Scope and Focus

Studies in Interdisciplinary Horizons is an international, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to publishing scholarly work that transcends traditional academic boundaries and promotes integrative thinking across disciplines. The journal recognizes the growing need for cross-disciplinary approaches in understanding and solving the complex challenges of contemporary society—from global health crises and climate change to digital transformation, cultural identity and educational reform.

The journal's primary objective is to provide a platform for innovative, boundary-crossing research that combines theories, methods and insights from multiple fields to create new knowledge frameworks and advance scholarly discourse. It encourages academic contributions that do not merely apply one field’s perspective to another, but rather engage in true interdisciplinary synthesis, where the interaction of disciplines leads to fresh understandings and practical innovations.

 

Scope

Studies in Interdisciplinary Horizons accepts a wide range of contributions from scholars and practitioners across diverse fields, including but not limited to:

  • Humanities (philosophy, history, linguistics, cultural studies, literature, ethics, media studies)
  • Social Sciences (sociology, political science, psychology, anthropology, economics, development studies)
  • Natural and Environmental Sciences (biology, environmental science, ecology, sustainability studies)
  • Engineering and Technology (information systems, AI, data science, innovation studies)
  • Health and Medical Sciences (public health, epidemiology, health education, mental health)
  • Education and Pedagogy (curriculum development, inclusive education, digital learning)
  • Arts and Creative Industries (visual arts, performing arts, design, arts-based research)
  • Business, Governance, and Policy Studies (organizational studies, leadership, ethics, law, public administration)

The journal also supports work in emerging interdisciplinary fields such as digital humanities, environmental humanities, educational technology, global studies, sustainability science and human-technology interaction.

 

Focus Areas

The journal welcomes manuscripts that explore:

  • Theoretical and conceptual frameworks that integrate perspectives from multiple disciplines
  • Empirical studies demonstrating cross-disciplinary collaboration in addressing real-world problems
  • Case studies or action research involving communities, institutions or organizations
  • Interdisciplinary approaches to innovation, sustainability, resilience and social justice
  • Methodological innovations that bridge qualitative, quantitative and mixed-methods paradigms
  • Reflections on interdisciplinary teaching, curriculum design and academic practices
  • Critical perspectives on the limitations of disciplinary thinking and the value of integration
  • Reviews or meta-analyses synthesizing research across domains

 

Special emphasis is placed on research that:

  • Demonstrates collaborative approaches to knowledge production
  • Provides insights into the dynamic interplay between science, society and culture
  • Highlights the role of interdisciplinarity in responding to contemporary crises and opportunities
  • Advances ethical, inclusive and globally relevant scholarship

By encouraging dialogue across academic, professional, and cultural spheres, Studies in Interdisciplinary Horizons seeks to serve as a catalyst for new ideas, inclusive research, and impactful knowledge that resonates beyond the confines of any single field.