Scope of Research and Selection Criteria
The ranking evaluates an extensive pool of 279,971 scientist profiles identified across a wide range of bibliometric databases covering all scientific disciplines. Within this context, 1,000 scientists specializing in Economics and Finance were carefully examined. To qualify for inclusion in the Economics and Finance ranking, a scientist must have a minimum D-index of 30, ensuring that only researchers with demonstrated impactful contributions are considered.
Moreover, a qualifying scientist’s portfolio must contain a majority of tier publications specifically in Economics and Finance, ensuring domain relevance and rigor. Awards and notable achievements in the field further informed the selection process as additional qualitative indicators of research excellence.
The D-index thresholds are dynamically calibrated in increments of 10 based on the estimated total number of scholars in each discipline, while guaranteeing that the ranking reliably captures the top 1% of leading scholars in the field. Additionally, the difference between a scientist’s overall H-index and their discipline-specific D-index must not exceed 30%, maintaining consistency between general and specialized research impact.
Verification and Validation Procedures
Recognizing that raw bibliometric data alone cannot serve as an absolute measure of scholarly contributions, the Research.com team employed meticulous manual verification and cross-correlation of scientist profiles against a broad spectrum of reputable sources. This careful validation process enhances the credibility and accuracy of the ranking.
While not directly influencing the ranking position, the number of papers published in high-impact journals and principal conference proceedings was also considered a valuable secondary signal indicative of a researcher’s contribution and prominence within the Economics and Finance community.
The primary ranking metric, the D-index, is derived from data rigorously compiled from OpenAlex and CrossRef, two of the most prominent and widely respected bibliometric databases available to the global research community.
For further details on the comprehensive methodology employed, readers are encouraged to visit our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Vision
At Research.com, our mission is to empower researchers, academic institutions, policymakers, and industry stakeholders worldwide by providing clear insights into the trajectories of leading experts. Through rankings such as this, we aim to foster greater awareness of who the foremost specialists are within specific fields, geographic regions, and research environments.
By highlighting excellence in Economics and Finance research within Qatar, this ranking not only recognizes outstanding scholarly achievements but also encourages collaboration, informed decision-making, and strategic development within the broader scientific community.
