Data Sources and Citation Metrics
The 5th edition of the Research.com Best Economics and Finance Scientists in Romania Ranking is primarily based on bibliometric data sourced from OpenAlex and CrossRef, among several other reputable data repositories. These databases are globally recognized in the academic community for their comprehensive and up-to-date indexing of scholarly publications and citations. The citation-based metrics used for constructing the ranking were collected on January 12, 2026, ensuring the inclusion of the most current research output and impact indicators.
A scientist's position within this ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a refined metric designed to evaluate scholarly impact strictly within a specified discipline. The D-index is calculated exclusively from papers and citations attributable to the examined field, providing a precise measure of a researcher’s influence in Economics and Finance.
Scope of Research and Qualification Criteria
The ranking process involved the examination of 279,971 scientist profiles identified across a broad spectrum of bibliometric data sources, representing a multitude of academic disciplines. Specifically, for the Economics and Finance category, 3,000 scientists were evaluated based on their publication and citation records related to this discipline.
To qualify for inclusion in the ranking, a scientist was required to meet the following conditions:
- Possess a D-index of at least 30, with the threshold set in increments of 10 relative to the estimated total number of active scholars within each discipline.
- Have the majority of their tier publications concentrated in the area of Economics and Finance.
- Demonstrate notable awards and achievements pertinent to Economics and Finance.
- Maintain a proximity of 30% or less difference between their general H-index and their D-index, ensuring consistency between their overall scholarly impact and discipline-specific contributions.
This structured approach guarantees that the ranking integrates the top 1% of leading researchers in the discipline, presenting a rigorously curated list of top experts.
Verification and Methodological Considerations
The team responsible for the Research.com rankings acknowledges the inherent limitations of raw bibliometric data as an absolute measure of academic performance. Therefore, all scientist profiles featured in the ranking underwent meticulous manual verification procedures. Each profile was cross-correlated against publications and records from a wide array of trustworthy and authoritative sources to ensure accuracy and integrity.
While not directly influencing the placement within the ranking, the volume of publications in prestigious journals and conference proceedings is considered a valuable secondary signal that underscores a scientist’s contribution to Economics and Finance research.
The final positioning of researchers is derived from their D-index values, calculated based on data acquired from OpenAlex and CrossRef — the most prominent, well-established bibliometric databases accessible to the research community. For a thorough understanding of the methodology applied, interested readers are invited to visit our methodology page.
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