World's Best Scientists 2026 revealed!
Ralph L. Keeney

Ralph L. Keeney

D-Index & Metrics

Business and Management

D-Index
71
Citations
66186
World Ranking
277
National Ranking
127

Engineering and Technology

D-Index
63
Citations
43506
World Ranking
1709
National Ranking
547

Ralph L. Keeney publication distribution in Business and Management in 2026

The chart shows the distribution of publications by all Research.com ranked scientists in the field of Business and Management in 2026. The highlighted bar marks where Ralph L. Keeney sits on this spectrum.

35–39 publications: 2 scientists 40–44 publications: 2 scientists 45–49 publications: 5 scientists 50–54 publications: 20 scientists 55–59 publications: 39 scientists 60–64 publications: 66 scientists 65–69 publications: 52 scientists 70–74 publications: 80 scientists 75–79 publications: 83 scientists 80–84 publications: 115 scientists 85–89 publications: 94 scientists 90–94 publications: 111 scientists 95–99 publications: 122 scientists 100–104 publications: 104 scientists 105–109 publications: 113 scientists 110–114 publications: 96 scientists 115–119 publications: 97 scientists 120–124 publications: 112 scientists 125–129 publications: 93 scientists 130–134 publications: 79 scientists 135–139 publications: 69 scientists 140–144 publications: 80 scientists 145–149 publications: 81 scientists 150–154 publications: 85 scientists 155–159 publications: 50 scientists 160–164 publications: 74 scientists 165–169 publications: 61 scientists 170–174 publications: 40 scientists 175–179 publications: 44 scientists 180–184 publications: 47 scientists 185–189 publications: 59 scientists 190–194 publications: 35 scientists 195–199 publications: 37 scientists 200–204 publications: 49 scientists 205–209 publications: 48 scientists 210–214 publications: 34 scientists 215–219 publications: 31 scientists 220–224 publications: 37 scientists 225–229 publications: 34 scientists 230–234 publications: 25 scientists 235–239 publications: 28 scientists 240–244 publications: 34 scientists 245–249 publications: 28 scientists 250–254 publications: 23 scientists 255–259 publications: 22 scientists 260–264 publications: 11 scientists 265–269 publications: 16 scientists 270–274 publications: 23 scientists 275–279 publications: 12 scientists 280–284 publications: 16 scientists 285–289 publications: 10 scientists 290–294 publications: 12 scientists 295–299 publications: 12 scientists 300–304 publications: 8 scientists 305–309 publications: 13 scientists 310–314 publications: 13 scientists 315–319 publications: 6 scientists 320–324 publications: 10 scientists 325–329 publications: 9 scientists 330–334 publications: 7 scientists 335–339 publications: 10 scientists 340–344 publications: 10 scientists 345–349 publications: 7 scientists 350–354 publications: 4 scientists 355–359 publications: 10 scientists 360–364 publications: 3 scientists 365–369 publications: 7 scientists 370–374 publications: 2 scientists 375–379 publications: 8 scientists 380–384 publications: 4 scientists 385–389 publications: 5 scientists 390–394 publications: 5 scientists 395–399 publications: 2 scientists 400–404 publications: 2 scientists 405–409 publications: 4 scientists 410–414 publications: 3 scientists 415–419 publications: 2 scientists 420–424 publications: 5 scientists 425–429 publications: 3 scientists 430–434 publications: 1 scientists 435 publications: 1 scientists 436+ publications: 100 scientists
35 publications 436+

This scientist: 203 publications — 76th percentile

76% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 436 publications or more.

Ralph L. Keeney D-index placement in Business and Management in 2026

The chart shows the D-index (discipline H-index) distribution of Business and Management scientists ranked by Research.com in 2026. The highlighted bar marks where Ralph L. Keeney sits on this spectrum.

30 D-Index: 156 scientists 31 D-Index: 159 scientists 32 D-Index: 171 scientists 33 D-Index: 161 scientists 34 D-Index: 135 scientists 35 D-Index: 124 scientists 36 D-Index: 114 scientists 37 D-Index: 111 scientists 38 D-Index: 103 scientists 39 D-Index: 89 scientists 40 D-Index: 81 scientists 41 D-Index: 97 scientists 42 D-Index: 80 scientists 43 D-Index: 69 scientists 44 D-Index: 67 scientists 45 D-Index: 63 scientists 46 D-Index: 54 scientists 47 D-Index: 69 scientists 48 D-Index: 50 scientists 49 D-Index: 58 scientists 50 D-Index: 54 scientists 51 D-Index: 62 scientists 52 D-Index: 54 scientists 53 D-Index: 43 scientists 54 D-Index: 49 scientists 55 D-Index: 35 scientists 56 D-Index: 40 scientists 57 D-Index: 44 scientists 58 D-Index: 34 scientists 59 D-Index: 29 scientists 60 D-Index: 48 scientists 61 D-Index: 32 scientists 62 D-Index: 30 scientists 63 D-Index: 22 scientists 64 D-Index: 22 scientists 65 D-Index: 19 scientists 66 D-Index: 20 scientists 67 D-Index: 18 scientists 68 D-Index: 17 scientists 69 D-Index: 21 scientists 70 D-Index: 20 scientists 71 D-Index: 19 scientists 72 D-Index: 14 scientists 73 D-Index: 10 scientists 74 D-Index: 16 scientists 75 D-Index: 24 scientists 76 D-Index: 13 scientists 77 D-Index: 19 scientists 78 D-Index: 8 scientists 79 D-Index: 6 scientists 80 D-Index: 4 scientists 81 D-Index: 12 scientists 82 D-Index: 7 scientists 83 D-Index: 7 scientists 84 D-Index: 6 scientists 85 D-Index: 10 scientists 86 D-Index: 4 scientists 87 D-Index: 11 scientists 88 D-Index: 6 scientists 89+ D-Index: 96 scientists
30 D-Index 89+

This scientist: 71 D-Index — 91st percentile

91% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 89 D-Index or more.

Research.com Recognitions

  • 1995 - Member of the National Academy of Engineering For contributions to the theory and engineering practice of decision analysis as applied to complex public problems with conflicting objectives.
  • 1972 - Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)

Overview

Ralph L. Keeney is affiliated with Duke University in the United States and has contributed to multiple fields, particularly within sociology and political science, management science and operations research, artificial intelligence, safety, risk, reliability and quality, and astronomy and astrophysics.

The main topics of Keeney's research focus on risk perception and management, complex systems and decision making, disaster management and resilience, geochemistry and geologic mapping, technology assessment and management, and space exploration and regulation.

Keeney's recent papers include:

  • Give Yourself a Nudge to Make SMARTER BUSINESS DECISIONS, 2021, published in Management and business review.
  • Proactively Planning for Possible Future Crises, 2025, published in Decision Analysis.
  • Proactive Preparation for Crisis Decisions, 2022, published in SSRN Electronic Journal.

Other publications related to decision-making topics include articles authored by Johannes Siebert, showcasing close collaboration with Keeney.

Frequent co-authors appearing alongside Keeney are:

  • Robin Gregory
  • Paul Slovic
  • Johannes Siebert
  • Thomas I. Palley
  • Victor Richmond R. Jose

Keeney has published notably in venues such as WiSt - Wirtschaftswissenschaftliches Studium, SSRN Electronic Journal, Decision Analysis, Management and business review, and Cambridge University Press eBooks.

Among book publications, Keeney has a title with Cambridge University Press: Give Yourself a Nudge (2020).

Honors include being named a Member of the National Academy of Engineering in 1995 for contributions to decision analysis theory and practice, especially in complex public problems with conflicting objectives. Keeney was also recognized as a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) in 1972.

Best Publications

  • Decisions with Multiple Objectives: Preferences and Value Trade-Offs

    Ralph L. Keeney;Howard Raiffa

  • Decisions with Multiple Objectives: Preferences and Value Trade-Offs

    R. L. Keeney;H. Raiffa;David W. Rajala

  • Value-Focused Thinking: A Path to Creative Decisionmaking

    Ralph L. Keeney

  • Decisions with Multiple Objectives

    Ralph Keeney;Howard Raiffa

  • Decisions with multiple objectives: preferences and value tradeoffs

    Ralph L. Keeney;Howard Raiffa

  • Smart choices : a practical guide to making better decisions

    John S Hammond;Ralph L Keeney;Howard Raiffa

  • The Value of Internet Commerce to the Customer

    James R. Marsden;Y. Alex Tung;Ralph L. Keeney

  • Decision analysis: an overview.

    Ralph L. Keeney

  • The hidden traps in decision making.

    J S Hammond;R L Keeney;H Raiffa

  • Improving Risk Communication

    Ralph L. Keeney;Detlof von Winterfeldt

  • Value-focused thinking: Identifying decision opportunities and creating alternatives

    Ralph L. Keeney

  • Multiplicative Utility Functions

    Ralph L. Keeney

  • Creating policy alternatives using stakeholder values

    Robin Gregory;Ralph L. Keeney

  • Selecting Attributes to Measure the Achievement of Objectives

    Ralph L. Keeney;Robin S. Gregory

  • Siting energy facilities

    Ralph L. Keeney

  • A market share theorem

    David E. Bell;Ralph L. Keeney;John D. C. Little

  • Eliciting probabilities from experts in complex technical problems

    R.L. Keeney;D. von Winterfeldt

  • Group Decision Making Using Cardinal Social Welfare Functions

    Ralph L. Keeney;Craig W. Kirkwood

  • Common Mistakes in Making Value Trade-Offs

    Ralph L. Keeney

  • A Group Preference Axiomatization with Cardinal Utility

    Ralph L. Keeney

Frequent Co-Authors

Detlof von Winterfeldt
Detlof von Winterfeldt University of Southern California
Robin Gregory
Robin Gregory University of British Columbia
Timothy L. McDaniels
Timothy L. McDaniels University of British Columbia
Peter C. Fishburn
Peter C. Fishburn AT&T (United States)
Robert L. Winkler
Robert L. Winkler Duke University
Howard Kunreuther
Howard Kunreuther University of Pennsylvania
Ortwin Renn
Ortwin Renn University of Stuttgart
Gary L. Lilien
Gary L. Lilien Pennsylvania State University
Richard P. Larrick
Richard P. Larrick Duke University
Chris Janiszewski
Chris Janiszewski University of Florida

If you think any of the details on this page are incorrect, let us know.

Report an issue

We appreciate your kind effort to assist us to improve this page, it would be helpful providing us with as much detail as possible in the text box below:

Related Online Degrees & Career Pathways

Exploring online education in Business and Management opens a world of flexible, diverse opportunities. Many students look for affordable masters degrees to balance cost and quality—essential for those funding their own education or seeking to avoid heavy student debt.

For those interested in analytics, an online data science degree is a strategic option, combining business insight with technical skills that are highly valued in today’s job market.

Leadership roles often require advanced qualifications. Pursuing an organizational leadership phd can help advance careers in executive management, consulting, or academia.

No matter your chosen path, selecting from the accredited online universities ensures your degree is recognized and respected—crucial for long-term career progression.

By considering these online degree pathways, students can find an option that best aligns with both their career aspirations and personal circumstances.

Best Scientists Citing Ralph L. Keeney

Trending Scientists

Recently Published Articles