A researcher’s position within the ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a tailored metric that reflects the impact of a scientist’s work specifically within the studied discipline. Unlike a traditional H-index that aggregates output across all fields, the D-index exclusively accounts for publications and citations pertinent to Economics and Finance, allowing for a more precise assessment of scholarly influence in the subject area.
Scope of Research and Eligibility Criteria
The creation of this ranking involved the examination of 279,971 scientist profiles identified from a diverse array of bibliometric data sources covering all academic disciplines. From this pool, 2 scientists specializing in Economics and Finance were specifically analyzed.
To qualify for inclusion in the ranking, a scientist’s D-index had to be at least 30, ensuring a strong baseline of disciplinary impact. Furthermore, the majority of a qualifying researcher’s tier publications needed to be centered in the area of Economics and Finance, reinforcing focus and expertise. Additional considerations included recognition of awards and achievements pertinent to the field.
The threshold for D-index selection is dynamically set in increments of 10 based on the estimated total number of scholars within each discipline. This adaptive approach guarantees representation of the top 1% of leading economists and finance scholars. Importantly, candidate profiles were also required to demonstrate a proximity of 30% or less between their general H-index and their D-index, ensuring disciplinary alignment between overall scholarly impact and specialized contribution.
Verification Practices and Methodological Rigor
The Research.com team is cognizant that raw bibliometric data alone cannot serve as an absolute measure of scholarly output or influence. Consequently, all scientist profiles were manually verified by a dedicated team. This verification process involved cross-referencing profiles against publications indexed in an extensive range of trustworthy academic sources, ensuring accuracy and minimizing discrepancies.
While not directly factored into the calculation of a researcher’s ranking position, the quantity of papers published in leading journals and reputable conference proceedings is recognized as a valuable secondary indicator of a scientist’s research contribution within Economics and Finance.
The ranking positions themselves rely primarily on researchers’ D-index scores derived from the carefully collected data from OpenAlex and CrossRef—two of the most prominent and well-established bibliometric databases accessible to the research community. For readers interested in a comprehensive understanding of the methodologies employed, please refer to our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Vision
At Research.com, our mission is to inspire researchers, academic institutions, corporations, and policymakers worldwide to explore the evolving landscape of scientific expertise. By identifying and showcasing leading experts in specific fields, such as Economics and Finance, within various countries and institutions, we aim to foster greater connectivity, collaboration, and strategic insight into research development.
This ranking is the result of meticulous and rigorous work, reflecting our commitment to precision, credibility, and transparency. Through these efforts, we seek to provide the scientific community with a trusted resource for understanding who the leading voices are in Economics and Finance in Iceland, thus supporting informed decision-making and recognition within the academic ecosystem.
