Aims and Objectives of the Journal
The primary aim of the Journal of Science, Technology, and Innovation Policy is to establish an academic platform for the exchange of ideas among national and international researchers on the latest developments and findings in technology and innovation. Ultimately, the journal seeks to provide an evidence-based foundation for guiding and advancing policymaking processes in science, technology, and innovation.
Mission and Scholarly Functions
Formulating and Articulating Strategic Policy Directions: Serving as a research and think-tank platform for the analysis, critique, and evaluation of public policies in research, technology, and innovation.
Facilitating Evidence-Based Governance: Providing expert analyses and policy recommendations to decision-makers and executive authorities to optimize decision-making processes within the science and technology ecosystem.
Technology Foresight and Horizon Scanning: Monitoring rapid technological developments at national and international levels and assessing their social, economic, and security implications.
Strengthening Synergies within the National Innovation System: Fostering constructive interaction and alignment among the three key actors: universities (knowledge producers), industry (technology users), and government (policymakers).
Advancing the Theoretical Foundations of the Field: Providing a scholarly platform for rigorous academic debate, the exchange of expert perspectives, and the publication of indigenous theories and conceptual frameworks in science management and policy.
Academic Community and Target Audience
Researchers and Academic Faculty: Professors, researchers, and postgraduate students in science and technology policy, technology management, economics, sociology of science, and related interdisciplinary fields.
Policymakers and Executive Officials: Senior decision-makers, experts, and managerial authorities in ministries, government agencies, the Vice-Presidency for Science and Technology, and legislative institutions.
Innovation Ecosystem and Industry Stakeholders: R&D managers in industrial sectors, executives of knowledge-based companies, science and technology parks, incubators, and venture capital funds.
Think Tanks and Research Institutions: Analysts at research centers, strategic think tanks, and observatory institutions engaged in monitoring and evaluating public policies.
Journal Vision
Advancing Technology Diplomacy: Pioneering the publication of applied research to strengthen international scientific cooperation and foster synergies within global innovation networks.
A Platform for Engagement between Experts and Policymakers: Establishing and sustaining networks of collaboration among the academic community, industry, and governance institutions to support the realization of a knowledge-based economy.
Additional Scholarly Objectives and Priorities
Addressing Context-Specific Issues and National Challenges: Focusing on practical and structural challenges within the country's science and technology ecosystem, rather than exclusively on abstract theoretical discussions.
Developing Interdisciplinary Scholarly Literature: Promoting and strengthening interdisciplinary approaches through the integration of economics, sociology, technology law, and strategic management.