominantly within the field of study.
Verification Practices
Recognizing that raw bibliometric data alone cannot perfectly capture the nuances of scholarly output, the Research.com team exercises additional verification and quality assurance measures. All scientist profiles included in the ranking were manually reviewed and cross-correlated against publications listed in a wide range of trustworthy sources to validate the accuracy and relevance of their academic records.
While the number of publications in prominent journals and conference proceedings does not directly influence a researcher’s position in the ranking, it is regarded as a valuable secondary indicator of a scientist’s contributions within Business and Management.
The ranking positions are established exclusively using each researcher’s D-index, derived from data gathered through OpenAlex and CrossRef—two of the most prominent and well-established bibliometric databases accessible to the global research community. Researchers, institutions, and interested readers are encouraged to learn more about the detailed methodology by visiting our methodology page.
Research.com Mission and Agenda
At Research.com, our mission is to inspire researchers, corporations, policymakers, and academic institutions worldwide to closely observe the trajectories of leading experts. We aim to provide a transparent and authoritative resource enabling the global scientific community to identify and engage with top researchers in specific fields, across various countries, and within individual research institutions.
By delivering meticulously verified, discipline-focused rankings such as the Best Business and Management Scientists in Russia, we strive to foster collaboration, inform strategic decision-making, and celebrate excellence in scientific research.
