A researcher’s position in the ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a refined metric that evaluates a scientist’s impact exclusively within the examined discipline. This index incorporates only the papers and citation records pertinent to Economics and Finance, enabling a focused and accurate assessment of disciplinary contribution.
Scope of Research and Inclusion Criteria
To establish this ranking, 279,971 scientist profiles drawn from diverse bibliometric sources across all disciplines were analyzed, with a focused subset of 101 scientists specializing in Economics and Finance specifically. In order to qualify for the ranking, a scientist must have a D-index of at least 30, reflecting a significant level of research impact within their discipline. Additionally, the majority of their tier publications must fall squarely within the domain of Economics and Finance.
Beyond citation metrics, a researcher’s awards and recognized achievements in Economics and Finance also contributed to their consideration. The threshold for the D-index is calibrated dynamically in increments of 10, based on the estimated total population of scholars in each discipline. This ensures that the ranking consistently captures the top 1% of leading experts. Furthermore, a rigorous proximity requirement mandates that the difference between a scientist’s general H-index and their discipline-specific D-index remains at 30% or less, reinforcing the discipline-focused integrity of the evaluation.
Additional Verification and Methodological Rigor
The Research.com team recognizes that purely quantitative bibliometric data alone cannot fully encapsulate the qualitative impact of scientific contributions. Accordingly, each scientist profile included in the ranking was manually verified and rigorously cross-checked against publications listed in a broad array of trustworthy academic sources. This meticulous validation process improves reliability and credibility, ensuring that true experts in Economics and Finance are accurately represented.
While the number of publications in prominent journals and major conference proceedings does not directly influence a researcher’s position in this ranking, it remains a valuable secondary signal of scholarly influence within the field.
The final ranking positions are established based on each researcher’s D-index, as derived from information aggregated primarily from OpenAlex and CrossRef — among the most authoritative and widely recognized bibliometric databases available to the research community today. For a comprehensive overview of the methodology employed, we invite readers to visit our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Vision
At Research.com, our overarching mission is to inspire researchers, academic institutions, companies, and policymakers worldwide to examine emerging trends and directions among leading experts. By providing transparent, data-driven rankings, we enable the global scientific community to readily identify the foremost specialists within specific areas of study, geographic regions, or even within particular research organizations.
Through this initiative, we aim to foster greater recognition, collaboration, and informed decision-making that ultimately enhances the advancement and application of scientific knowledge in Economics and Finance and beyond.
