Data Sources and Citation Metrics
The 5th edition of the Research.com Best Economics and Finance Scientists in Fiji Ranking has been developed utilizing comprehensive bibliometric data primarily sourced from OpenAlex and CrossRef, alongside several additional reputable data sources. These platforms represent the most prominent and reliable bibliometric databases available to the research community, providing extensive coverage of scholarly publications and citation records. The bibliometric data employed to devise the citation-based metrics that inform the ranking were collected on January 12, 2026.
A scientist’s position in the ranking is determined based on their Discipline H-index, also known as the D-index. This metric is specifically designed to assess impact within a defined discipline, including only publications and citations relevant to the examined field—in this case, Economics and Finance—thereby offering a more focused and accurate representation of a researcher’s contributions within their specialty.
Scope of Research and Eligibility Criteria
The ranking draws upon a broad dataset comprising 279,971 scientist profiles identified across various bibliometric sources and spanning all disciplines. Specifically, for Economics and Finance, 1,325 scientists were examined in detail. To qualify for inclusion in the ranking, a scientist’s D-index had to meet a minimum threshold of 30, ensuring that only highly impactful researchers were considered. Additionally, the majority of a qualifying scientist’s tier publications needed to be concentrated within the area of Economics and Finance.
Beyond bibliometric indicators, scientists’ awards and notable achievements within the field were also factored into the evaluation process. The D-index threshold is not fixed but is set in increments of 10 relative to the estimated total population of scholars in each discipline. This adaptive thresholding guarantees the incorporation of the top 1% of leading experts in each field. Furthermore, to ensure validity of disciplinary focus, there is a requirement that the proximity between a scientist’s general H-index and their D-index remain within 30%, reinforcing the alignment between overall research impact and discipline-specific excellence.
Verification Practices and Additional Considerations
Recognizing the inherent limitations of raw bibliometric data as an absolute evaluative tool, the research team behind this ranking undertook meticulous manual verification of all scientist profiles. This process involved cross-correlation of publication records against a wide array of trustworthy sources to confirm the accuracy and integrity of the data. While the primary determinant of ranking position remains the researcher’s D-index according to data from OpenAlex and CrossRef, the number of papers published in prominent journals and conference proceedings serves as a valuable secondary indicator of a scientist’s research contributions within Economics and Finance.
We encourage readers seeking a deeper understanding of the methodologies and metrics underpinning the ranking to visit our methodology page, where detailed explanations and supplementary information are provided.
Research.com’s Mission and Agenda
At Research.com, our mission is to inspire researchers, academic institutions, companies, and policymakers worldwide to engage actively with the trajectories of leading experts across diverse fields. By providing transparent, rigorously constructed rankings of top scientists—whether by discipline, country, or research institution—we aim to foster a greater recognition of excellence and to facilitate connections within the scientific community. The creation of the Best Economics and Finance Scientists in Fiji Ranking exemplifies our commitment to highlight and celebrate outstanding academic contributions while supporting informed decision-making across the global research ecosystem.
