A researcher’s position within this ranking is determined by their D-index (Discipline H-index), a metric that exclusively considers papers and citation counts within the researcher’s relevant discipline — in this case, Political Science. The use of the D-index allows for a focused and discipline-specific assessment of scholarly impact.
Scope of Research and Eligibility Criteria
This ranking examines a total of 279,971 scientist profiles identified from diverse bibliometric sources spanning all academic disciplines. Specifically, 20 scientists specializing in Political Science in Israel were evaluated for inclusion.
To qualify for the Political Science ranking, candidates must have a D-index of at least 20, ensuring recognition of substantial scholarly influence within the discipline. Furthermore, a majority of the scientist’s tier publications must be within the field of Political Science, thereby reinforcing the disciplinary relevance of their work. Additional consideration is given to scientists' awards and achievements within Political Science.
The threshold for the D-index is calibrated in increments of 10, adjusted to the estimated total number of scholars in each discipline. This approach guarantees inclusion of the top 1% of leading experts while accommodating discipline-specific variations in scale. Additionally, a proximity criterion requires that the difference between a scientist’s general H-index and their D-index remains within 30%, ensuring consistency between their overall impact and discipline-specific contribution.
Verification and Quality Assurance
The Research.com team recognizes that raw bibliometric data alone should not be regarded as an absolute measure of scholarly output. In response, all scientist profiles included in this ranking underwent meticulous manual verification and cross-referencing against publications listed in a wide array of trusted sources.
While the number of papers published in prestigious journals and prominent conference proceedings is not a direct factor influencing a scientist’s rank, such metrics are acknowledged as valuable secondary indicators of scholarly contribution within a specific research area.
The ranking positions are assigned based on each researcher’s D-index derived from information aggregated primarily from OpenAlex and CrossRef, which remain among the most authoritative and well-established bibliometric databases accessible to the research community.
For a detailed exposition of the methodology employed in constructing the ranking, we encourage readers to visit our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Vision
The creation of this ranking aligns with Research.com’s overarching mission: to motivate researchers, companies, and policymakers around the world to explore emerging trends by identifying where leading experts are focused. Our goal is to provide the global scientific community with transparent and accessible insights into who the foremost authorities are within specific fields of study, across different countries, and within research institutions.
By delivering a trustworthy, rigorously vetted resource, we strive to foster collaboration, support informed decision-making, and elevate the visibility of outstanding scientific contributions worldwide.
