An institution’s position in the ranking is determined by the aggregate D-indexes (Discipline H-index) of all ranking scholars affiliated with it, whose principal publication area lies within Neuroscience. The D-index strictly encompasses publications and citation data limited to the specified discipline, providing a focused and relevant assessment of scientific contribution in Neuroscience.
Scope of Research and Inclusion Criteria
The ranking draws upon an extensive analysis of 279,971 scientist profiles identified from multiple bibliometric data sources, with a dedicated focus on 30,400 Neuroscience researchers. To ensure the relevance and prominence of scholars included, each considered scientist has met a minimum D-index threshold of 30, with the majority of their high-tier publications attributed to Neuroscience. Furthermore, a scientist's awards and significant achievements within the field were also considered in evaluating their contribution.
The threshold for recognizing top researchers is dynamically set, with increments of 10 depending on the total number of active scholars in each discipline. This approach guarantees that the top 1% of leading researchers are featured. Additional validity checks include maintaining a proximity of 30% or less between a scientist’s general H-index and their D-index, further ensuring discipline-specific impact. Awards and achievements serve as additional criteria, elevating those with distinguished reputations in Neuroscience.
Verification and Evaluation Practices
Recognizing the inherent limitations of raw data in evaluating scholarly output, the Research.com team has implemented a thorough manual verification process for all scientist profiles. This included cross-referencing publication records across a wide spectrum of authoritative sources, enhancing both the credibility and reliability of the final compilation.
While the number of papers published in leading journals and conference proceedings does not directly affect a researcher's position in the Research.com ranking, it is acknowledged as a valuable secondary indicator of a scientist’s impact within their field. The primary ranking metric remains the H-index (as discipline-specific D-index), calculated from data rigorously collected from OpenAlex and CrossRef—two of the most renowned and trusted bibliometric databases available to the research community.
For a comprehensive understanding of our evaluation practices and methodologies, please refer to our methodology page.
Research.com Mission and Agenda
Research.com is committed to inspiring scientists, business leaders, and policymakers around the globe to identify and learn from leading experts driving innovation and knowledge in various disciplines. Our ranking system aims to provide the wider research community with transparent insights into top performers in distinct academic fields, at national and institutional levels. By highlighting outstanding scholars and institutions, our goal is to foster informed collaborations, guide aspiring researchers, and influence future academic and policy directions.
Key Findings and Results of the 4th Edition Ranking
- Top Institutions in Thailand for Neuroscience:
- Chiang Mai University (1 scientist)
- Mahidol University (1 scientist)
- Global Representation: The most prominent Neuroscience scholars in the world hail from esteemed institutions such as:
- University of Pennsylvania
- University College London
- University of Cambridge
- Rockefeller University
- Washington University in St. Louis
- Columbia University
- University of Gothenburg
- McGill University
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Leading Global Neuroscience Scientists:
- Professor Solomon H. Snyder (Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine) – D-index: 283 (Top ranked in the world)
- John Q. Trojanowski (University of Pennsylvania) – D-index: 281 (Ranked #2 globally)
- Karl J. Friston (University College London) – D-index: 275 (Ranked #3 globally)
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Statistical Highlights:
- The average total D-index for the top 5% universities: 4,336
- Average D-index for all 787 included universities: 569
- Average number of published Neuroscience articles (top 5% universities): 14,668
- Average number of published articles for all universities: 2,043
- Average number of citations for researchers (top 1% universities): 2,279,971
- Average number of citations for all universities: 279,971
This ranking underscores the exceptional achievements of both individual scholars and leading institutions, serving as a vital reference for anyone interested in understanding the landscape of Neuroscience research in Thailand and worldwide.
