A scientist’s position within the ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a refined metric that considers only papers and citation metrics relevant to the specific discipline under examination. This approach ensures that rankings fairly represent a researcher’s contribution within the domain of Economics and Finance, rather than their broader academic output.
Scope and Criteria for Inclusion
The ranking evaluates a total of 279,971 scientist profiles identified from a variety of bibliometric data sources across all scientific disciplines. Among them, 2,000 scientists specializing in Economics and Finance were specifically examined for this ranking.
In order to qualify for inclusion, a scientist’s D-index in Economics and Finance must be at least 30. Additionally, a majority of their tier publications must be situated within the Economics and Finance disciplines. Awards and distinguished achievements within this field were also considered as supplementary factors enhancing a researcher’s standing.
The D-index threshold is dynamically set, increasing in increments of 10 based on the estimated total number of scholars within each discipline. This method guarantees that the list consistently incorporates approximately the top 1% of leading scholars in Economics and Finance. Furthermore, to ensure disciplinary specificity, only candidates whose general H-index and D-index differ by 30% or less are considered, thereby maintaining close proximity between overall impact and field-specific influence.
Verification and Validation Practices
Research.com’s team recognizes that raw bibliometric data alone cannot serve as an absolute measure of scholarly output or quality. Consequently, each scientist profile included in the ranking was manually verified, cross-correlating publications across a broad range of trustworthy academic sources and databases to confirm accuracy and authenticity.
While the number of publications in prestigious journals and conference proceedings does not directly influence the ranking position, such outputs are regarded as valuable secondary indicators of a scientist’s scholarly contributions within the discipline.
The ranking position is ultimately established using the D-index metric, based on data rigorously aggregated from OpenAlex and CrossRef, which are among the most prominent and widely trusted bibliometric databases available to the research community.
For detailed information on the methodology and verification procedures, readers are encouraged to visit our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Vision
The creation of the Research.com rankings reflects our steadfast commitment to inspiring researchers, academic institutions, companies, and policymakers worldwide. Our mission is to illuminate the trajectories followed by leading experts, facilitating greater awareness and recognition within the global scientific community. By identifying and showcasing top researchers in specific fields, across countries, and within various research institutions, we aim to foster informed decision-making, strategic collaboration, and the advancement of scientific knowledge.
Through meticulous data collection, rigorous verification, and transparent methodology, Research.com strives to provide a credible, respected, and valuable resource that contributes meaningfully to the landscape of academic excellence.
