Each institution’s position in the ranking is determined by the aggregated D-indexes (Discipline H-indexes) of all affiliated scholars whose primary area of publication is Engineering and Technology. The D-index uniquely focuses on publications and citations within the examined discipline, ensuring field-specific relevance and accuracy in evaluating institutional research strength.
Scope of Research and Evaluation Criteria
The ranking is based on a thorough examination of 279,971 scientist profiles sourced from a multitude of bibliometric databases. Of these, 50,429 scientists specifically engaged in Engineering and Technology were rigorously analyzed. Each scientist considered for the ranking needed a minimum D-index threshold of 30, and the majority of their leading publications had to be in the Engineering and Technology domain.
Beyond bibliometric indicators, scientists’ awards and achievements within Engineering and Technology were factored into their evaluation. The threshold for D-index qualifying top researchers increases by increments of 10, depending on the overall number of scholars per discipline. This incremental approach guarantees that the top 1% of leading scholars in each field are incorporated into the list. Additionally, to ensure discipline specificity, each scientist’s D-index to general H-index proximity must be 30% or less. This ensures that recognized experts have a distinguished impact within the targeted discipline. Awards and other field-specific recognitions also contribute to a comprehensive assessment of each researcher’s standing.
Verification Practices and Quality Assurance
Research.com recognizes that raw quantitative data, while invaluable, is never an exclusive or absolute measure for assessing scholarly output. To uphold the integrity and accuracy of the ranking, all scientist profiles underwent manual verification and cross-correlation with publications in a wide array of trustworthy sources.
Although publication count in prominent journals and conference proceedings does not directly influence a researcher’s position in our ranking, it is acknowledged as a valuable secondary signal of scholarly contribution.
Institutional rankings are established using the H-index of each researcher, derived from the most current and authoritative information available in OpenAlex and CrossRef. These databases represent the standard in bibliometric data provision to the global research community. For a comprehensive overview of our methodology and further details, please consult our methodology page.
Research.com Agenda and Mission
Research.com’s mission is to empower the global academic, industrial, and policy-making community by highlighting where leading experts are positioned and by mapping the trajectory of cutting-edge research. Our aim is to motivate scientists, business leaders, and policymakers worldwide to observe and engage with top experts, discover institutional strengths, and support the growth of vibrant, evidence-based research environments. By providing clear, data-driven insights into the standing of experts and institutions across disciplines and regions, we strive to facilitate informed collaboration and advancement in Science and Technology.
Summary of Key Results in the 2024 Ranking
- Top 3 institutions in Chile based on the number of leading scientists in Engineering and Technology:
- University of Chile (4 scientists)
- Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile (1 scientist)
- Pontificial Catholic University of Valparaiso (1 scientist)
- International representation of most prominent scholars in Engineering and Technology:
- Rice University
- Pennsylvania State University
- University College Dublin
- HEC Montréal
- Quaid-i-Azam University
- Northwestern University
- Stanford University
- Carnegie Mellon University
- Penn State Harrisburg
- The University of Texas at Arlington
- Top scientists worldwide in Engineering and Technology:
- Professor Frederick E. Shelton (Johnson & Johnson, United States) – D-index: 257
- Menachem Elimelech (Rice University) – D-index: 200
- Bruce E. Logan (Pennsylvania State University) – D-index: 163
- Quantitative highlights:
- Average total D-index for the top 5% universities: 2073
- Average total D-index for all 1290 ranked institutions: 305
- Average number of published articles in Engineering and Technology for top 5% scholars: 10,087
- Average number of published articles for all 1290 universities: 1,480
- Average number of citations for researchers at the top 1% universities: 1,279,971
- Average number of citations for researchers at all 1290 universities: 71,259
This ranking is a result of a comprehensive, careful, and transparent process. It aims to provide valuable insights for scholars, institutional leaders, and the wider research community, supporting the continued advancement and recognition of excellence in Engineering and Technology both in Chile and globally.
