The ranking methodology evaluates institutions based on the aggregate D-index (Discipline H-index) of all ranked scholars affiliated with each institution, specifically those whose main publication area is Genetics. The D-index exclusively reflects publication and citation data pertaining to the Genetics discipline, ensuring that only pertinent academic contributions are considered.
Scope of Research and Eligibility Criteria
A comprehensive scope underpins this ranking, in which 279,971 scientist profiles identified from a variety of bibliometric data sources were examined. Specifically, 7,415 scientists specializing in Genetics were analyzed. To ensure the credibility and relevance of the results, the qualifying D-index threshold for each scientist was set at 40, and the majority of their top-tier publications had to be in Genetics. Additionally, the scientists’ awards and achievements within the Genetics field were taken into account.
Further, the D-index threshold for inclusion among top researchers is dynamically set in increments of 10, depending on the estimated total number of scholars per discipline. This tiering methodology guarantees representation of the top 1% of leading scholars in the list. An additional quality filter ensures a proximity of 30% or less between each scientist’s general H-index and their discipline-specific D-index. Notably, significant awards and field-specific achievements were integral to the evaluation.
Verification and Data Validation Practices
Recognizing the inherent limitations of relying solely on raw bibliometric data, the Research.com team undertook rigorous manual verification of all scientist profiles considered in the ranking. Each profile was cross-validated against publications indexed in an array of authoritative sources. While not directly factored into the ranking, the number of papers published in highly prominent journals and conference proceedings serves as a valuable secondary indicator of a scientist's impact and contribution to Genetics research.
The definitive positions in the ranking are established using each researcher’s H-index, as aggregated from OpenAlex and CrossRef—the most prominent and widely respected bibliometric databases available to the global research community. Readers seeking deeper insights into the comprehensive methodology behind this ranking are encouraged to consult our methodology page.
Research.com’s Mission and Agenda
The objective behind the creation of the Research.com university ranking is to inspire scientists, business leaders, and policymakers globally to observe and understand the trajectories of top experts. This ranking serves as an authoritative resource for the entire research community, offering transparency regarding leading scholars across scientific disciplines, countries, and individual research institutions. In this way, the ranking fosters connections and encourages the pursuit of excellence in scholarly research.
Key Results of the 4th Edition Ranking
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Top 3 institutions with the highest number of leading Genetics scientists in the Russian Federation:
- Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (2 scientists)
- St Petersburg University (1 scientist)
- Sechenov University (1 scientist)
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Representation of the world's leading Genetics scholars in the ranking includes experts from:
- Johns Hopkins University
- King's College London
- Erasmus University Rotterdam
- Queen Mary University of London
- University of Oxford
- Harvard University
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
- Baylor College of Medicine
- University of Michigan–Ann Arbor
- Stanford University
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Top 3 Genetics scholars in the world (by D-index):
- Professor Eric S. Lander (Broad Institute) – D-index: 332
- Bert Vogelstein (Johns Hopkins University) – D-index: 287
- Kari Stefansson (deCODE Genetics, Iceland) – D-index: 258
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Average metrics for leading universities and scholars:
- The average total D-index for the top 5% universities is 3059, compared to an average of 449 for all 520 institutions included in the ranking.
- The average number of published articles in Genetics by scientists affiliated with the top 5% of universities is 9,462, in contrast to an average of 1,491 for all 520 universities.
- The average number of citations of researchers affiliated with the top 1% of universities is 3,279,971 versus an average of 279,971 for all 520 universities.
The 4th edition of the Research.com Best Genetics Universities in Russian Federation Ranking reflects an exceptional commitment to rigor and transparency. This trusted resource is designed to inform and empower academic institutions, scientists, and research policymakers, highlighting excellence within the Genetics research community.
