Data Sources and Citation Metrics
The 5th edition of the Research.com Best Engineering and Technology Scientists in Macedonia Ranking is primarily based on comprehensive bibliometric data collected from leading databases including OpenAlex and CrossRef, supplemented by multiple other reputable data sources. The citation-based metrics used to establish the ranking positions were compiled on January 12, 2026, ensuring the most current and robust dataset available. Central to the ranking methodology is the D-index (Discipline H-index), a metric that evaluates researchers based solely on papers and citations within the specific discipline under consideration, in this case, Engineering and Technology.
Scope of Research and Qualification Criteria
A total of 279,971 scientist profiles were initially identified and examined across all disciplines, including 1,452 researchers specifically categorized within Engineering and Technology. To qualify for inclusion in this ranking, a scientist’s D-index needed to be at least 30. Furthermore, the majority of their tier publications had to be concentrated within the Engineering and Technology discipline. In addition to quantitative metrics, awards and recognized achievements within the field were factored into the evaluation process.
The D-index threshold for eligibility is calibrated in increments of 10, based on the estimated total population of scholars in each discipline. This approach ensures that the top 1% of leading researchers are consistently represented in the list. To maintain disciplinary relevance, a proximity standard requires the difference between a scientist’s overall H-index and their discipline-specific D-index to be 30% or less.
Verification and Validation Practices
Recognizing the limitations of raw bibliometric data as an absolute measure of scholarly output, the researchers behind this ranking undertook a rigorous manual verification of all scientist profiles. This process included cross-referencing publication records against a wide range of trustworthy sources to confirm accuracy and relevance. Although not directly influencing ranking position, the number of papers published in prominent journals and conference proceedings has been considered as a valuable secondary indicator of a scientist’s contribution within the discipline.
Ranking positions are firmly established using each researcher’s D-index, sourced from OpenAlex and CrossRef, which remain the most authoritative and widely recognized bibliometric platforms available to the research community today. For a comprehensive understanding of the full methodology, please visit our methodology page.
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