OPUS Journal of Society Research (JSR), (e-ISSN: 2791-9862) brings a range of different fields of theory, practice, and research in the quest for understanding human behavior in its social environment. The Interdisciplinary perspective provides the groundwork to present and establish a holistic relationship with other disciplines, concepts and methods. The OPUS JSR provides a medium for researchers to incorporate of an interdisciplinary approach for bringing forward different interpretations which could potentially lead to amplifying or conflicting statements. It is not only the intersection of categories, but the theoretical framework that analyses and interprets the subject under study. This framing often leads to an analysis of multiple and even conflicting social dynamics that enable certain kinds of social understanding that are otherwise invisible when scholars focus on a single set of theoretical dynamics. OPUS JSR reflects more than 10 years of journal sponsorship by ADAMOR Society Research Center and its partner organizations, the Institute of Urban Studies. The OPUS Journal of Society Research is the direct successor of two previously published journals: OPUS Turkish Journal of Social Policies and Work Life Studies: OPUS International Journal of Society Research.

The globalization of the world economy, the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, and the evolution of communication through mobile technologies profoundly influence our lifestyles, work patterns, and environmental interactions. This highlights the crucial role of the global research community in comprehending the social implications of science, technology, and broader societal contexts. Exploring the interactive dynamics of these complex issues has the potential to empower social scientists in understanding the evolving nature of our reality. Over the past two decades, technology has nearly surpassed human understanding, shaping social interactions and political landscapes from individual experiences to societal levels. These consequences are inherently social, unfolding at a human scale. Social scientists possess the theoretical perspectives and tools necessary to make sense of these developments. Integrating various theoretical approaches, methods of data collection, and interdisciplinary research are essential to address the current complexity and rapid pace of change, emphasizing the need for new approaches to conduct and disseminate interdisciplinary social science research.

The frequency of publication is six issues per year (i.e. six issues per volume, January, March, May, July, September, November each calendar year).

Open Access Policy: The OPUS Journal of Society Research (JSR) operates under an open access model, ensuring that all content is freely available to users and their institutions. This means that users have the freedom to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of articles without needing prior permission from the publisher or author. Authors retain the copyright to their work and grant third parties the right to use, reproduce, and share the content in line with the terms of the Creative Commons license agreement. This approach is in accordance with the principles outlined by the Budapest Open Access Initiative (BOAI), promoting unrestricted access to scholarly research.

Peer-review is a crucial process for evaluating the quality of manuscripts prior to publication. Independent researchers within the relevant field assess submitted manuscripts for originality, validity, and significance, aiding editors in their decision to publish. The OPUS Journal of Society Research (JSR) employs a double-blind peer-review system, ensuring anonymity for both authors and reviewers. Authors typically receive an initial decision within approximately 8 to 10 weeks, along with reviewers’ comments provided anonymously by the assigned editor. 

The OPUS Journal of Society Research (JSR) advocates for open access to scholarly research in the social sciences. Authors are encouraged to disseminate their accepted manuscripts openly through institutional repositories or other suitable platforms, while adhering to any applicable copyright agreements. Additionally, authors retain patent and trademark rights, as well as the freedom to utilize their research data without restrictions. They may reuse their material in new works with proper acknowledgment of the original article, promoting scholarly collaboration without the need for permission, payment, or embargo periods. By embracing this reciprocal approach, we aim to facilitate the broad dissemination of knowledge and foster global collaboration in the field of society research. Authors can deposit all versions of their work—submitted, accepted, and published—in any institutional or subject repository of their preference, including Sherpa/Romeo, Dulcinea, Diadorim, Mir@bel, or others.

The OPUS Journal of Society Research (JSR) is dedicated to ensuring the enduring availability and safeguarding of academic research, striving to enhance accessibility through the conversion and updating of digital file formats to align with evolving technological standards. As publisher of scholarly content within the realms of research, higher education, and professional development, we acknowledge the crucial roles played by both librarians and publishers in preserving scholarly knowledge for future generations. Collaborating with various organizations while maintaining our own digital archive, we are committed to the perpetual preservation of scholarly work. To this end, our journal is systematically archived and protected through the following initiatives:

• LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe)
• CLOCKSS (Controlled LOCKSS)