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Current Social Sciences

Aims and Scope:
Current Social Sciences, a peer reviewed journal, publishes original research articles, letters, reviews/mini-reviews and guest edited thematic issues in all areas of social science. The journal is an important and reliable source of current information on developments in the field. The emphasis will be on publishing quality articles that will be rapidly available worldwide. Topics covered in this interdisciplinary journal include: Anthropology Archeology Communication Demography Development Education E-Learning Gender Studies Geography, Planning and development Health Human Factors and Ergonomic Law Library and Information Sciences Life span and life course studies Linguistics and languages Political Science and International relations Public administration Safety research Social work Sociology and Political Sciences Transportation Urban studies
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Editor-in-Chief:

  • Marco Colizzi
    Unit of Psychiatry
    Department of Medicine
    University of Udine
    Udine
    Italy

ISSN: 2772-316X (Print)

eISSN: 2772-3178 (Online)

Special Issues With Active Call for Papers

Submission closes on: Jan 24, 2026
Social-Economic Inequity, Climate Change and Innovation for Sustainable Development

Persistent and extreme social-economic inequity often have political and economic consequences. It has also hindered efforts to cope with climate risks. What are the explanatory factors for the increasing social and economic inequity globally and domestically? These factors often include structural and institutional ones-such as the shift from manufacturing to services, global competition and disorganized labor, the disparity in government fiscal capacity and quality of public service provision, and the mismatch of government regulation with... see more

Guest Editor(s): Dr. Wei Li
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Submission closes on: Jan 17, 2026
Risks and Challenges for Adolescents in Social Media and Social Networks.

Social networks and social media have become indispensable platforms for communication, learning, and self-expression, especially among adolescents. However, their pervasive use also exposes young users to several risks that require interdisciplinary investigation. This Special Issue aims to analyze these risks and challenges, exploring their causes, consequences, and effective prevention strategies through both social science and technical approaches. We seek to understand how social norms, cultural influences, and institutional frameworks intersect with technological systems to shape... see more

Guest Editor(s): Dr. Tiziana Guzzo
Co-Guest Editor(s): Dr. Maria Chiara Caschera,Dr. Xiao Huang
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Submission closes on: Dec 31, 2025
Digital Transformations in Contemporary Society

The Current Social Sciences, Information Science Section, invites submissions for a special issue focused on "Digital Transformations in Contemporary Society." This special issue aims to explore the multifaceted impact of digital technologies on various aspects of society, including but not limited to social interactions, communication, economy, governance, and cultural practices. Authors are encouraged to present empirical studies, theoretical frameworks, and critical analyses that contribute to a nuanced understanding of the multifaceted relationship between digital transformations... see more

Guest Editor(s): Dr. Justin Zhang
Co-Guest Editor(s): Dr. Sajjad Jasimuddin
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Submission closes on: Dec 31, 2025
New Institutional Economics: Exploring the Role of Institutions in Economic Development

The proposed thematic issue aims to delve into the emerging subfield of New Institutional Economics, which highlights the crucial role of institutions in promoting economic development. The issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the key theoretical and empirical developments in this field, examining the impact of institutions on economic growth, innovation, and investment. Additionally, the issue will explore the policy implications of this research, highlighting the potential for institutional reforms to drive sustainable... see more

Guest Editor(s): Dr. Yiming He
Co-Guest Editor(s): Dr. Shangpu Li
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Submission closes on: Dec 31, 2025
Netnography: A New Tool for Studying Businesses

Netnography is an ever-evolving qualitative digital research method that has been used and advanced by tourism researchers to understand a broad spectrum of topics. Developments such as artificial intelligence and emerging cultural phenomena offer new opportunities for netnographers but require procedural adjustments (Kozinets et al 2024). The special issue aims at accommodating various expressions of netnographical research for various business areas. see more

Guest Editor(s): Dr. Ilias Kapareliotis
Co-Guest Editor(s): Dr. Angelos Doukas,Dr. George Kyparissiadis
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Submission closes on: Dec 31, 2025
Research and Evidence-Based Approaches to Teaching and Learning in Contemporary Early Childhood Education

Early childhood (0-6 years) is a fundamental stage in children's development. The desire for exploration and constant learning pushes children to discover the world around them. Learning is lived and experience teaches. Affectivity, movement, manipulation, and interaction between children and adults at school condition development. The didactics and the paths for learning and development in childhood are particular, requiring teaching models that keep the child at the center of the process and that are different... see more

Guest Editor(s): Dr. Pedro Gil Madrona
Co-Guest Editor(s): Dr. Jorge Agustín Zapatero Ayuso
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Submission closes on: Dec 31, 2025
Sustainable Tourism Marketing Practices and Visitor Experience

Tourism is a dynamic industry that plays a pivotal role in global economic development. As the tourism landscape evolves, there is an increasing recognition of the need for sustainability in marketing practices and enhancing the overall visitor experience. This special issue aims to explore and showcase cutting-edge research on sustainable tourism marketing strategies and their impact on the holistic visitor experience within the tourism ecosystem. see more

Guest Editor(s): Dr. Abdul Bashiru Jibril
Co-Guest Editor(s): Dr. John Amoah,Dr. Frederick Pobee
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