A researcher’s position in the ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a refined metric that exclusively considers papers and citation counts relevant to the examined discipline—in this case, Electronics and Electrical Engineering. This targeted approach ensures that the ranking reflects meaningful impact within the specific field rather than general research activity.
Scope of Research Considered
In constructing the ranking, a total of 279,971 scientist profiles were identified and reviewed across all academic disciplines through various bibliometric sources. Of these, 3 researchers were specifically examined within the Electronics and Electrical Engineering discipline.
To qualify for inclusion in the ranking, a scientist must have a D-index of at least 30 and demonstrate that a majority of their tier publications are situated within Electronics and Electrical Engineering. Additionally, notable awards and professional achievements in the field were factored into the assessment process.
The D-index threshold for eligibility is dynamically adjusted by increments of 10 based on the estimated total number of scholars in each discipline. This adaptive thresholding guarantees the inclusion of the top 1% of leading experts within the list while maintaining disciplinary rigor. Furthermore, to ensure disciplinary relevance, candidates must have a general H-index and D-index proximity of 30% or less, preserving a strong correlation between overall impact and specific disciplinary contributions.
Verification and Methodological Rigor
The Research.com team recognizes that raw bibliometric data alone cannot fully capture the nuanced contributions of scholars. In light of this, all scientist profiles included in the ranking were subject to meticulous manual verification and cross-correlation against publications indexed in a broad array of trusted sources.
While the number of papers published in prominent journals and conference proceedings is not a direct factor influencing the ranking positions, it serves as a valuable secondary indicator of a scientist’s research contribution within Electronics and Electrical Engineering.
The final ranking positions are established using each researcher’s D-index derived from data gathered from OpenAlex and CrossRef, ensuring transparency and alignment with the most authoritative bibliometric databases available. For detailed information regarding the comprehensive methodology supporting this ranking, readers are encouraged to visit our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Purpose
The overarching mission of Research.com in producing this ranking is to motivate researchers, industry leaders, policymakers, and academic stakeholders worldwide to explore the trajectories of outstanding experts in Electronics and Electrical Engineering. By providing a transparent, data-driven way to identify leading scientists across countries and institutions, we aim to facilitate collaboration, informed decision-making, and recognition within the scientific community.
This ranking represents the culmination of careful, rigorous, and transparent effort designed to build trust and credibility while highlighting those scientists who are driving innovation and excellence in Electronics and Electrical Engineering in Jordan.
