A scientist’s position in the ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a refined metric that accounts exclusively for papers and citations within the specific discipline under examination—in this case, Economics and Finance. By focusing on the D-index, the ranking accurately reflects a researcher’s influence within their particular field rather than across disciplines indiscriminately.
Scope of Research and Eligibility Criteria
This edition analyzed a total of 279,971 scientist profiles drawn from a variety of bibliometric data sources across all scientific disciplines. Specifically, 13 scientists were identified and evaluated within the domain of Economics and Finance. To qualify for inclusion in the ranking, researchers were required to meet a minimum D-index threshold of 30, ensuring that only scholars with significant disciplinary impact were considered.
Moreover, to be eligible, the majority of a scientist’s tier publications needed to belong to the field of Economics and Finance, underscoring the disciplinary focus of the ranking. Additionally, a scholar’s awards and achievements related to Economics and Finance were factored into consideration.
The threshold for the D-index is dynamically set in increments of 10 based on the estimated total number of researchers in each discipline, while ensuring the inclusion of the top 1% of leading experts. To maintain consistency and integrity in assessing discipline-specific impact, a proximity margin of 30% or less between a scientist’s general H-index and their D-index was applied.
Verification Practices and Ranking Methodology
Understanding that raw bibliometric data alone cannot serve as an absolute measure of a scholar’s output, the Research.com team conducted meticulous manual verification of all scientist profiles. This process included extensive cross-correlation against publications verified through an array of trustworthy academic sources, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of individual profiles.
While the number of publications in prominent journals and conference proceedings does not directly influence the ranking position, it constitutes an important secondary signal illustrating a scientist’s contribution to research within Economics and Finance.
The ranking is ultimately established based on each researcher’s D-index, calculated using data sourced from OpenAlex and CrossRef—two of the most prominent and widely recognized bibliometric databases accessible to the global research community.
For a detailed exposition of the methodology and processes behind the ranking, readers are encouraged to consult our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Vision
Research.com is committed to fostering a deeper understanding of the evolving landscape of scientific excellence. Our mission with this ranking is to motivate researchers, academic institutions, policymakers, and companies worldwide to explore the trajectories of leading experts in diverse fields. By providing clear visibility into who the foremost scientists are in specific domains, countries, and institutions, we aim to empower the entire scientific community with knowledge that promotes collaboration, innovation, and informed decision-making.
The creation of this ranking reflects our dedication to meticulous data collection, rigorous verification, and transparent methodology—pillars upon which our credibility rests and against which our work is continuously benchmarked.
