Information For Authors

The Study of Religion and History welcomes high-quality, original research contributions from scholars around the world. We provide a platform for authors to share their insights on the complex relationships between religion, history, culture, and society. If you are considering submitting your work to the journal, here is important information to guide you through the process.

Key Features for Authors:

1. Open Access Publication:

   • The Study of Religion and History follows an open-access model, meaning that your work will be freely accessible to a global audience. By publishing with us, you contribute to the widespread dissemination of knowledge in the fields of religious studies and history.

2. Submission Process:

   • The submission process is simple and user-friendly. Authors must submit their manuscripts electronically via the journal's online submission system. Detailed instructions are provided on the submission page, including formatting guidelines and requirements for the manuscript, references, and figures.

   • We recommend reviewing previous issues of the journal to familiarize yourself with the types of articles we publish and the specific formatting style required.

3. Peer Review:

   • All submitted manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process, ensuring that your work is evaluated impartially by experts in the field. Reviewers provide constructive feedback to help improve the quality of your manuscript, and their recommendations are taken into account when making an editorial decision.

   • Authors will receive feedback within a few weeks, allowing for timely revisions and resubmissions. Manuscripts that pass peer review will be accepted for publication.

4. Ethical Standards:

   • Authors are expected to adhere to the highest ethical standards in research and publication. This includes ensuring the originality of your work, avoiding plagiarism, and providing appropriate citations for all sources used.

   • Manuscripts that involve human or animal subjects must include evidence of ethical review and approval from an institutional ethics committee or review board, if applicable.

5. Author Responsibilities:

   • Originality: Manuscripts must be original, and authors must confirm that the work has not been published elsewhere or is under review by another journal.

   • Authorship and Contributions: All authors who meet the authorship criteria must be included, and their contributions should be clearly stated. The author order should reflect the level of contribution.

   • Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could affect the objectivity of the research or its results. These include financial, personal, or professional interests related to the manuscript.

6. Copyright and Licensing:

   • Upon acceptance, authors will be asked to transfer copyright or grant a license to the journal for the publication of the manuscript. The journal offers an open-access licensing model, which allows your work to be freely available under a Creative Commons license.

   • Authors retain the right to use their own work for non-commercial purposes, such as in academic presentations or in further research.

7. Article Processing Charges (APCs):

   • As an open-access journal, The Study of Religion and History may charge an article processing charge (APC) to cover the costs associated with publication. Information on the fees will be provided during the submission process. Authors should ensure that they are aware of these fees before submitting their manuscript.

   • Fee waivers or discounts may be available upon request, especially for authors from institutions or regions with limited access to funding.

8. Revisions and Resubmission:

   • After peer review, authors will be required to address reviewers' comments and revise their manuscripts accordingly. The revision process is an essential part of our commitment to publishing high-quality research.

   • Authors are expected to resubmit revised manuscripts in a timely manner. If your manuscript is rejected, you will be provided with feedback to help you improve your work for submission to another journal or a future submission to The Study of Religion and History.

9. Data Availability and Transparency:

   • Authors are encouraged to make their research data, supplementary materials, and methodologies available for transparency and reproducibility. This might include providing links to datasets, methodologies, or code used in your study.

   • If your research involves sensitive or proprietary data that cannot be shared, you are required to explain why in your manuscript and provide a clear description of your methods and findings.

10. Publication Ethics and Misconduct:

    • The journal follows ethical guidelines as set out by the COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics). Any instances of academic misconduct (such as plagiarism, data falsification, or unethical authorship practices) will be dealt with seriously, and authors may be asked to retract their work or face consequences in the form of bans from future submissions.

    • Authors must ensure that all research is conducted in accordance with ethical standards, including the treatment of human or animal subjects.

11. Author Benefits:

    • Global Exposure: By publishing in an open-access journal, your work is accessible to researchers, scholars, and practitioners worldwide.

    • High Impact: Published articles are indexed in major databases and repositories, enhancing the visibility and impact of your research.

    • Networking Opportunities: Authors of The Study of Religion and History are encouraged to engage with other scholars through the journal’s platform, conferences, and online discussions.

How to Submit:

• Manuscripts should be submitted through the journal’s online submission system. You will be required to upload your manuscript along with any supplementary materials, such as figures, tables, or appendices. Detailed guidelines for submission, including formatting requirements, are available on the submission page of the journal’s website.