Information For Authors
The Journal of Global Trends in Social Science (JGTSS) is a peer-reviewed, open access journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research across the broad field of social sciences. The journal welcomes original research articles, reviews, and short communications that address contemporary social, cultural, economic, and political issues from both global and regional perspectives.
This Guide for Authors provides detailed instructions on preparing and submitting manuscripts to JGTSS. Authors are advised to read the guide carefully before submission. Manuscripts that do not follow these requirements may be returned for revision prior to review.
For information about article types, formatting requirements, ethical obligations, and the publication process, please refer to the sections below.
Aims and scope
JGTSS publishes original research articles, review papers, and case studies across a broad range of topics, including but not limited to:
- Sociology and Social Theory: Social structures, inequality, social change, and the impact of globalization and transnationalism.
- Cultural Studies and Diversity: Multiculturalism, cultural heritage, identity, representation, and conflict resolution.
- Economic Trends and Social Impact: Global economic shifts, income inequality, labor markets, migration, and poverty alleviation strategies.
- Political Science and Governance: Political systems, governance, public policy, democracy, populism, and international relations.
- Psychology and Human Behavior: Social psychology, mental health, behavioral economics, and the influence of technology on human behavior.
- Education and Lifelong Learning: Educational policies, access to learning, inclusive education, and innovative teaching methods.
- Communication and Media Studies: Media and digital communication, social media dynamics, and the cultural implications of global media narratives.
- Public Health and Social Policy: Social determinants of health, health equity, public health responses, and the intersection of health systems with social policy.
- Environmental and Social Sustainability: Human-environment interactions, climate adaptation, community resilience, and environmental justice.
- Linguistics and Language Studies: Sociolinguistics, multilingualism, language acquisition, translation studies, and discourse analysis.
- Anthropology and Ethnography: Comparative studies of human societies, cultural anthropology, and ethnographic research methods.
- Criminology and Legal Studies: Crime, justice systems, comparative legal frameworks, and approaches to policing and rehabilitation.
- Social Work and Community Development: Community-driven development, strategies for social inclusion, and the intersection of social work and policy.
- Globalization and Development Studies: Impacts of globalization on society, sustainable development practices, and cross-cultural development analyses.
- Interdisciplinary and Emerging Fields: Studies integrating digital humanities, data science, artificial intelligence, and public policy with social science research.
Article types
Translated articles originally published in a language other than English will not be considered.
- Full-length research articles: Full-length research articles should be between 4,000–8,000 words. They should present original research, methodologies, or theoretical advancements. Articles exceeding 9,000 words will only be accepted if necessary for the subject matter.
- Review articles: Review articles provide comprehensive summaries of research topics relevant to sustainable environments, urban policy, or regional planning. These should typically be between 4,000–8,000 words and provide a critical assessment of existing literature.
- Case studies: Case studies analyze specific projects, policies, or urban environments, focusing on practical applications of sustainability principles. These should be 4,000–6,000 words and clearly outline the context, challenges, and outcomes.
- Viewpoints: These shorter articles (1,500–2,000 words) provide commentary or propose new ideas that could stimulate debate or address emerging issues in urban sustainability.
- Special issue proposals: We welcome special issue proposals focused on timely and impactful themes in sustainable urban environments. Special issues should consist of 6–10 articles. Proposals should be sent to the editor and will be subject to peer review.
Writing and Formatting Requirements
Document type and file format
Please submit your manuscript in an editable format. A PDF is not acceptable as a source file.
- Word: Save files as .doc or .docx. All standard fonts are accepted; use Symbol font for Greek characters.
- TeX/LaTeX: Save files as .tex. Use standard class files such as article.cls, revtex.cls, or amsart.cls. Textual material should be provided as a single file in default Computer Modern fonts. Avoid non-standard fonts and packages, and remove all personal macros before submission. For graphics, use graphicx.sty.
- If you use BibTeX, copy the reference list from the .bbl file, paste it into the main manuscript .tex file, and delete the associated \bibliography and \bibliographystyle commands.
- Before submission, ensure that the complete .tex file compiles successfully on your own system with no errors or warnings.
- All text should be laid out in a single-column format.
- Remove all strikethrough and underlined text, unless it has scientific significance.
- Use spell-check and grammar-check functions to avoid errors.
- There is no need to spend time visually formatting the manuscript, as journal style will be imposed during production.
Double anonymized peer review
This journal follows a double anonymized review process, meaning author identities are concealed from reviewers and vice versa. To facilitate this, you must provide:
- Title page (with author details), and
- An anonymized manuscript (without author details), as separate files.
The title page must include:
- Article title (concise and informative; avoid abbreviations and formulae unless well established, e.g. DNA).
- Author names (given names and family names; order must match submission system; carefully check spelling; if needed, provide original-script names in parentheses after English transliteration).
- Affiliations (where the work was carried out; indicated with lower-case superscript letters after author names; provide full postal address including country and, if available, email addresses).
- Acknowledgements.
- Declaration of interest statement.
- Corresponding author’s full address and email.
- Present/permanent address, if different, indicated with superscript Arabic numerals; the institution where the work was carried out remains the main affiliation.
The anonymized manuscript must include:
- Main body of the paper.
- References.
- Figures.
- Tables.
It must not contain any identifying information such as author names or affiliations.
Abstract
A concise, factual abstract of no more than 250 words is required. The abstract should state briefly the purpose of the research, principal results, and major conclusions.
- Abstracts must stand alone.
- Avoid references; if essential, cite author(s) and year(s).
- Avoid non-standard or uncommon abbreviations; if essential, define them at first mention.
Keywords
Provide 1 to 7 keywords for indexing. Keywords must be in English. Avoid phrases containing “and” or “of.” Abbreviations should only be used if firmly established in the field.
Highlights
Highlights are required at submission:
- Submit highlights as a separate editable file with “highlights” in the file name.
- Provide 3 to 5 bullet points, each no longer than 85 characters including spaces.
- Highlights should summarize novel results and methods to increase article discoverability.
Graphical abstract
Authors are encouraged to provide a graphical abstract:
- Submit as a separate file.
- Minimum size: 531 × 1328 pixels (h × w), or proportionally more. It should be legible at 5 × 13 cm at 96 dpi.
- Preferred formats: TIFF, EPS, PDF, or MS Office files.
- The graphical abstract should summarize the article contents in a concise pictorial form.
Article structure
Sections
Divide the manuscript into clearly defined sections with headings.
Theory and calculation
The theory section should extend the background provided in the introduction, while the calculation section should represent a practical development from the theory.
Methods
Methods should be subdivided with short, bold headings. Subsections such as Statistics, Reagents, or Models are encouraged. Authors are encouraged to deposit detailed protocols in repositories such as Protocols.io; mention the link in the Methods and include it in the reference list.
Glossary
Provide definitions of field-specific terms in a separate list.
Acknowledgements
Include individuals who provided help during the research, such as language editing or proofreading. Do not thank anonymous referees or editors. Grant or contribution numbers may be acknowledged. Dedications are not permitted except for someone directly involved in the research but not listed as an author. Acknowledgements must only appear on the title page (not in the anonymized manuscript).
Author contributions (CRediT)
Use the CRediT taxonomy to acknowledge author contributions. Roles include:
- Conceptualization
- Data curation
- Formal analysis
- Funding acquisition
- Investigation
- Methodology
- Project administration
- Resources
- Software
- Supervision
- Validation
- Visualization
- Writing – original draft
- Writing – review and editing
Not all roles apply to every manuscript; authors may contribute to multiple roles.
Funding sources
Disclose all funding sources. State the role of sponsors, if any, in study design, data collection/analysis, interpretation, writing, and submission. If no such involvement, state so.
Examples:
- Funding: This work was supported by the National Institutes of Health [grant numbers xxxx, yyyy]; the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Seattle, WA [grant number zzzz]; and the United States Institutes of Peace [grant number aaaa].
- This research did not receive any specific grant from funding agencies in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors.
Appendices
Identify appendices as A, B, etc. Equations, tables, and figures should be numbered separately within each appendix (e.g., Eq. (A.1), Table A.1, Fig. A.1).
Equations
- Submit equations as editable text, not images.
- Present simple formulae inline where possible.
- Use the solidus (/) for small fractions (e.g., X/Y).
- Italicize variables; denote powers of e by exp.
- Display equations separately from text, numbered consecutively (e.g., equation (1)).
Tables
- Submit tables as editable text (not images).
- Place tables near the relevant text or at the end of the article.
- Complex tables may be submitted as separate Excel files.
- Tables including statistical analyses must specify error analysis standards and ranges in the legend.
- Chemical structure tables must be included at the end of the text, with native ChemDraw files (.cdx) supplied separately.
- Cite all tables in the text and number consecutively.
- Provide captions and place table notes below the body.
- Avoid vertical rules and shading.
- Use tables sparingly to avoid duplication with text.
Figures, images, and artwork
Figures must be submitted as separate files, not embedded in the manuscript. Cite all figures in sequence (Fig. 1, Fig. 2, etc.).
Technical requirements
- Minimum resolution: 300 dpi. Maximum width: 180 mm.
- Use 5–7 pt sans serif fonts for labels; Symbol font for Greek characters.
- Use scale bars rather than magnification factors. Include error bars where appropriate.
- Do not flatten labels or bars onto images; editable high-resolution files are required.
- Use ChemDraw (or similar) for chemical structures; submit final .cdx files following journal style.
- Stereo diagrams: prepare for wall-eyed viewing with panels ~5.5 cm apart; submit at final size.
File formats
- Vector drawings: EPS or PDF with embedded fonts.
- Photographs (halftones): TIFF, JPG, or PNG, ≥300 dpi (single column min. 1063 px; full width min. 2244 px).
- Line drawings: TIFF, JPG, or PNG, ≥1000 dpi (single column min. 3543 px; full width min. 7480 px).
- Combination images: TIFF, JPG, or PNG, ≥500 dpi (single column min. 1772 px; full width min. 3740 px).
Do not submit GIF, BMP, PICT, WPG, or low-resolution/screen-optimized files.
Figure legends
- Provide a brief title and description for each figure, in a separate file.
- Describe panels in sequence.
- Avoid methodological detail.
- Use verbal cues (e.g., “open red triangles”), not visual cues.
- Describe center values (mean or median), error bars and their calculation, sample size (n), statistical tests, and P values.
Color artwork
Color figures will appear online at no charge. Ensure figures are accessible to readers with color-vision deficiencies.
Copyright permission
Authors are responsible for obtaining permission for copyrighted figures, including previously published material and professional photographs. For figures created with BioRender, confirm a full license to publish.
Generative AI
Use of generative AI or AI-assisted tools to create or alter images is not permitted, except where AI is part of the research design or methods. In such cases, disclose reproducibly in the Methods, including model/tool name, version, extension, and provider. Generative AI is not permitted for graphical abstracts; cover artwork may be considered only with prior approval and proper rights clearance.
Supplementary information, extended data, and source data
Supplementary information
- Published as supplied; will not be typeset. May only be replaced in production to correct major scientific errors.
- Each item should be designated as Supplementary Equation, Discussion, Notes, Figure, Table, Video, Audio, Data, or Software. Number sequentially and separately from main text and Extended Data.
- Refer to each supplementary item at least once in the text, using the word “Supplementary.”
- Submit supplementary text, figures, simple tables, and legends in a single combined PDF. Complex tables/data may be submitted as Excel or .csv files (named Supplementary Tables or Supplementary Data). Most audio/video formats are accepted; supplementary software should be submitted as .zip or .tar files.
- Supplementary figures must fit, with legend, on a single PDF page.
Extended Data figures
- Up to 10 Extended Data figures may be included, providing essential background to main data.
- Must be cited in the main text as discrete items.
- Should fit on a single PDF page.
- Legends should be prepared as for main figures and included in the Supporting Information inventory.
Source data
- Provide source data for figures where possible.
- Full-length, unprocessed gels/blots must be provided as PDF files, with figure numbers noted.
- Statistical source data should be Excel files, one per figure, labeled with corresponding figure numbers.
- Imaging source data should be deposited in repositories if large.
Video and animation
- Video and animation files are accepted.
- Refer to video content within the text, specifying placement.
- Label files clearly.
- Recommended formats; max. 150 MB per file, 1 GB total.
- Provide a still image for each file to serve as an icon.
- Provide explanatory text in the manuscript (for both online and print versions).
- Videos will be published in the electronic version of the article.
Research data
Research data includes results of observations or experiments that validate findings, as well as related software, code, models, algorithms, protocols, and methods.
- Deposit research data in a relevant repository.
- Cite and link to the dataset in your article.
- If sharing is not possible (e.g., confidentiality, sensitivity), provide a statement explaining why.
- A data availability statement is required at submission; it will appear with the published article.
- Linking to data is encouraged (via repository banners, DOIs, or identifiers such as TAIR: AT1G01020; CCDC: 734053; PDB: 1XFN).
Nomenclature and abbreviations
Gene nomenclature
Authors must use approved nomenclature for gene symbols and avoid ambiguous slashes (e.g., use Oct4 (also known as Pou5f1) instead of “Oct4/Pou5f1”). Approved names can be obtained from HGNC or MGI. Submit new names to appropriate committees before publication.
Chemical and biological nomenclature
Use systematic nomenclature (IUPAC, IUBMB) where possible. Use standard abbreviations; define specialist abbreviations at first occurrence.
Cover artwork
Authors of accepted papers are encouraged to submit related high-quality images for possible use as issue covers. Images should be of scientific interest and aesthetic appeal, accompanied by a clear, concise legend.
References
General principles
- References cited in text must appear in the reference list, and vice versa.
- References in abstracts must be given in full.
- Unpublished results and personal communications should not appear in the reference list, but may be mentioned in text. If included, indicate as “unpublished results” or “personal communication.”
- “In press” indicates acceptance.
- Each reference should be unique; do not cite multiple publications for one reference number.
- Provide accurate author names, titles, years, journal names, volume, and pages or article numbers. Incorrect data may prevent linking.
- DOIs are strongly recommended.
- Arrange reference list alphabetically, then chronologically. Same-author/same-year items should be distinguished by a, b, c.
Examples
- Journal article:
Van der Geer, J., Handgraaf, T., & Lupton, R. A. (2020). The art of writing a scientific article. Journal of Scientific Communications, 163, 51–59. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sc.2020.00372. - Journal article with article number:
Van der Geer, J., Handgraaf, T., & Lupton, R. A. (2022). The art of writing a scientific article. Heliyon, 19, Article e00205. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e00205. - Book:
Strunk, W., Jr., & White, E. B. (2000). The elements of style (4th ed.). Longman (Chapter 4). - Book chapter:
Mettam, G. R., & Adams, L. B. (2020). How to prepare an electronic version of your article. In B. S. Jones & R. Z. Smith (Eds.), Introduction to the electronic age (pp. 281–304). E-Publishing Inc. - Website:
Powertech Systems. (2022). Lithium-ion vs lead-acid cost analysis. Retrieved from http://www.powertechsystems.eu/home/tech-corner/lithium-ion-vs-lead-acid-cost-analysis/. Accessed January 6, 2022. - Dataset:
Oguro, M., Imahiro, S., Saito, S., & Nakashizuka, T. (2015). Mortality data for Japanese oak wilt disease and surrounding forest compositions [dataset]. Mendeley Data, v1. https://doi.org/10.17632/xwj98nb39r.1. - Conference paper/poster:
Engle, E. K., Cash, T. F., & Jarry, J. L. (2019, November). The Body Image Behaviours Inventory-3: Development and validation of the Body Image Compulsive Actions and Body Image Avoidance Scales. Poster session presentation at the meeting of the Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapies, New York, NY. - Software:
Coon, E., Berndt, M., Jan, A., Svyatsky, D., Atchley, A., Kikinzon, E., Harp, D., Manzini, G., Shelef, E., Lipnikov, K., Garimella, R., Xu, C., Moulton, D., Karra, S., Painter, S., Jafarov, E., & Molins, S. (2020). Advanced Terrestrial Simulator (ATS) (Version 0.88) [Computer software]. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3727209. - Book with publisher:
Jones, R. A. L. (2004). Soft Machines: Nanotechnology and Life (Ch. 3). Oxford University Press. - Preprint:
Babichev, S. A., Ries, J., & Lvovsky, A. I. (2002). Quantum scissors: teleportation of single-mode optical states by means of a nonlocal single photon. Preprint at https://arxiv.org/quant-ph/0208066.
Submission checklist
- Title page with all required details.
- Anonymized manuscript (without identifying information).
- Editable tables and separate figures with captions.
- Supplementary materials, Extended Data, and Source Data (if applicable).
- Video/animation files and stills (if applicable).
- Data availability statement and repository links.
- Reference list formatted consistently in APA (7th edition) with DOIs where available.
- For LaTeX submissions: ensure successful compilation; integrate .bbl file; remove non-standard macros.
Ethical requirements
Conflict of interest statement
- All authors must declare any potential conflicts of interest, including financial support, personal relationships, academic competition, or institutional affiliations.
- If no conflicts exist, please state explicitly: “The authors declare no conflict of interest.”
Ethical approval
- Studies involving human participants (e.g., surveys, interviews, experiments) or animal subjects must include a statement confirming approval from the appropriate ethics committee, with the name of the committee and approval number (if applicable).
- If ethical approval is not required, state clearly: “This study did not require ethical approval.”
Data availability statement
- A data availability statement is mandatory. Authors must specify whether the data underlying the study are publicly available and how they may be accessed.
Examples:
- “The data supporting this study are available in [repository name] at [link].”
- “Due to privacy restrictions, the data are not publicly available but can be obtained from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.”
Peer review process
Review model
- JGTSS operates a double-blind peer review system.
- Reviewers do not know the identity of authors, and authors do not know the identity of reviewers.
- To ensure anonymity, authors must submit two files:
- Title page: including all author-related information.
- Main manuscript: anonymized, with no identifying details (e.g., names, emails, affiliations, funding, acknowledgments, contributions).
Review procedure
- Initial screening: The editorial office checks compliance with journal scope and basic requirements.
- External review: Manuscripts passing initial screening are sent to at least two independent reviewers.
- Decision: The editor issues one of the following: accept, minor revision, major revision, or reject.
- Revision: If revisions are required, authors must resubmit within the specified deadline, along with a response letter addressing reviewer comments.
- Final decision: The editor evaluates the revised manuscript and reviewer feedback before issuing a final decision.
Reviewer recommendations
JGTSS does not accept author-suggested reviewers. Reviewers are independently selected by the editorial office to ensure impartiality.
Review timeline
- JGTSS aims to provide an initial decision within 4–8 weeks of submission.
- Actual timelines may vary depending on the subject area, reviewer availability, and the number of revision rounds.
Open access and fees
Open access policy
- JGTSS is an open access journal.
- All published articles are freely available to read, download, and cite without subscription or access charges.
- The journal operates under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license, which permits:
- Free distribution, reproduction, and adaptation of the work;
- Proper attribution to the original authors and source;
- Prohibition of misleading or deceptive use.
- For the full license terms, see the Creative Commons website.
Article processing charge (APC)
- An Article Processing Charge (APC) of USD 80 applies to all accepted papers.
- The APC covers the complete publication process, including:
- Peer review and editorial management
- Language and technical editing
- Typesetting and formatting
- DOI registration and metadata archiving
- Online publication and long-term preservation
- An invoice will be sent to the corresponding author upon acceptance.
Waivers and support
- JGTSS recognizes that some authors may face funding limitations. Authors may request a partial or full waiver at submission or prior to submission, providing justification for the request.
- Waiver decisions are made on a case-by-case basis, considering institutional support, regional funding availability, and the significance of the research topic.
- Authors are encouraged to provide detailed information when applying, to enable fair consideration.
After acceptance
Editing and typesetting
- Once a manuscript is accepted, it proceeds to copyediting and typesetting.
- The editorial office will make language and technical adjustments to ensure consistency, accuracy, and adherence to journal standards.
Proofs
- During typesetting, authors may receive a PDF proof for checking.
- Proof corrections are limited to errata-level changes (e.g., spelling, punctuation, formatting errors). Substantive changes to the structure, analysis, or conclusions are not permitted at this stage.
- Note: The proofs stage is currently under internal adjustment; future workflows may be updated accordingly.
Publication and online release
- JGTSS does not operate an “online first” or pre-publication system.
- All accepted articles are published together with the full issue, each assigned a unique DOI.
- Articles become formally citable only when the complete issue is released.
Submission process
- JGTSS uses the Open Journal Systems (OJS) online platform for all submissions.
- Authors must complete the following steps:
- Register and log in to the OJS portal.
- Upload the title page and the main manuscript (separate files).
- Upload figures, tables, and any supplementary materials as separate files.
- Complete the metadata form, including author details, funding information, conflict of interest, and data availability statements.
- A system-generated confirmation email will be sent once submission is complete.
Important note on user roles:
- Some contributors submit to multiple Jandoo Press journals. Due to OJS system restrictions, new accounts may be assigned limited roles by default.
- If you encounter a message stating that you “do not have permission to submit,” please go to User Settings, enable the role “Author”, save the changes, and then proceed with submission.
- For technical issues during submission, please contact the editorial office at editorialoffice.jgtss@press.jandoo.ac.
Additional policies
Copyright and license
- All articles in JGTSS are published under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license (see section 6.1).
- Authors retain copyright of their work, while permitting free reuse, distribution, and adaptation under the terms of the CC BY license.
Data and material sharing
- Authors must provide a clear data availability statement in the manuscript.
- If data cannot be made openly available, authors must state the reasons (e.g., privacy, ethical restrictions, institutional limitations).
- Where possible, authors are encouraged to deposit datasets, instruments (e.g., survey questionnaires, interview protocols), code, or supplementary materials in a recognized repository and provide access links.
Publication ethics
- JGTSS follows the principles of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
- Submissions found to involve plagiarism, duplicate submission, data fabrication, or other forms of misconduct will be rejected. In serious cases, the journal may notify the authors’ institutions.
- For details, see the COPE guidelines.
Language and editing support
- Manuscripts must be written in clear and grammatically correct English.
- Authors who require language assistance are encouraged to seek professional editing services before submission.
- JGTSS does not provide in-house language editing but may recommend reputable third-party providers upon request.
Contact information
- Editorial Office: editorialoffice.jgtss@press.jandoo.ac
- Publisher: Jandoo Press
- Journal website: https://press.jandoo.ac/jgtss
edited on 7 September 2025