About the Journal

Rusangu University International Journal of Interdisciplinary Research (RUIJIR) is a leading academic forum devoted to expanding the frontiers of knowledge via interdisciplinary research, collaboration and innovation. Integrative and holistic pursuit of knowledge cutting across conventional disciplinary boundaries are necessary to address the challenging conundrums of the twenty-first century.

 

RUIJIR is published twice a year. The goal of this journal is to disseminate knowledge, offering a forum for trading research and development-related ideas both domestically and internationally. It seeks to contribute towards national and international development by guiding and influencing policy on a range of topics that will ultimately impact positively people's quality of life.

 

Vision of the Journal

 "A high-caliber, international journal of interdisciplinary research that engages in an exchange of remarkable knowledge and ideas to bridge disciplines and inspire innovation”

 

Aim

The aim of the RUIJIR) is to promote and facilitate the advancement of interdisciplinary research by providing a platform for the publication and dissemination of high-quality research findings that integrate diverse academic perspectives and methodologies. This central aim encompasses fostering collaboration among researchers from various disciplines, enhancing the accessibility of knowledge to a global audience, and contributing to the solution of contemporary global challenges through innovative and integrative research approaches.

 

Objectives

The following are objectives of the RUIJIR:

  1. Publication of Scholarly Articles: Regularly publish peer-reviewed research articles, review papers, case studies, and theoretical analyses in a wide range of disciplines.
  2. Ensure Research Quality: Maintain rigorous standards of quality through a robust peer-review process, ensuring the integrity and validity of published research.
  3. Encourage Emerging Scholars: Support and promote the work of emerging researchers and academics, providing a platform for new voices in interdisciplinary research.
  4. Global Accessibility: Enhance the accessibility of research findings by ensuring that the journal is available to an international audience, possibly through open-access options.
  5. Support Innovation: Encourage innovative research approaches and methodologies that push the boundaries of traditional academic disciplines.
  6. Promote Ethical Research Practices: Uphold high ethical standards in research and publication, promoting transparency, honesty, and integrity in all published works.
  7. Facilitate Knowledge Exchange: Serve as a hub for the exchange of ideas and knowledge among scholars, practitioners, and policymakers from different fields.
  8. Address Contemporary Issues: Focus on research that addresses current global challenges and contributes to the solution of pressing social, economic, and environmental issues.
  9. Organize Academic Events: Support and organize conferences, workshops, and seminars that foster interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration.
  10. Engage with Broader Audiences: Reach beyond the academic community to engage with industry professionals, government agencies, and the public to maximize the impact of the research.

 

Scope
RUIJIR publishes academic works in the listed disciplines of social sciences, natural sciences, business, environmental studies, climate and agriculture, computer science, information technology, religious studies, theology, health sciences, and education. The journal places an emphasis on integrating theoretical frameworks, methodologies, and techniques from various fields to elucidate complex phenomena or address real-world challenges, promoting research discourse in form of articles, reviews, perspectives, and other scholarly contributions that exhibit an interdisciplinary focus or the integration of multiple disciplines.

 

Open Access Declaration

As an open access publication, RUIJIR is dedicated to providing readers all around the world with free access to top-notch research. We think that unfettered access to academic literature encourages innovation, information exchange, and the advancement of science, technology, and society.

1.      All articles published on RUIJIR are permanently and freely available to anybody, without the need for a subscription or a paywall.

2.      The authors give RUIJIR permission to publish the article under a Creative Commons Attribution License, but they maintain copyright to their work. If they properly acknowledge the original author or authors and the publication source, this permits others to distribute, remix, modify, and expand upon the work—even for profit.

3.      The quality and integrity of the published studies are guaranteed by the journal's stringent peer review procedure.

4.      To increase the exposure and influence of their work, we advise authors to submit prints or preprints in reputable databases and repositories.

 

Publication Fees

RUIJIR shall not charge any processing fee.