Data Sources and Bibliometric Metrics
The 5th edition of the Research.com Best Economics and Finance Scientists in Sweden Ranking is primarily based on comprehensive bibliometric data sourced from OpenAlex and CrossRef, supplemented by multiple other reputable databases. These sources provide an extensive collection of publication and citation records from across the global scientific community. The bibliometric data used to devise the citation-based metrics for this ranking were collected on January 12, 2026.
A scientist's position within the ranking is determined by their Discipline H-index (D-index), a refined metric that incorporates only publications and citation counts pertinent to the specific discipline under examination—in this case, Economics and Finance. This ensures the ranking reflects domain-specific research impact rather than generalized metrics across multiple fields.
Scope of Research and Qualification Criteria
The ranking evaluation began with 279,971 scientist profiles aggregated from diverse bibliometric sources spanning all academic disciplines. Within the field of Economics and Finance specifically, a total of 42 scientists were closely examined. To qualify for inclusion in the Economics and Finance ranking, a scientist was required to meet several criteria:
- A minimum D-index of 30 in the field of Economics and Finance.
- A majority of their tier publications had to be categorized within Economics and Finance.
- Consideration of awards and notable achievements within the field.
The threshold for the D-index is adjusted in increments of 10 relative to the estimated total number of scholars in each discipline, guaranteeing the top 1% of leading researchers per field are incorporated into the ranking. Additionally, to ensure consistency and relevance, the proximity between a scientist’s general H-index and their D-index is maintained at 30% or less.
Verification Practices
Understanding the inherent limitations of raw bibliometric data as an absolute measure of scholarly output, the Research.com team has implemented rigorous manual verification steps. All scientist profiles included in the ranking have been thoroughly cross-verified against publication records in a broad array of reliable, authoritative sources. This manual inspection ensures the accuracy and integrity of the profiles presented.
While the ranking itself is established solely on the D-index derived from OpenAlex and CrossRef data—currently the most prominent and trusted bibliometric databases available to the research community—the number of papers published in leading journals and high-impact conference proceedings serves as a valuable secondary signal of a scientist’s contribution and standing within their field.
For complete transparency and further details on the ranking methodology, we invite readers to consult our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission
The creation of the Best Economics and Finance Scientists in Sweden Ranking aligns closely with Research.com’s broader mission: to motivate researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers worldwide to closely examine the trajectory of leading scientific expertise. By illuminating who the foremost experts are within specific disciplines, countries, and research institutions, the ranking fosters greater visibility and collaboration opportunities across the scientific community. This initiative not only recognizes excellence but also serves as a critical resource for informed decision-making in academia, industry, and government.
