Commitment to Inclusivity

Acceptance of Research from All Fields

SERN is not limited to STEM fields—we welcome all disciplines, including:

• Social sciences & humanities (e.g., sociology, psychology, philosophy).

• Business & economics (e.g., financial sustainability, impact investing).

• Arts & cultural studies (e.g., sustainability in design, creative economy).

• Engineering & natural sciences (e.g., clean energy, AI ethics, water conservation).

Every submission must include a clear statement on how the research contributes to sustainability, emerging challenges, or future solutions—ensuring real-world impact.

Open & Affordable Access to Knowledge

Unlike major paywalled journals, SERN believes knowledge should be freely available. Our low-cost open-access model for hosting journals for free allows researchers from all economic backgrounds to publish and access research without barriers.

Encouraging Global & Multidisciplinary Collaboration

SERN provides a platform for cross-disciplinary dialogue, enabling researchers to:

• Collaborate across fields (e.g., AI experts working with climate scientists).

• Engage in co-authorship across institutions and continents.

• Share knowledge that bridges sustainability challenges.

Diverse Editorial & Reviewer Representation

To prevent bias or exclusion, SERN ensures:

• Editors & reviewers are selected from diverse geographical and academic backgrounds.

• Equal opportunity for underrepresented researchers in leadership positions.

• Blind review processes to eliminate bias based on institution or country of origin.

Supporting All Voices in Academia

SERN actively encourages everyone with an objective research to participate in publishing. This includes and is not limited to:

• Women in STEM, researchers from Global South institutions, early-career scholars and students to publish their work.

• Multilingual abstract submissions, ensuring non-native English speakers can still contribute meaningfully.

• Flexible peer-review timelines to support first-time authors navigating the publication process.

Why Inclusivity is Essential for Sustainability

A sustainable future cannot be achieved without inclusivity in research. SERN fosters:

• A wider range of perspectives, leading to more holistic solutions.

• Equity in knowledge-sharing, preventing research dominance by elite institutions.

• A truly global academic community committed to addressing the world's most pressing challenges.