Data Sources and Ranking Methodology
The 4th edition of the Research.com Best Rising Stars of Science in Poland Ranking was created based on comprehensive bibliometric data sourced primarily from OpenAlex and CrossRef, in addition to a multitude of other reputable data sources. The ranking exclusively considered scientists whose first publication appeared no more than 12 years ago, thus focusing on emerging talent in the scientific community. To ensure up-to-date and reliable evaluation, all bibliometric data utilized to devise the citation-based metrics for this ranking were collected as of 2024-11-27. The fundamental metric determining a researcher's position in the ranking is the H-index, which reflects both the productivity and citation impact of a scientist’s published work.
Scope of Research and Selection Criteria
This ranking is built upon an extensive analysis of 279,971 scientist profiles identified from a variety of bibliometric data sources, spanning all major scientific disciplines. The qualifying H-index threshold for each researcher was established individually for every field of study, with typical values set at 30 or 40, to account for disciplinary differences in publication and citation practices. Beyond quantitative metrics, scientists’ awards and achievements within their respective areas of study were also considered during the evaluation process. Ultimately, only the top 1,000 scientists with the highest H-index were selected to be featured in this edition of the ranking.
Verification and Quality Assurance Practices
The creators of this ranking recognize that raw bibliometric data should not be treated as the sole or absolute measure of a scholar’s impact. Accordingly, every scientist profile included in the ranking underwent thorough manual verification and cross-correlation against publications indexed by a diverse range of trustworthy and widely recognized sources. While the number of articles published in leading journals and conference proceedings does not directly affect a researcher’s ranking position, it is acknowledged as an important supplementary indicator of a scientist’s contributions to research in their respective field.
The H-index value for each scientist, as determined using information compiled from OpenAlex and CrossRef, formed the principal criterion for their inclusion and ranking. Both OpenAlex and CrossRef are acclaimed bibliometric databases, widely regarded as benchmarks within the global research community. For a comprehensive overview of the methodology adopted in creating this ranking, we invite you to consult our methodology page.
Research.com’s Agenda and Purpose
The team at Research.com is committed to the principle that all researchers, regardless of academic tenure, deserve equal recognition and opportunities for their scientific achievements. Our intention in developing this ranking is to shine a spotlight on emerging scholars, to inspire their peers, encourage those contemplating a research career, and to inform decision-makers across the globe. By sharing the achievements of researchers in the early stages of their careers, we hope to foster greater opportunity and fairness within the academic and scientific communities.
