Data Sources
The 5th edition of the Research.com Best Economics and Finance Scientists in United Arab Emirates Ranking is built upon comprehensive bibliometric data primarily sourced from OpenAlex and CrossRef, supplemented by multiple additional reputable data sources. The citation-based metrics underlying this ranking were compiled on January 12, 2026. The ranking methodology relies on the D-index (Discipline H-index), a refined metric that incorporates only those publications and citations pertinent to the specific discipline under examination—Economics and Finance in this case—thereby providing a focused and disciplinary-sensitive evaluation of a scientist’s impact.
Scope of Research
In total, 279,971 scientist profiles identified from diverse bibliometric databases were analyzed across all disciplines worldwide, with 10 scientists specifically recognized in the field of Economics and Finance within the United Arab Emirates. To qualify for inclusion in this ranking, a scientist must have a D-index of at least 30, with a majority of their tier publications concentrated in Economics and Finance. Additionally, a scientist’s awards and notable achievements within the discipline were considered as supplementary indicators of their standing.
The threshold for the D-index is calibrated in increments of 10 relative to the estimated total number of scholars within each discipline, ensuring statistical rigor while guaranteeing inclusion of the top 1% of leading researchers. Furthermore, a proximity criterion requires that a scientist’s overall H-index and their D-index differ by no more than 30%, preserving alignment between their general and discipline-specific research influence.
Additional Verification Practices
Recognizing that raw bibliometric data alone cannot serve as an absolute measure of scholarly contribution, the research team conducted thorough manual verification of all scientist profiles. This process included cross-correlation against publications indexed in a broad array of trusted sources, enhancing the credibility and accuracy of the ranking.
While not directly contributing to a scientist's position in the Research.com ranking, the number of publications in prominent journals and conference proceedings is acknowledged as a valuable secondary signal reflecting a researcher’s substantive impact in their specialty.
The final ranking positions are determined based on the D-index derived from data aggregated primarily from OpenAlex and CrossRef, recognized as the most comprehensive and authoritative bibliometric databases currently accessible to the research community. For an in-depth understanding of the methodology underpinning this ranking, please visit our methodology page.
Research.com Agenda
At Research.com, our mission is to provide motivation for researchers, corporations, and policymakers worldwide to analyze and understand the trajectories of leading experts. We aim to facilitate transparency and accessibility within the global scientific community by identifying who the foremost contributors are in specific fields, across geographic regions—including countries—and within distinct research institutions.
This ranking exemplifies our commitment to supporting informed decision-making and fostering collaboration by delivering meticulously verified, discipline-focused insights into academic excellence.
