A scientist’s position in the ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a refined metric that counts only publications and citations strictly within the discipline under examination. This disciplinary focus ensures that the evaluation is both relevant and specialized, highlighting research excellence specific to Plant Science and Agronomy.
Scope of Research and Selection Criteria
The ranking is based on an extensive review of 279,971 scientist profiles aggregated from diverse bibliometric data sources spanning all academic disciplines. Within this broad scope, 18 scientists specializing in Plant Science and Agronomy in Turkey were specifically identified and assessed.
To qualify for inclusion in the list, researchers had to meet rigorous criteria: a minimum D-index of 30 and a majority of their tier publications anchored in the Plant Science and Agronomy fields. Additionally, accomplishments such as awards and notable achievements within this scientific domain were also factored into the selection process.
The D-index threshold is dynamically adjusted based on the estimated total number of scholars in each discipline, incremented in steps of 10 to maintain proportional representation. This adaptive approach guarantees that the ranking consistently incorporates the top 1% of leading scholars by discipline size. Furthermore, to ensure disciplinary specificity, a scientist’s D-index must not deviate from their overall H-index by more than 30%, thereby underscoring their concentrated impact within Plant Science and Agronomy.
Verification and Methodological Rigor
The Research.com team recognizes that raw bibliometric data alone cannot capture the multifaceted contributions of researchers. Accordingly, every scientist profile included in the ranking undergoes meticulous manual verification and cross-correlation with publications in a diverse array of trusted and reputable sources. This rigorous validation process enhances the reliability and credibility of the ranking.
While factors such as the quantity of papers published in leading journals and prominent conference proceedings do not influence the position within the Research.com ranking directly, they serve as important secondary indicators of a scientist’s scholarly contribution and reputation within their specific research area.
The final ranking positions are anchored on each researcher’s D-index, measured using bibliometric data drawn predominantly from OpenAlex and CrossRef. These databases are acknowledged as the most prominent and comprehensive within the global research community for citation and publication analysis.
For a detailed understanding of the methodologies and criteria employed in this ranking, readers are encouraged to visit our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Vision
At Research.com, our mission is to inspire and empower researchers, academic institutions, industry leaders, and policymakers worldwide to identify and follow the trajectories of leading experts. By providing transparent, data-driven insights into who the leading scientists are in specific areas of study—at the national, institutional, and disciplinary levels—we facilitate strategic decision-making and foster stronger connections within the scientific ecosystem.
This ranking, as with all Research.com initiatives, embodies careful and meticulous scholarship to ensure that it serves as a trusted resource for the global research community, supporting recognition, collaboration, and the advancement of science.
