About the Journal

Science Confluence (SciCon) is a peer-reviewed, open-access research track published under Science for Humanity Press (SHP). The journal provides an international scholarly forum for the dissemination of high-quality interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research that integrates natural sciences, engineering, and social sciences to address complex global challenges.

SciCon publishes original research articles, systematic reviews, and applied case studies that demonstrate theoretical rigor, methodological quality, and practical relevance. The journal encourages collaborative and integrative perspectives that advance scientific knowledge while contributing to sustainable, ethical, and inclusive development.

Focus and Scope

The scope of SciCon includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

  • Interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research methodologies
  • Sustainability science and environmental systems
  • Climate change, adaptation, and resilience studies
  • Innovation systems and technology development
  • Engineering solutions for societal challenges
  • Science, technology, and society (STS) studies
  • Socio-technical and ethical dimensions of emerging technologies
  • Policy and governance of science and innovation

Open Access Policy

SciCon provides immediate open access to all published content on the principle that free and unrestricted access to research promotes a greater global exchange of knowledge. Readers are permitted to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of articles without financial, legal, or technical barriers, other than those inseparable from gaining access to the internet itself.

Peer Review Process

All submissions to SciCon undergo a double-blind peer review process conducted by independent reviewers with relevant expertise. Editorial decisions are based on originality, academic contribution, methodological quality, clarity of presentation, and relevance to the journal’s aims and scope.

Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain the copyright of their work and grant SciCon the right of first publication. Articles are published under an open-access license that permits use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited and the authorship is acknowledged.

Sponsorship and Funding Disclosure

SciCon is published by Science for Humanity Press (SHP) as an independent, non-commercial academic publishing initiative. The journal does not receive direct funding from commercial entities that may influence editorial decisions. Any sponsorship, grants, or institutional support related to specific issues or articles will be transparently disclosed.

History of the Journal

SciCon was established as part of the SHP publication platform to provide a dedicated forum for research at the intersection of science, technology, and society. The journal aims to support scholarly dialogue that bridges disciplinary boundaries and contributes to addressing global and regional development challenges.

Privacy Statement

The names and email addresses entered in this journal site will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of SciCon and will not be made available for any other purpose or to any other party. The journal is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of authors, reviewers, and readers in accordance with applicable data protection regulations.

Archiving Policy

SciCon supports participation in digital preservation and distributed archiving systems such as LOCKSS and CLOCKSS to ensure the long-term preservation and accessibility of published content. This enables libraries and institutions to maintain permanent archives of the journal’s materials.