Aims & Scope

Aim

The Journal of Human-Social Nexus (JHSN) aims to serve as a leading international platform for the dissemination of high-quality, peer-reviewed research that contributes to the advancement of a better society. Guided by the publisher's mission, "Academics for a Better Society," the journal is committed to publishing rigorous and impactful scholarship that addresses contemporary social, cultural, economic, environmental, technological, and policy challenges affecting communities worldwide.

The journal promotes interdisciplinary research that advances academic knowledge while generating practical insights for policymakers, practitioners, educators, and society. By fostering collaboration across disciplines, JHSN seeks to encourage innovative thinking, evidence-based solutions, and informed dialogue that support sustainable development, social equity, ethical governance, human well-being, and global societal progress.

With a strong emphasis on social transformation, human rights, cultural understanding, and inclusive development, the journal provides a forum for scholars to examine emerging issues, challenge existing perspectives, and develop research that contributes meaningfully to a more just, resilient, sustainable, and equitable world.

Scope

The Journal of Human-Social Nexus welcomes original research articles, review papers, methodological papers, policy analyses, perspectives, case studies, and letters to the editor across all areas of the humanities, social sciences, business, management, sustainability, and interdisciplinary studies. The journal is dedicated to publishing research that reflects its mission of "Academics for a Better Society" by advancing knowledge that addresses real-world societal challenges and informs public policy, professional practice, and sustainable development.

JHSN encourages contributions that explore social problems, cultural developments, ethical issues, technological change, economic transformation, environmental sustainability, governance, education, and human development through theoretical, empirical, qualitative, quantitative, mixed-methods, and interdisciplinary approaches. Studies that generate innovative perspectives, foster international collaboration, and provide actionable solutions for contemporary global challenges are particularly encouraged.

The journal covers, but is not limited to, the following subject areas:

1. Social Sciences and Public Policy

Anthropology
Sociology
Psychology
Demography
Political Science
Social Policy
Urban Studies
Development Studies
International Relations
International Political Economy
Public Administration
Risk Management

This section publishes research examining social structures, institutions, governance, public policy, social justice, community development, and human behaviour, with the objective of promoting inclusive, evidence-based solutions to societal challenges.

2. Humanities and Cultural Studies

Archaeology
History
Cultural Studies
Literature
Philosophy
Religion
Language and Linguistics
History of Art and Architecture

This section focuses on human culture, history, language, philosophy, and intellectual traditions, promoting critical understanding of diverse societies, cultural heritage, and human experiences across different historical and geographical contexts.

3. Business, Economics and Management

Business
Finance and Accounting
Economics
Management
Entrepreneurship
Marketing
Human Resource Management
International Business
Strategic Management
Innovation and Technology Management
Organizational Behaviour
Supply Chain Management
Corporate Governance
Corporate Social Responsibility
Business Ethics
Sustainability in Business
Investment and Asset Management
Financial Risk Management
Behavioural Economics
Operational Research
E-commerce and Digital Transformation

Research in this section explores organizational performance, economic development, entrepreneurship, innovation, digital transformation, sustainable business practices, responsible governance, financial systems, and emerging management challenges in both public and private sectors.

4. Health and Medical Humanities

Health and Medical Humanities
Health Policy and Health Services

This section welcomes interdisciplinary research examining healthcare systems, public health, medical ethics, health policy, patient-centred care, and the social, cultural, and ethical dimensions of health and medicine.

5. Environmental and Sustainability Studies

Environmental Studies
Sustainability Science
Climate Change and Resilience
Green Economy
Energy Policy and Transition
Environmental Ethics
Ecological Economics
Environmental Governance
Environmental Sociology
Environmental Psychology
Sustainable Urban Development
Natural Resource Management
Agricultural and Rural Development
Environmental Education
Environmental Justice
Circular Economy
Corporate Environmental Responsibility
Science, Technology and Society
Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
Water Resource Management
Waste Management and Recycling
Sustainable Transportation
Environmental Law and Policy
Biodiversity and Conservation
Indigenous Knowledge and Sustainability
Environmental Communication

The journal encourages interdisciplinary research that integrates perspectives from the social sciences, humanities, natural sciences, engineering, and policy studies to address environmental and sustainability challenges. Research contributing to climate resilience, sustainable development, environmental governance, resource management, ecological conservation, and the transition toward a low-carbon and circular economy is particularly welcomed.

6. Education and Information Sciences

Education
Information Science and Library Science
Digital Humanities

This section publishes research on education, learning, curriculum development, educational technology, information management, digital scholarship, knowledge dissemination, and equitable access to education in an increasingly digital society.

7. Media and Communication Studies

Communication
Media Studies

Research in this section explores traditional and digital media, communication systems, public discourse, journalism, social media, digital communication, media governance, and the role of communication in shaping public opinion, social change, and democratic participation.

8. Law and Ethics

Law
Ethics
Business Ethics

This section welcomes scholarship on legal systems, human rights, justice, governance, regulatory frameworks, professional ethics, emerging technologies, and ethical issues affecting individuals, organizations, and societies.

9. Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure Studies

Hospitality
Tourism
Leisure
Sport Management

Research published in this section examines tourism development, hospitality management, destination sustainability, leisure studies, sport management, cultural tourism, community development, and the economic, environmental, and social impacts of tourism.

10. Technology, Innovation and Society

Artificial Intelligence
Blockchain
Big Data and Data Analytics
Cybersecurity and Privacy
Digital Economy
Digital Transformation
Digital Platforms
FinTech
Internet of Things
Human–Computer Interaction
Robotics and Automation
Smart Cities
Social Media and Society
Technology Adoption and Diffusion
Technology and Education
Technology for Development
Sustainable Technologies
Creative Industries and Innovation
Regulation and Governance of Emerging Technologies
Ethical Artificial Intelligence
Responsible Innovation
Digital Divide
Technology and Global Inequality

This section explores the societal implications of technological innovation and digital transformation through interdisciplinary perspectives. The journal welcomes research on emerging technologies, digital governance, artificial intelligence, innovation ecosystems, responsible technology development, digital inclusion, technology policy, and the interaction between technology, society, business, and sustainable development.