All bibliometric data used to calculate citation-based metrics were collected on January 12, 2026. The core metric for ranking scientists is the D-index (Discipline H-index), which focuses exclusively on papers and citations within the specific discipline under examination—in this case, Economics and Finance. This discipline-specific approach enables a more targeted and meaningful comparison of researchers' contributions relative to their peers in the same field.
Scope of Research and Ranking Criteria
The ranking’s scope was informed by the examination of 279,971 scientist profiles drawn from diverse bibliometric repositories encompassing all scientific disciplines. Within this dataset, 1 scientist specializing in Economics and Finance in the Palestinian Territory, Occupied, was identified for inclusion.
To qualify for the Economics and Finance ranking, a scientist’s D-index had to meet or exceed a minimum threshold of 30, ensuring only researchers with a substantive impact in the discipline were considered. Additionally, a majority of the researcher’s tier publications needed to be concentrated within Economics and Finance. Recognition of relevant awards and achievements in the field further contributed to the evaluation process.
The threshold D-index for top researchers is dynamically set at increments of 10 based on the total estimated number of scholars in each discipline, thus safeguarding representation of the top 1% highest-impact scientists in every field. Furthermore, there is a built-in condition where the proximity between a scientist’s general H-index and their D-index should not exceed 30%, reinforcing that the researcher’s broader citation profile is consistent with their disciplinary specialization.
Verification and Methodological Rigor
Recognizing that raw bibliometric data can never fully capture the complexity and nuance of scholarly output, the Research.com team undertook extensive manual verification of all scientist profiles. Each profile was carefully cross-correlated against authoritative publication sources to confirm accuracy and comprehensiveness.
While the number of papers published in prominent journals and conference proceedings is not part of the official ranking metric, it serves as a valuable secondary indicator of a scientist’s contribution to research within their specific domain.
The final position of each researcher in the ranking is determined by their D-index utilizing data primarily from OpenAlex and CrossRef, respected global platforms known for their breadth and reliability in bibliometric data indexing.
For comprehensive details on the methodology that governed the creation of this ranking, we encourage readers to visit our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Vision Behind the Ranking
Our overarching mission at Research.com is to motivate researchers, corporations, and policymakers worldwide to closely follow the trajectories of leading scientific experts. By providing a transparent and rigorously constructed ranking, we aim to facilitate greater recognition and awareness of top researchers across various fields, countries, and research institutions.
This initiative empowers the scientific community as a whole by offering reliable insights into who the foremost experts are in specialized areas such as Economics and Finance, fostering collaboration, informed decision-making, and enhanced visibility of impactful research worldwide.
