scholarly journals JOURNALS OF SOCIAL SCIENCES IN SERBIA BETWEEN GLOBAL AND NATIONAL INTERESTS

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marina Semiz ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Social Science ◽  
Cultural Values ◽  
Scientific Knowledge ◽  
Scientific Research ◽  
Scientific Productivity ◽  
Academic Community ◽  
Education Policies ◽  
National Interests

The paper problematizes the current situation and development perspectives of social science journals in Serbia in the context of global (international) and national interests. Scientific articles in national social science journals are commonly the most prevalent form of dissemination and production of scientific knowledge, standpoints and views, a clear indicator of research excellence of university teachers, as well as the indicator of the quality of scientific journals, and the quality of scientific research in general. Therefore, it is not surprising that national and global interests and values intertwine in the domain of national journals. The reference framework for the analysis of selected issues is placed within the range of existing scientometric and bibliometric research, as well as the legislation referring to scientific research, manner and procedures for the evaluation of research results, and election to academic titles. The analysis we conducted led to the general conclusion that national social science journals are in a gap between the national and global context. Although their significance is beyond question, by promoting national and cultural values and interests, they exist as insufficiently competitive and globally invisible media for transfer and valorization of scientific knowledge in the academic community. In addition to analyzing the implications of the current education policies, editorial policies of the journals and strategic solutions aimed at raising and evaluating the quality of national social science journals, and integrating them into global information system trends, the paper also proposes potential directions for further development of national social science journals as a prerequisite for raising scientific productivity in the domain of social sciences.

Patents and Scientific Research

2015 ◽  
pp. 135-155
Author(s):  
Sulan Wong
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Business Model ◽  
Scientific Knowledge ◽  
Research Funding ◽  
Scientific Research ◽  
Patent System ◽  
Scientific Development ◽  
Patent Litigation ◽  
Definition Of

It is argued that patents encourage scientific development, benefiting society by creating useful products and services that improve the quality of life. However, by granting exclusive rights of exploitation, patents create situations in which they interfere with the exercise of the freedom of scientific research. This work examines five scenarios where this problem can be seen and the utilitarian function of patents is questioned. Firstly, the effects of research funding in the definition of the lines and research objectives are observed. Secondly, the anticommons is studied, as it is a situation where excessive fragmentation of ownership in scientific knowledge may prevent its use. Thirdly, broad patents and their implications are examined. Fourthly, the deterrent power of patent litigation, which creates an unexpected business model, is analyzed. Fifthly, secrecy is looked upon, as it is encouraged by the logic in which the patent system works.

Social Science Research in India

2017 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Social Science ◽  
Research Output ◽  
Social Science Research ◽  
Science Research ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Reference Database ◽  
Data Infrastructure ◽  
Quality Of Research

Social science research (SSR) has a vital role in enriching societies, by generating scientific knowledge that brings insights—even enlightenment—in understanding the dynamics of human behaviour and development. For social sciences to realize their potential in shaping public policy, it is imperative that the research ecosystem is dynamic and vibrant; the institutions governing it are robust and effective; and those producing quality research are strong and well governed. This volume elaborates on various dimensions of SSR in India, presenting a strong case for designing a comprehensive national social science policy which can meaningfully strengthen and promote a research ecosystem for improved public policymaking in the country. Addressing issues like lack of funding, availability of data, infrastructure, and quality of research output, it will serve as a national benchmark and reference database for social sciences in India.

scholarly journals Scientific research in Neotropical protected areas: themes and gaps

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth C Teixeira ◽  
Jayne S Santos ◽  
Maxwell R G Silva ◽  
Ana CM Malhado ◽  
Richard J Ladle ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Protected Areas ◽  
Latin American ◽  
Scientific Research ◽  
Scientific Productivity ◽  
Management Plan ◽  
Caribbean Region ◽  
Local Conservation ◽  
Research Topics ◽  
Natural Processes

Protected areas are often used by scientists to observe natural processes and organisms in habitats that have been minimally influenced by human actions. In contrast to many PA objectives, their effectiveness for promoting and supporting scientific research can be easily quantified in terms of quantity and quality of scientific products (primarily peer-reviewed articles) that are based on research within a PA’s boundaries. In addition to their contribution to global scientific knowledge, these research products may support local conservation efforts and contribute to park management, monitoring and governance. Here, we investigate the effectiveness of Neotropical PAs at supporting scientific research based on data from the World Database of Protected Areas (WDPA). Specifically, we randomly selected 102 PAs from each designation from the Latin American and Caribbean region, to give a total of 612 PAs. A total of 444 PAS did not return any results and only 30 were associated with more than 10 publications. Research topics varied widely in the PAs in our dedicated sample, but we found an evident trend to research related to geosciences and paleontology. Conservation and biodiversity were secondary subjects. there seems to be a lack of influence of PAs type and presence of management plan on scientific productivity. On the other hand, we have seen that most areas do not present a management plan, the absence of which makes it more difficult to assess the effectiveness of these areas.

scholarly journals Solutions to scholarly publishing in social sciences and humanities

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (X1) ◽  
pp. 91-103
Author(s):  
Phuong Dzung Pho ◽  
Phuong Thi Minh Tran
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Survey Data ◽  
Scientific Research ◽  
Ho Chi Minh City ◽  
Social Sciences And Humanities ◽  
National University ◽  
The University ◽  
Quality Of Research

Publishing scientific research is very important in contributing to the knowledge of a discipline and in sharing experience among scientists. However, there are few studies to find solutions to improve the quantity and quality of research publications, especially those in the fields of social sciences and humanities. This case study aims at finding the difficulties that lecturers from different faculties and departments of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University – Ho Chi Minh City have encountered in publishing their research. Based on the survey data, the study suggests practical solutions to enhance Vietnamese researchers’ national and international publications in order to meet integration challenges.

Social Science Policy in India

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Swarup Dutta ◽  
S.V. Narayanan
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Science Education ◽  
Social Science ◽  
Social Science Research ◽  
National Development ◽  
Science Research ◽  
Funding Policy ◽  
Education Policies ◽  
Institutional Infrastructure ◽  
Precarious Situation

This chapter discusses the policy related to social science research (SSR) in India since independence. Several committees have recognized the importance of social sciences and made numerous recommendations regarding the need to encourage and promote SSR as well as its use in public policymaking. The study shows that the policymaking in relation to SSR in India is in a precarious situation. Various education policies insisted more on science education and research and pitched for giving enhanced support for the scientific research in universities for national development, largely bypassing SSR. The study shows that although there is institutional infrastructure, the goal of the SSR in India is ambiguous as there is no clear strategy for the promotion of SSR. Moreover, there is no funding policy and no serious effort to identify the gaps in SSR in India.

scholarly journals THE STATUS OF PSYCHOLOGY AS A SOCIAL SCIENCE AND THE VALUE OF STUDIES ON THE QUALITY OF LIFE Status psychologii jako nauki społecznej a wartość badań nad jakością życia

2019 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Stanisław Kowalik ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Social Science ◽  
Key Words ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Human Existence ◽  
Psychological Determinants ◽  
The Status

Despite the vast knowledge concerning factors determining the level of quality of life accumulated in social sciences there are still difficulties with its application to improve human existence. Limited possibilities of rational moulding of this feature may be traced back to the dichotomous approach to social and psychological determinants of the course of human life (the conflict between psychological individualism and sociological holism). Resorting to dimensional thinking may be a solution to this problem. By analysing various functions played by imagination in the lives of both individuals and communities it has been demonstrated how imagination can be used to improve the quality of life. Key words: quality of life, social sciences, psychology, imagination

scholarly journals Scientific research in Neotropical protected areas: themes and gaps

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth C Teixeira ◽  
Jayne S Santos ◽  
Maxwell R G Silva ◽  
Ana CM Malhado ◽  
Richard J Ladle ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Protected Areas ◽  
Latin American ◽  
Scientific Research ◽  
Scientific Productivity ◽  
Management Plan ◽  
Caribbean Region ◽  
Local Conservation ◽  
Research Topics ◽  
Natural Processes

Protected areas are often used by scientists to observe natural processes and organisms in habitats that have been minimally influenced by human actions. In contrast to many PA objectives, their effectiveness for promoting and supporting scientific research can be easily quantified in terms of quantity and quality of scientific products (primarily peer-reviewed articles) that are based on research within a PA’s boundaries. In addition to their contribution to global scientific knowledge, these research products may support local conservation efforts and contribute to park management, monitoring and governance. Here, we investigate the effectiveness of Neotropical PAs at supporting scientific research based on data from the World Database of Protected Areas (WDPA). Specifically, we randomly selected 102 PAs from each designation from the Latin American and Caribbean region, to give a total of 612 PAs. A total of 444 PAS did not return any results and only 30 were associated with more than 10 publications. Research topics varied widely in the PAs in our dedicated sample, but we found an evident trend to research related to geosciences and paleontology. Conservation and biodiversity were secondary subjects. there seems to be a lack of influence of PAs type and presence of management plan on scientific productivity. On the other hand, we have seen that most areas do not present a management plan, the absence of which makes it more difficult to assess the effectiveness of these areas.

scholarly journals Reviewer Acknowledgements

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 124
Author(s):  
James Young
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Social Science ◽  
South Korea ◽  
Peer Review ◽  
Science Studies ◽  
Polytechnic Institute ◽  
State University ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
Cosumnes River

International Journal of Social Science Studies (IJSSS) would like to acknowledge the following reviewers for their assistance with peer review of manuscripts for this issue. Many authors, regardless of whether IJSSS publishes their work, appreciate the helpful feedback provided by the reviewers. Their comments and suggestions were of great help to the authors in improving the quality of their papers. Each of the reviewers listed below returned at least one review for this issue.Reviewers for Volume 6, Number 1 Agboola O. Paul, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, MalaysiaAmanda ElBassiouny, Spring Hill College, USAAnastasia Panagakos, Cosumnes River College, USAAntónio Calha, Polytechnic Institute of Portalegre, PortugalGhazali Bello Abubakar, Sokoto State University, NigeriaHyejin Lee, Tufts University, MA, USA and Konkuk University, Seoul, South Korea, USAJadranka Svarc, Institute of Social Sciences Ivo Pilar, Zagreb, CroatiaJamie Spinney, Saint Mary’s University, CanadaJehu Onyekwere Nnaji, University of Naples II, Italy and Globe Visions Network Italy, ItalyJulia M. Mack, Gannon University, USAMickey Langlais, University of Nebraska – Kearney, USAMohammad Naji Shah Mohammadi, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaShun - Jen Hsiao, University of Washington, USATimbre Wulf-Ludden, University of Nebraska at Kearney, USA

scholarly journals Reviewer Acknowledgements

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 109
Author(s):  
James Young
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Social Science ◽  
Peer Review ◽  
Bosnia And Herzegovina ◽  
Science Studies ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
University Of Technology ◽  
Peking University ◽  
University Of Jordan

International Journal of Social Science Studies (IJSSS) would like to acknowledge the following reviewers for their assistance with peer review of manuscripts for this issue. Many authors, regardless of whether IJSSS publishes their work, appreciate the helpful feedback provided by the reviewers. Their comments and suggestions were of great help to the authors in improving the quality of their papers. Each of the reviewers listed below returned at least one review for this issue.Reviewers for Volume 6, Number 3 Abdul Azim Akhtar, Independent Academic & Researcher, Delhi, IndiaAgboola O. Paul, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, MalaysiaAslan,Yasin, Sinop University, TurkeyFernando Aragón-Durand, National Autonomous University of Mexico, MexicoImran Ali Sandano, Zhejiang University, ChinaJadranka Svarc, Institute of Social Sciences Ivo Pilar, Zagreb, CroatiaJehu Onyekwere Nnaji, University of Naples II,Italy and Globe Visions Network Italy, ItalyJihyoung Kim, Pyeongtaek University, South KoreaJulia M. Mack, Gannon University, USALaura Diaconu Maxim, "Alexandru Ioan Cuza University" of Iasi, RomaniaMałgorzata Haładewicz, Opole University of Technology, PolandMiriam Parise, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, ItalyMohammad Naji Shah Mohammadi, Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaQingzhi Huan, Peking University, ChinaRasa Poceviciene, Siauliai University, LithuaniaSerkan Cicek, Mugla Sitki Kocman University, TurkeySharif Alghazo, University of Jordan, JordanTage Alalehto, Umeå University, SwedenTimbre Wulf-Ludden, University of Nebraska at Kearney, USAZafer İbrahimoglu, Marmara University, TurkeyZlatan Begić, University of Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina

scholarly journals Investment of Islamic Based Cultural Values in Learning Social Knowledge Science

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
pp. 340
Author(s):  
Ujang Jamaludin ◽  
Ma'ruf Akbar ◽  
Mohamad Syarif Sumantri
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Social Science ◽  
Cultural Values ◽  
Science Learning ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Social Knowledge ◽  
Depth Information ◽  
Learning Material ◽  
High Class ◽  
Methods And Techniques

This study aims to gain an in-depth understanding of the integration of Islamic-based cultural values in social science learning material in the high class; and gain an in-depth understanding of the inculcation of Islamic-based cultural values through approaches, methods and techniques of learning Social Sciences in the high class; get an in-depth understanding of the inculcation of Islamic-based cultural values through the use of social science learning media in the high class, get an in-depth evaluation of the planting of Islamic-based cultural values through learning Social Sciences in the upper classes. class and obtain in-depth information about the internalization of Islamic-based cultural values by high-class students. This research uses a qualitative approach with ethnographic methods.

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