A scientist's position within the ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), an advanced metric that accounts exclusively for publications and citation counts within the examined discipline. This refined focus enables a precise and discipline-specific assessment of each researcher's academic impact in Economics and Finance.
Scope of Research and Qualification Criteria
The ranking process involved the examination of 279,971 scientist profiles drawn from a diverse array of bibliometric sources across all academic disciplines. From this broad survey, 2,000 scientists specializing specifically in Economics and Finance were identified and assessed.
To qualify for inclusion in the ranking, a scientist must have a minimum D-index of 30, with the majority of their tier publications centered in the area of Economics and Finance. Additionally, consideration was given to each scientist’s awards and notable achievements in the field, adding a qualitative dimension to the quantitative analysis.
The D-index threshold is dynamically set in increments of 10, commensurate with the total number of scholars estimated within each discipline, to ensure comprehensive coverage of the top 1% leading researchers. Furthermore, a proximity constraint is imposed whereby the difference between a scientist’s overall H-index and their discipline-specific D-index must not exceed 30%. This ensures that their research profile is aligned closely with the designated field of Economics and Finance.
Verification and Quality Assurance
Understanding that raw bibliometric data alone cannot serve as an absolute measure of scholarly impact, the Research.com team has undertaken meticulous manual verification of all scientist profiles included in the ranking. Each profile was cross-correlated against publication records sourced from multiple trustworthy and authoritative outlets.
While the volume of papers published in prestigious journals and conference proceedings does not directly influence a researcher’s ranking position, it remains a valuable secondary indicator of their substantive contributions to the development of Economics and Finance research.
The ranking position itself is established based on the D-index, calculated using data from OpenAlex and CrossRef, which represent the most prominent and reliable bibliometric datasets. Readers seeking further details on the methodology employed are encouraged to consult our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission
Research.com is dedicated to fostering a global environment where researchers, companies, and policymakers can identify and engage with leading experts across diverse scientific fields. Our mission in producing this ranking is to provide the scientific community and relevant stakeholders with a clear, transparent, and credible tool for recognizing top researchers in specific disciplines, within countries, and at research institutions.
By illuminating the trajectories of leading scholars in Economics and Finance, we aim to motivate collaboration, inform strategic decisions, and invigorate the advancement of knowledge worldwide.
