Data Sources and Ranking Metrics
The 5th edition of the Research.com Best Economics and Finance Scientists in Tunisia Ranking is primarily based on comprehensive bibliometric data aggregated from multiple reputable sources, including OpenAlex and CrossRef, alongside various other data providers within the research ecosystem. The citation-based metrics foundational to this ranking were collected on January 12, 2026, ensuring that the dataset reflects the most current and robust information available at the time of analysis.
A scientist’s position in the ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a refined metric that accounts exclusively for publications and citation counts within the specific domain of Economics and Finance. This discipline-focused approach allows the ranking to accurately reflect a researcher’s impact and contribution in their field of expertise, rather than their overall academic footprint.
Scope of Research and Qualification Criteria
The ranking is grounded in an extensive evaluation of 279,971 scientist profiles collated across all academic disciplines from diverse bibliometric databases. Within this wide-ranging examination, 1,451 scientists specializing in Economics and Finance were identified and analyzed for inclusion in this specialized ranking.
To qualify for the list, a researcher’s D-index must be at least 30, and a majority of their tier-tier publications must pertain directly to Economics and Finance. Additionally, significant awards and professional achievements within the discipline were considered during the evaluation process. The threshold for the D-index is dynamically adjusted in increments of 10 relative to the estimated population of scholars within each discipline, with the explicit goal of encompassing the top 1% of leading experts.
Furthermore, to maintain the relevance and coherence of the discipline-specific metric, profiles included in the ranking exhibit a proximity of 30% or less between their general H-index and their D-index. This ensures that the scholars listed have a predominant and measurable focus on Economics and Finance research.
Verification and Methodological Rigor
The Research.com team is acutely aware that raw bibliometric data alone cannot serve as an absolute measure of a scholar’s output or impact. Accordingly, all scientist profiles featured in the ranking underwent a thorough manual verification process. Data was cross-correlated against a broad array of credible publications and authoritative sources to confirm accuracy and integrity.
While not directly influencing ranking placement, the number of papers published in prominent journals and key conference proceedings constitutes an important secondary indicator of a researcher’s substantive contribution within Economics and Finance. The core ranking placement remains rigorously driven by the D-index, calculated from meticulously gathered data via OpenAlex and CrossRef — two of the most authoritative and widely trusted bibliometric databases accessible to the global research community.
We encourage interested readers to explore detailed information about our data collection and analytic procedures on our methodology page.
The Research.com Mission
Our overarching mission is to inspire researchers, academic institutions, companies, and policymakers around the world to closely track and understand the trajectories of leading experts in their fields. By providing a transparent, evidence-based ranking that identifies top scientists in specific disciplines—across countries and within research institutions—we aim to foster a global scientific community that is better informed and more connected.
Through these efforts, Research.com strives to enhance collaboration, highlight excellence in research, and support the ongoing advancement of knowledge across Economics and Finance, and beyond.
