A scientist’s position in the ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a refined metric that considers only the papers and citation metrics relevant to the specific discipline under examination—in this instance, Business and Management. This approach ensures a focused and discipline-specific evaluation of scholarly influence and productivity.
Scope and Criteria of the Ranking
The ranking is the outcome of a thorough examination of 279,971 scientist profiles compiled from diverse bibliometric data sources across all academic disciplines. Within this extensive dataset, 22 scientists specializing in Business and Management in Singapore were assessed.
To qualify for inclusion in the ranking, a scientist must meet stringent thresholds: a D-index of at least 30, with the majority of their tier publications concentrated in the Business and Management domain. Furthermore, scientists’ awards and distinguished achievements within the field were factored into the evaluation process to supplement bibliometric measures with qualitative recognition.
The D-index threshold is dynamically calibrated in increments of 10, based on the estimated total population of scholars within each discipline, with a core objective of incorporating the top 1% of leading researchers in the field. Additionally, a proximity criterion ensures that the gap between a scientist’s general H-index and their D-index remains at 30% or less, reinforcing the discipline-specific orientation of the ranking.
Verification and Validation Practices
The researchers behind this ranking fully acknowledge that raw bibliometric data, while essential, cannot alone serve as an absolute measure of scholarly productivity and impact. Accordingly, all scientist profiles were subject to rigorous manual verification and cross-correlation against publications from a broad array of reliable and trustworthy sources.
Although publication counts in prominent journals and conference proceedings do not directly influence the ranking position, they are regarded as a valuable secondary indicator of a scientist’s contribution to their specific area of research.
Positions are ultimately established using the D-index derived from OpenAlex and CrossRef data. These thorough verification practices highlight the meticulous and careful efforts undertaken to ensure the credibility and integrity of the ranking.
For a detailed explanation of the methodology employed, readers are encouraged to consult our methodology page.
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This ranking exemplifies our commitment to delivering authoritative, rigorously curated insights that foster excellence, collaboration, and informed decision-making in research policy and academic development.
