A scientist’s position in the ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a discipline-specific metric that considers only the papers and citation data relevant to the examined field—in this case, Economics and Finance. This tailored approach ensures the measurement reflects a researcher’s true impact within their specific area of expertise.
Scope of Research and Qualification Criteria
To develop this ranking, a total of 279,971 scientist profiles spanning all disciplines were examined, among which 10 scientists specialized specifically in Economics and Finance were identified. Eligibility for inclusion in the ranking required that a researcher maintain a minimum D-index of 30 with a majority of their tier publications concentrated in Economics and Finance. Furthermore, a researcher’s awards and notable achievements in the field were factored into the qualification process, providing additional validation of their prominence.
The threshold for the D-index to identify top researchers is incrementally adjusted by increments of 10 depending on the estimated total number of scholars within each discipline. This calibrated approach guarantees that the top 1% of leading scholars are consistently incorporated into the list. Additionally, to maintain disciplinary specificity, only those with a proximity of 30% or less between their general H-index and their D-index were considered, ensuring a strong alignment of their overall impact with their work in Economics and Finance.
Verification Practices
The team behind this ranking recognizes that raw bibliometric data alone cannot serve as an absolute tool for evaluating the output and contributions of scholars. To address this, all scientist profiles included were manually verified and cross-correlated against publications from a broad spectrum of trustworthy and established sources. While the sheer number of papers published in top-tier journals and conference proceedings does not directly influence a researcher’s position in the ranking, it remains an important secondary indicator of a scientist’s contribution and reputation within Economics and Finance.
The ranking positions are ultimately determined by each researcher’s D-index accrued from data in OpenAlex and CrossRef, reflecting the most accurate and updated citation records available. For those interested in a comprehensive understanding of the methodology, detailed information is available on our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Vision
At Research.com, our mission is to inspire researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers worldwide to closely examine the trajectories of leading experts. We strive to provide the broader scientific community with reliable, transparent, and insightful rankings that identify top scholars in specific fields, across nations, and within esteemed institutions. By doing so, we foster greater recognition of research achievements and facilitate collaboration, innovation, and informed decision-making at multiple levels of the scientific ecosystem.
