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Journals in Social sciences

The Social Sciences collection forms a definitive resource for those entering, researching, or teaching in any of the many disciplines making up this interdisciplinary area of study. Written by experts and researchers from both Academic and Commercial domains, titles offer global scope and perspectives.

Key subject areas include: Library and Information Science; Transportation; Urban Studies; Geography, Planning, and Development; Security; Emergency Management.

  • Electoral Studies

    • ISSN: 0261-3794
    An International Journal on Voting and Electoral Systems and StrategyElectoral Studies is an international journal dedicated to the study of elections and voting in different parts of the world. With a reputation established over more than 35 years of publication, Electoral Studies is widely recognised as a major journal in the field. It publishes theoretically informed and empirically robust research on all aspects of elections, and provides a forum for the analysis of topics such as turnout, voting behaviour, campaigns, political parties and electoral systems, amongst many others. The recent emergence of new democracies in many parts of the world provides a wealth of new information, and scope for testing hypotheses. On specific topics of particular interest to the community, the Journal accepts collections of 4-6 short articles that form special issues. Electoral Studies permits the publishing of short notes and papers extending or replicating previous empirical findings. All articles are subject to "double anonymized" peer review.
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  • Journal of English for Academic Purposes

    • ISSN: 1475-1585
    The Official Journal of BALEAPThe Journal of English for Academic Purposes (JEAP) provides a forum for the dissemination of information and views which enables practitioners of and researchers in EAP to keep current with developments in their field and to contribute to its continued updating. JEAP publishes articles, book reviews, conference reports, and academic exchanges concerning the linguistic, sociolinguistic and psycholinguistic description of English as it is used for the purposes of academic study and scholarly exchange. A wide range of linguistic, applied linguistic and educational topics may be treated from the perspective of English for academic purposes; these include: classroom language, teaching methodology, teacher education, assessment of language, needs analysis; materials development and evaluation, discourse analysis, acquisition studies in EAP contexts, research writing and speaking at all academic levels, the sociopolitics of English in academic uses and language planning.Also of interest are review essays and reviews of research on topics important to EAP researchers. No worthy topic relevant to EAP is beyond the scope of the journal. The journal also carries reviews of scholarly books on topics of general interest to the profession.Membershi... Benefits: Members of the BALEAP (the global forum for EAP professionals) receive copies of the Journal of English for Academic Purposes for free as a member benefit.
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  • Forensic Science International: Genetics

    • ISSN: 1872-4973
    An international journal and the premier journal in the field dedicated to forensic genetics. Official journal of the International Society for Forensic Genetics (ISFG).Forensic Science International: Genetics is the premier journal in the field of Forensic Genetics. This branch of Forensic Science can be defined as the application of genetics to human and non-human material (in the sense of a science with the purpose of studying inherited characteristics for the analysis of inter- and intra-specific variations in populations) for the resolution of legal conflicts.The scope of the journal includes:Forensic applications of human polymorphism.Testing of paternity and other family relationships, immigration cases, typing of biological stains and tissues from criminal casework, identification of human remains by DNA testing methodologies.Descri... of human polymorphisms of forensic interest, with special interest in DNA polymorphisms.Autoso... DNA polymorphisms, mini- and microsatellites (or short tandem repeats, STRs), single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), X and Y chromosome polymorphisms, mtDNA polymorphisms, and any other type of DNA variation with potential forensic applications.Non-hum... DNA polymorphisms for crime scene investigation.Popula... genetics of human polymorphisms of forensic interest.Population data, especially from DNA polymorphisms of interest for the solution of forensic problems.DNA typing methodologies and strategies.Biostatis... methods in forensic genetics.Evaluation of DNA evidence in forensic problems (such as paternity or immigration cases, criminal casework, identification), classical and new statistical approaches.Standards in forensic genetics.Recommendat... of regulatory bodies concerning methods, markers, interpretation or strategies or proposals for procedural or technical standards.Quality control.Quality control and quality assurance strategies, proficiency testing for DNA typing methodologies.Crimin... DNA databases.Technical, legal and statistical issues.General ethical and legal issues related to forensic genetics.Forensic Science International: Genetics adheres to strict ethical publication guidelines and actively supports a culture of inclusive and representative publication. For any submission enquiries, please contact the Editor-in-Chief.The Forensic Science International journals offer comprehensive and pioneering coverage within the forensic sciences and beyond, disseminating ground-breaking discoveries, highly specialised research, and foundational science across the family of publications. The FSI portfolio comprises of:Forensic Science InternationalForensi... Science International: Animals and EnvironmentsForensic Science International: Digital InvestigationForensi... Science International: GeneticsForensic Science International: Genetics Supplement SeriesForensic Science International: Mind and LawForensic Science International: ReportsForensic Science International: Synergy
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  • The Journal of Mathematical Behavior

    • ISSN: 0732-3123
    The Journal of Mathematical Behavior is an international, double anonymized peer reviewed journal concerned with the learning and teaching of mathematics. Our fundamental goal is to publish research of the highest quality that expands understanding of how people build, retain, communicate, apply, and comprehend mathematical ideas. The Journal of Mathematical Behavior welcomes theoretical and empirical research from diverse methodologies and paradigms. The journal focuses on research about learning and teaching of mathematics at all ages, in formal as well as informal contexts. The intended audience for this journal includes researchers who concentrate on the learning and teaching of mathematics, learning scientists, mathematicians, educators, teachers of mathematics, cognitive scientists, and linguists.
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  • Journal of Second Language Writing

    • ISSN: 1060-3743
    An international journal on second and foreign language writing and writing instructionThe Journal of Second Language Writing is devoted to publishing theoretically grounded reports of research and discussions that represent a significant contribution to current understandings of central issues in second and foreign language writing and writing instruction. Some areas of interest are personal characteristics and attitudes of L2 writers, features of L2 writers' texts, L2 writers' composing processes, readers' responses to L2 writing, assessment/evaluatio... of L2 writing, contexts (cultural, social, political, institutional) for L2 writing, L2 writing and technology, and any other topic clearly relevant to L2 writing theory, research, and instruction. Manuscripts should take care to emphasize the pedagogical implications of the work. In addition to FULL-LENGTH RESEARCH ARTICLES, the Journal of Second Language Writing publishes SHORT COMMUNICATIONS that are smaller in scale, more conceptual or descriptive of a particular teaching and learning context. We especially encourage short communications that bring attention to under-represented contexts of L2 writing. We also publish invited book reviews and disciplinary dialogues on specific topics.
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  • Journal of Rural Studies

    • ISSN: 0743-0167
    Over 40 years of excellence in Rural ResearchThe Journal of Rural Studies publishes cutting-edge research that advances understanding and analysis of contemporary rural societies, economies, cultures and lifestyles; the definition and representation of rurality; the formulation, implementation and contestation of rural policy; and human interactions with the rural environment. The journal is an interdisciplinary publication and welcomes articles from diverse theoretical perspectives and methodological approaches, which engage with and contribute to the rural social science literature, as broadly defined by the disciplines of rural geography, rural sociology, agricultural and rural economics, planning and cognate subjects. The coverage of the journal is global in scope and solicits articles based on empirical research in any part of the world that is of relevance and interest to international readers. The primary audience of the journal are social science researchers, teachers and students interested in contemporary rural issues, processes and experiences.
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  • Journal of Rail Transport Planning & Management

    • ISSN: 2210-9706
    Affiliated with the International Association of Railway Operations ResearchJournal of Rail Transport Planning & Management aims to stimulate the quality of service for railway passengers and freight customers by improving the knowledge on effectiveness and efficiency of capacity management, timetabling, management and safety of railway operations. It covers the whole range of light rail, metro, heavy and high-speed railway systems. The journal will create a platform for regular transfer of knowledge, new tools and discussion of innovative contributions regarding the analysis of passenger and freight railway transport, estimation of traffic demand and capacity, design of timetables, scheduling of trains and crews, dispatching, signalling, train control, automatic train operation, optimal use of rolling stock and energy in order to increase the efficiency and competitiveness of passenger and freight transport.The journal presents innovative theoretical approaches, high-tech concepts, new technological, financing and business management models and tools that can provide higher flexibility, performance and punctuality of trains operating on dedicated lines and in heterogeneous networks. Journal of Rail Transport Planning & Management integrates the expertise from different scientific disciplines as physical planning, transport modelling, traffic analysis, (system) engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, economics and (transport) policy analysis.The articles accepted comprise generic theoretical research projects, original concise transport and business plans, pilot technical and economic feasibility analyses, as well as genuine impact assessment studies in the railway domain.Journal of Rail Transport Planning & Management supports the development of a “Network of Excellence” in the field of railway system planning, operations research, business development, traffic control and operations management. It brings together academics and professionals who advise governments, railway infrastructure managers, train operating companies and industrial suppliers on promising and successful innovation strategies for railway transport policy, lines, networks, operations and management.
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  • Travel Behaviour and Society

    • ISSN: 2214-367X
    Travel Behaviour and Society is an interdisciplinary journal publishing high-quality original papers which report leading edge research in theories, methodologies and applications concerning transportation issues and challenges which involve the social and spatial dimensions. In particular, it provides a discussion forum for major research in travel behaviour, transportation infrastructure, transportation and environmental issues, mobility and social sustainability, transportation geographic information systems (TGIS), transportation and quality of life, transportation data collection and analysis, etc.Under the broad theme of transportation issues and challenges which involve social and spatial dimensions, the following areas are targeted for papers to be published in the journal:Transportati... geographic information systems (TGIS)Transportation data collection, surveys and global positioning systems (GPS)Activity-based approach to travel behaviour analysis and modellingTransportat... infrastructureTransi... developmentTransport... and quality of lifeTransportation and climate changeTransportation and low carbon lifestyleTransportat... and social sustainabilityInterf... of transportation and telecommunicationsAn official journal of the Hong Kong Society for Transportation StudiesPlease do not contact the Editors directly about your manuscript as they handle a large number of submissions and unfortunately cannot answer such requests. Please read the Guide for Authors carefully (eg, about changes to authorship) and use the Track your submission option for status-check purpose. For other inquiries, please reach out to [email protected] or [email protected]... Please be assured that the support team will alert the concerned Editors accordingly and the Editors will take further actions, as appropriate.
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  • Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior

    • ISSN: 1499-4046
    Official Publication of Society for Nutrition Education and BehaviorThe Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior (JNEB), the official peer-reviewed journal of the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior, since 1969, serves as a global resource to advance nutrition education and behavior related research, practice, and policy. JNEB publishes original research, as well as papers focused on emerging issues, policies and practices broadly related to nutrition education and behavior. These topics include, but are not limited to, nutrition education interventions; theoretical interpretation of behavior; epidemiology of nutrition and health; food systems; food assistance programs; nutrition and behavior assessment; and public health nutrition. Strategies to implement nutrition education, such as policy, systems, and environmental approaches or technological advances are also considered. Skill development within interventions, such as food procurement and culinary expertise; physical activity partnered with nutrition education; and strategies to reduce food insecurity are valued.In addition to Research Articles and Briefs, JNEB accepts Intervention Methods, Questionnaire Development Methods, Perspectives, Reports, Meta-analysis and Systematic Reviews, and GEMS (Great Educational Materials that have an evaluative component). Reviews of Educational Materials are invited. JNEB encourages data sharing to enhance scientific integrity. The procedure for submitting possible topics for position papers of SNEB can be found at https://www.jneb.org... and calls for papers related to specific themed issues are also available at https://www.jneb.org...
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  • Journal of Safety Research

    • ISSN: 0022-4375
    A Safety and Health Research Forum A Joint Publication of the National Safety Counciland ElsevierThe Journal of Safety Research is a multidisciplinary publication that provides for the exchange of scientific evidence in all areas of safety and health, including traffic, workplace, home, and community. While this research forum invites submissions using rigorous methodologies in all related areas, it focuses on basic and applied research in unintentional injury and illness prevention. Affiliated with the National Safety Council, it seeks to engage the global scientific community including academic researchers, engineers, government agencies, policy makers, corporate decision makers, safety professionals and practitioners, psychologists, social scientists, and public health professionals.
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