SOCIO-ECONOMIC PLANNING SCIENCES
Scope & Guideline
Fostering collaboration between research, practice, and policy.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Socio-Economic Research:
The journal promotes research that bridges the gap between socio-economic theories and practical applications, aiming to inform policy-making and planning processes. - Sustainable Development and Environmental Planning:
A significant focus is placed on sustainability, particularly in urban planning, resource management, and environmental policies, reflecting the growing importance of sustainability in socio-economic contexts. - Data-Driven Decision-Making:
The journal emphasizes the use of quantitative methodologies, including data envelopment analysis, statistical modeling, and machine learning, to evaluate and improve socio-economic outcomes. - Public Policy and Governance:
Research addressing the effectiveness of public policies, governance structures, and their socio-economic implications is a core area of interest. - Health Economics and Management:
The journal includes studies on health economics, healthcare system efficiency, and the impacts of health policies on socio-economic conditions. - Crisis Management and Resilience Planning:
There is a consistent focus on methodologies for crisis management, resilience planning, and the socio-economic impacts of disasters and emergencies.
Trending and Emerging
- Circular Economy and Sustainability:
Emerging research themes focus on the circular economy, emphasizing sustainable practices in resource management and waste reduction strategies. - Digital Transformation and Smart Cities:
There is a growing interest in the impact of digital technologies on urban planning and public services, reflecting the trend towards smart city initiatives. - Health Resilience and Crisis Management:
Research on healthcare systems' resilience, particularly in response to crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, is increasingly prevalent, highlighting the socio-economic impacts of health policies. - Socio-Economic Inequality and Inclusion:
A rising trend in publications addresses socio-economic inequality, exploring the implications of policies aimed at enhancing social inclusion and equity. - Behavioral Insights in Policy Making:
The journal is increasingly publishing studies that incorporate behavioral economics into policy-making frameworks, reflecting a shift towards understanding human behavior in socio-economic contexts. - Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation:
Research focusing on the socio-economic aspects of climate change, including adaptation strategies and mitigation policies, is gaining momentum in response to global environmental challenges.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Economic Models:
There has been a noticeable decrease in the publication of research relying solely on traditional economic models without incorporating socio-environmental factors, as the field shifts towards more integrative approaches. - Regional Economic Analyses:
Studies focusing exclusively on regional economic analyses without considering broader socio-economic contexts or sustainability aspects are increasingly less common. - Purely Descriptive Studies:
Research that lacks quantitative analysis or fails to propose actionable insights is declining, as the journal favors studies that provide data-driven conclusions and practical implications. - Sector-Specific Studies:
Research that focuses narrowly on specific sectors (e.g., agriculture or manufacturing) without considering inter-sectoral linkages and broader socio-economic implications appears to be waning.
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