About the Journal

International Journal of Regional Development (IJRD), published by the Macrothink Institute, is a peer-reviewed, open-access scholarly journal at the forefront of regional development research. Since its inception, IJRD has established itself as a pivotal platform for the scholarly community, policy influencers, and industry experts to contribute and exchange groundbreaking scholarly work and critical insights.

Our journal is committed to the progressive and extensive dissemination of knowledge across a spectrum of disciplines central to regional development. The thematic scope of IJRD encompasses, yet is not limited to, the following areas of interest:

  • Strategic approaches to regional economic growth and development
  • Comprehensive urban and rural planning paradigms
  • Examination of regional disparities and the dynamics of inequality
  • Analysis of infrastructure development and transportation systems
  • The role of innovation and technology transfer within regional contexts
  • Formulation and evaluation of environmental policies for sustainable development
  • Exploration of the social and cultural dimensions influencing regional progress

IJRD is dedicated to fostering a robust interdisciplinary discourse and collaboration, thereby encouraging the submission of scholarly articles that address the multifaceted challenges inherent to regional development. The journal's editorial ethos is to uphold the highest standards of scholarly rigor and integrity in the peer-review process, ensuring that the published research is both innovative and impactful.

As an open-access scholarly journal, IJRD is steadfast in its mission to make scholarly research universally accessible, thereby maximizing the visibility and influence of the work published within its pages. Authors are invited to submit their original research, review articles, case studies, and brief communications, adhering to the stringent submission guidelines and ethical standards set forth by the journal.

IJRD's editorial team and board of reviewers are composed of distinguished scholars and professionals, whose expertise ensures that the content published meets the rigorous scholarly expectations of the scientific community. The journal's commitment to excellence is reflected in its indexing in reputable databases and its ongoing pursuit of a significant impact factor, indicative of its contribution to the field of regional development.

For further inquiries or to submit your work for consideration, please contact ijrd@macrothink.org directly.

Announcements

Current Issue

Vol. 11 No. 1 (2024)

International Journal of Regional Development,  Vol. 11 No. 1,  June 2024

Published: 2024-06-12
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Call for Papers

The International Journal of Regional Development (IJRD) is currently seeking high-quality manuscripts encompassing a broad spectrum of topics in regional research, urban planning, geography, and environmental studies.

To submit your manuscript, please create an account on our website and follow the online submission process.

For any inquiries or assistance, please reach out to the Editor at ijrd@macrothink.org