Mission & Scope

Mission

Intercultures, a scholarly journal hosted by Sayans Publishers, is dedicated to exploring the rich tapestry of global cultures and the complex interplay between them. Our mission is to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity, examining the influences, interactions, and shared experiences that shape societies worldwide. We aim to be a conduit for interdisciplinary dialogue, bringing together insights from anthropology, sociology, history, linguistics, and related fields. Inter-Cultures aspires to bridge cultural divides, illuminate commonalities and differences, and contribute to a more inclusive and empathetic global community.

Scope

Cultural Anthropology and Sociology: Exploration of cultural practices, beliefs, and societal structures across different societies, focusing on ethnographic studies, theoretical analyses, and methodological advancements in anthropology and sociology.
Cross-Cultural Communication: Examination of the dynamics of communication between cultures, including language use, non-verbal communication, and the challenges and opportunities in cross-cultural interactions.
Globalization and Cultural Exchange: Studies addressing the impacts of globalization on cultures and societies, including the spread of cultural phenomena, global media, and the effects of economic and political globalization on cultural identity.
Cultural Heritage and Preservation: Research on the preservation, protection, and promotion of cultural heritage, including tangible and intangible heritage, and the role of cultural heritage in maintaining cultural diversity.
Comparative Cultural Studies: Comparative analyses of different cultures and societies, aiming to provide insights into the diversity of human experiences and cultural practices.
Intercultural Conflict and Cooperation: Investigation of conflict and cooperation in intercultural contexts, including conflict resolution, peace studies, and the role of culture in international relations.
Migration and Diaspora Studies: Studies on migration patterns, the experiences of diaspora communities, and the impact of migration on both host and home societies, including issues of identity, adaptation, and transnationalism.
Cultural Impacts on Public Policy: Analysis of how cultural factors influence public policy, including education, health, immigration, and foreign policy, and how policies in turn impact cultures and communities.

Intercultures encourages contributions that are theoretically informed and empirically rich, offering new perspectives on the complexities of cultural interactions in a rapidly changing world. We welcome original research articles, case studies, and review essays from scholars, researchers, and practitioners who are exploring the nuances of cultural interactions and their implications. By fostering a space for diverse cultural voices and perspectives, Intercultures aims to contribute to the global conversation on cultural understanding and mutual respect.

Editorial Board

Information for Authors

Thank you for considering Sayans Publishers, LLP, for publishing your research. Our Author Guide is designed to streamline the submission and publication process, ensuring a seamless experience for all authors. Please review these guidelines thoroughly before submitting your manuscript.

Ethics, Integrity & Conflict of Interest

Your research should strictly conform to all relevant legal, regulatory, and ethical guidelines. This includes obtaining necessary permissions and ensuring informed consent where applicable. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity. Any form of academic misconduct, including plagiarism, data fabrication, or falsification, is strictly prohibited.

Research should be conducted and presented with utmost honesty and transparency. It is imperative to disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may impact the objectivity of your research. This includes, but is not limited to, financial interests, personal relationships, or affiliations that could be perceived as influencing your work.

Ensure that all individuals who have significantly contributed to your research are duly credited. Contributions should be clearly identified, and the role of each contributor should be transparently disclosed. Clearly declare any funding sources, sponsorships, or affiliations that may have supported your research. This information should be provided to maintain transparency and uphold the credibility of your work.

Corrections, Retractions, & Errata Policy

Authors must promptly inform the publisher of any errors in published manuscripts. Cooperation in issuing errata or retractions to address inaccuracies is essential.

Manuscript Types

We welcome a diverse range of scholarly articles, encompassing:

Research Articles: These are original studies offering new insights across a multitude of disciplines. They should present novel findings and contribute significantly to their respective fields.
Review Papers: These articles provide thorough and insightful analyses of current research on particular topics. They should synthesize existing literature to offer new perspectives or identify future directions for research.
Opinion Articles: In these pieces, authors can express their personal perspectives on contemporary issues or debates within their field. These should be well-reasoned and contribute meaningfully to ongoing discussions.
Case Studies: Focused on specific examples or incidents, these articles offer detailed exploration within a defined context. They should provide in-depth analysis and can be instrumental in illustrating broader principles or hypotheses.
Serial Publications: For comprehensive projects or themes, we accept works published over several instalments. These serials allow for an in-depth exploration of a topic, unfolding across multiple consecutive publications.

Manuscript Formatting

General Manuscript Format

Prepare your manuscript using Microsoft Word or a compatible word processing software. Set your document to A4 size with one-inch margins on all sides. Use a clear, readable font such as Times New Roman. The font size should be 11-point, and the text should be double-spaced for ease of reading.

Manuscript Title

Your title should be succinct, ideally not exceeding 90 characters, including spaces. A concise title is easier to read and more effectively captures the essence of your work. Ensure that the title clearly and accurately reflects the content of your manuscript. It should give readers an immediate understanding of the topic and scope of your research. Refrain from using technical jargon or abbreviations that may not be familiar to a broader audience. The title should be accessible to readers from various disciplines. Please do not capitalize the first letter of each word. Use standard capitalization rules (e.g., capitalize the first letter of the first word, proper nouns, and specific terms).

Authors List and Affiliations

For each co-author, clearly state the institution where the study was conducted. This should include the name of the institution, its location (country), and the relevant P.O. Box or Zip code. Provide the email address of each co-author. If a co-author’s current affiliation differs from the one where the research was undertaken, both affiliations should be mentioned. In cases where a co-author does not have a current institutional affiliation, their country of nationality or permanent residence can be listed as an alternative.

Clearly identify up to two corresponding authors, following the list of authors and their affiliations. Ensure that the designated corresponding authors are available and responsive throughout the review and publication process.

Author Contributions

Specify the particular contribution of each author. Common roles include, but are not limited to, conceptualization, methodology, data collection, analysis, writing (original draft preparation), writing (review & editing), funding acquisition, and project administration.

Highlights

Authors are encouraged to provide brief, engaging summaries of their main findings. Provide up to four bullet points. Each bullet point should be concise, not exceeding 200 characters. Focus on the most significant outcomes, novel insights, or implications of your research.

Study Limitations

Concisely outline research limitations in a dedicated sidebar, up to 200 words, to maintain transparency and integrity.

Abstract

Provide a concise summary (150-200 words) of your study. Keep your abstract concise, aiming for a word count between 150-200 words. Write in a block paragraph format – this means your abstract should be a single, continuous paragraph without indents.

Keywords

Include 5-7 relevant keywords, distinct from the title and abstract.

Introduction

Begin by broadly outlining the background of the topic or problem your study addresses. Clearly identify the gap in existing research or the specific problem that your study aims to address. Explain why this gap or problem is significant and worthy of investigation. State the primary objectives and aims of your research. If your study is driven by a specific hypothesis or research questions, articulate these clearly. Write in a manner that is engaging and accessible to a broad academic audience.

Materials and Methods

List and describe all materials used in your study. This includes any chemicals, biological materials, or equipment. Be specific about any brands, models, and configurations used. Clearly explain the methods and procedures you used in conducting your research. This should include experimental design, data collection methods, and any analytical techniques employed. If your methods are based on established procedures, cite the original sources but also describe any modifications you made.

Describe the methods used for data analysis, including statistical tests and software used. Be specific enough that another researcher could replicate your analysis. If detailed protocols or extensive material lists are too lengthy for the main text, consider including them as supplementary materials.

If your research involved human or animal subjects, clearly state how ethical approval was obtained (including the name of the ethics committee or institutional review board). Detail how informed consent was obtained from participants, if applicable.

Results

Present your results in a logical sequence that aligns with the objectives and methodology of your study. Use subheadings to organize the results if necessary. Focus on presenting the data, without interpretation or discussion of their implications – that is reserved for the Discussion section. Include tables, figures, and graphs to illustrate your findings where appropriate. These should be clear, well-labeled, and referenced in the text. Ensure that all visuals enhance understanding and are not redundant with what is described in the text. Clearly report the statistical tests used and the results of these tests, including measures of significance (like p-values), confidence intervals, and other relevant statistical information. Present your results objectively, avoiding any bias or embellishment.

Discussion

Begin by interpreting the results of your study. Discuss how your findings align or contrast with previous research. Explain the significance of your results and their implications for the field. This could involve theoretical, practical, or methodological implications. Refer back to the objectives or hypotheses stated in your Introduction. Discuss how your findings contribute to answering these research questions or confirming/rejecting these hypotheses.

Present the limitations of your study. Discuss how these limitations might impact the interpretation of your results and suggest areas for future research. Based on your findings and the identified limitations, suggest possible avenues for future research. Ensure that your conclusions are supported by your results. Avoid overgeneralizing your findings or speculating beyond what your data can support.

References

Sayans Publishers adopts a customized Harvard referencing style for manuscript submissions. To ensure your citations and reference list are accurate and consistent with our specific requirements, please use the 'Sayans Publishers Style' available on Mendeley. This unique style incorporates certain modifications to the standard Harvard format. Refer to the general author guidelines of Sayans Publishers for more details.

Ensure all references cited in the text are included in the "References" section, and vice versa.

Tables & Figures

Ensure that each table and figure is clear, relevant, and adds value to the text. They should be used to present data more effectively than would be possible in text alone. Tables and figures should be numbered consecutively in the order they are referred to in the text (e.g., Table 1, Table 2, Fig. 1, Fig. 2, etc.). Follow uniform formatting for all tables and figures in your manuscript. This includes font size, line spacing, and alignment. Ensure that text within tables is legible and that images in figures are of high resolution (min. 300 pixels). Explicitly refer to each table and figure in your text.

Include a legend for each figure and a footnote for each table, providing necessary descriptions and explanations. Legends and footnotes should be concise and aid in interpreting the table or figure.

If your tables or figures include data from another source, ensure you have the proper permissions to use them, and cite the source appropriately.

Snapshots

Snapshots are designed to succinctly summarize the pivotal elements of your research, including the introduction, methodology, results, and discussion. Present these summaries in a bullet-point format to facilitate rapid reading and comprehension. Each snapshot should concisely capture the essence of its respective section, focusing on the most critical points. Each snapshot is limited to a maximum of 200 words.

Supplementary Files

Include relevant supplementary materials in appropriate formats, clearly labeled and organized.

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Information for Reviewers

Thank you for agreeing to serve as a reviewer for Sayans Publishers, LLP. Your expertise and insights are invaluable in maintaining the high standards of our academic publications. This document outlines the guidelines and expectations for our review process.

General Principles

Confidentiality: Maintain the confidentiality of the manuscript. Do not discuss its content outside the review process.
Objectivity: Provide objective and unbiased feedback. Personal criticism of the author(s) is inappropriate.
Timeliness: Complete your review within the agreed timeframe. Prompt reviews contribute significantly to the editorial process.

Review Process

Initial Assessment:
- Evaluate the manuscript’s relevance to the journal’s scope and its overall quality. If it does not meet the journal’s standards or scope, recommend rejection without further review.
In-depth Evaluation:
- Assess the manuscript for originality, significance, and scientific rigor.
- Critically evaluate the methodology, data analysis, and conclusions.
- Check for clarity, structure, and relevance of the literature cited.
- Ensure that ethical guidelines, including those for human and animal studies, are adhered to.
Constructive Feedback:
- Provide clear, constructive, and courteous feedback to authors.
- Suggest improvements and highlight strengths and weaknesses.
- If recommending revisions, be specific about changes required.
Final Recommendation:
- Clearly state your recommendation (accept, accept with minor/major revisions, or reject).
- Justify your decision with specific comments.

Ethical Considerations

Conflict of Interest: Declare any potential conflicts of interest to the editor.
Plagiarism and Fraud: Alert the editor if you suspect plagiarism, data fabrication, or other ethical concerns.

Confidential Comments to the Editor

Share any concerns that should not be disclosed to the author(s) in the confidential section of your review.

Review Report Format

Summary: Start with a brief summary of the manuscript.
Major Points: Discuss major strengths and weaknesses.
Minor Points: List minor issues, such as typographical errors.
Overall Evaluation: Conclude with an overall assessment.

Feedback on Revisions

If a manuscript you reviewed is revised and resubmitted:

Review the revisions in the context of your initial critique.
Assess whether the authors adequately addressed your concerns.

Reviewer Recognition

Sayans Publishers, LLP appreciates your contribution. We acknowledge the critical role of reviewers in the academic publishing process and strive to recognize your efforts.