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Scope & Guideline
Fostering Interdisciplinary Research for Global Solutions
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Innovations:
Research on decentralized finance protocols and their comparison with traditional financial systems, emphasizing novel financial products and services. - Blockchain Applications in Various Sectors:
Exploration of blockchain technology's application in diverse fields such as energy, accounting, and community development, particularly in economically challenged environments. - Economic Analysis of Cryptocurrencies:
In-depth economic studies of cryptocurrencies, including market behavior, competition, and the impact of consumer behavior on NFT sales and other digital assets. - Privacy and Security in Blockchain Systems:
Investigations into privacy-preserving technologies, including decentralized identity solutions and secure transaction mechanisms to enhance user confidentiality. - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Blockchain Research:
Encouragement of interdisciplinary studies that combine economics, technology, and social sciences to understand the broader implications of blockchain technologies.
Trending and Emerging
- Integration of Blockchain with Environmental Initiatives:
An increasing number of studies focus on the intersection of blockchain and environmental sustainability, such as tokenized carbon credits, indicating a growing interest in green finance. - Smart Contracts and Community Development:
Research is trending towards the role of smart contracts in fostering smart communities, particularly in economically challenging environments, showcasing the social impact of blockchain. - Advanced Economic Models for Cryptocurrencies:
Emerging themes include complex economic analyses of cryptocurrencies, such as Granger-causal effects and token economics, reflecting a deeper understanding of digital asset dynamics. - Privacy-Enhancing Technologies in Blockchain:
There is a rising focus on privacy-preserving solutions within blockchain systems, as seen in decentralized identity solutions, highlighting increasing concerns over data protection. - Innovations in Decentralized Lending and Financial Systems:
A notable trend is the exploration of new decentralized lending systems and collateral functions, which emphasizes the evolution of financial products within the blockchain space.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Financial Models:
Research that strictly compares blockchain technologies with conventional financial models has diminished, as the focus shifts towards more innovative and decentralized approaches. - Basic Blockchain Concepts:
Papers focusing on fundamental blockchain concepts without practical applications or implications are becoming less prominent, indicating a shift towards applied research. - General Cryptocurrency Market Analysis:
There is a noticeable decline in general analyses of cryptocurrency markets, with more emphasis now placed on specific use cases or innovations rather than broad market trends.
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