Journal of International Buddhist Studies: Announcements

JIBS Activities: Call for Submission: Buddhism and Contemporary Challenges

Journal of International Buddhist Studies — 2024-11-28

The Editorial Board of the Journal of International Buddhist Studies (JIBS) is pleased to announce a call for submissions. We particularly encourage submission of papers related to Buddhism and contemporary themes. We invite scholars, researchers, advanced practitioners, and doctoral candidates to submit original, objective, and innovative academic studies that explore intersections between Buddhism and contemporary concerns. Papers that are accepted for publication in this SCOPUS-indexed academic journal are subject to rigorous peer review and editorial processes and reach a global audience.

Subthemes:

JIBS is particularly interested in publishing high-quality articles on how Buddhism adapts, confronts, or prevails in contemporary contexts: economic, social, and cultural aspects of modern societies, universal philosophy, environmental sustainability, mindfulness, and mental health. Ethics and artificial intelligence, values, and social justice or gender equality; the wisdom of traditions in the age of globalization.

Submission Guidelines:

We welcome thoughtful contributions, including empirical research, academic studies, comparative analyses, and critical case studies. Submissions should conform to the following guidelines:

- Language: English
- Length: 5,000-8,000 words, inclusive of references
- Format: Chicago style, as per journal specifications
- Abstract: A 200-250 word abstract must accompany all submissions.
- Keywords: Five to seven relevant keywords should be provided.

Timeline:

Deadlines for Full Paper Submission:
- 31 December 2024 (Planned Publication Date: March 2025)
- 5 April 2025 (Planned Publication Date: July 2025)

Submission Process:

Please submit your manuscript through our online submission system at:
https://so09.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/jibs/about/submissions.

For detailed submission guidelines, kindly visit
https://so09.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/jibs/about/submissions#authorGuidelines.
Should you have any queries or require clarifications on specific issues, please do not hesitate to contact the Managing Editor via email at jibs@mcu.ac.th.

Contact Information:

For inquiries related to the Call for Papers, please contact:

- Email: jibs@mcu.ac.th
- Website: https://so09.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/jibs
- Phone: +6635 248072

We look forward to receiving your valuable contributions and engaging with learned scholars on Buddhism across the globe to advance the discourse surrounding Buddhism and its vital role in addressing contemporary challenges.

JIBS Activities: JIBS met IBSC students

Journal of International Buddhist Studies — 2024-03-23

On Wednesday, March 13, 2024, the Associate Editor and Managing Editor of the Journal of International Buddhist Studies (JIBS) visited to introduce the journal to IBSC students. The aim is to offer guidance for students in preparing articles for publication in the journal. This session will highlight the distinctive features of the journal and assist students in identifying the best approach for their interests in a specific journal.

JIBS Activities: Scopus Journal Quality Meeting with TCI

Journal of International Buddhist Studies — 2023-12-09

The editorial team of the Journal of International Buddhist Studies, led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phrakhru Sutikittibundit, participated in a meeting titled "Guidelines for Enhancing Journal Quality After Inclusion in the Scopus Database." This meeting took place on Friday, December 8, 2023, at King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT).

During the meeting, Prof. Dr. Narongrit Sombatsompop, the Head of TCI Center, who possesses extensive experience in collaborating with Scopus and improving journal quality within the Scopus database, shared valuable insights into the development guidelines for journals that have been accepted into the Scopus database. Participants also had the opportunity to learn from the successful journey of the journal "rEFLections," which transitioned from Tier 2 in the TCI database to a Q2 ranking in the Scopus database through the TCI-TSRI-Scopus project.

JIBS Activities: 2nd System Development and Quality Improvement of Thai Journals Indexed in Scopus, Phase 2

Journal of International Buddhist Studies — 2023-10-21

The editorial team of JIBS participated in a meeting related to the "The 2nd System Development and Quality Improvement of Thai Journals Indexed in Scopus, Phase 2" project. This event was organized by the Thai Journal Citation Index Center (TCI) Center in collaboration with several organizations, including Thailand Science Research and Innovation (TSRI), Science Technology and Innovation Policy Institute (STIPI), King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), and the National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTEC).

The meeting occurred on Thursday, October 19, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Eastin Grand Hotel in Phayathai. It brought together journal editors and the working group associated with the project, with a total of 250 participants representing 93 journals.

During the meeting, Dr. Kanyawim Keeratikorn, Senior Vice President for Research and Innovation at King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT), inaugurated the proceedings. She emphasized the importance of the TCI Center, which operates under the auspices of KMUTT and receives support from STIPI and NECTEC. This collaborative effort seeks to elevate the quality of Thai journals.

Prof. Dr. Narongrit Sombatsompop, Head of the Thai Journal Citation Index Center, delivered a presentation on the "Progress on Quality Improvement of Thai Journals Indexed in Scopus (2017-present)." He elaborated on the broader objectives of the TCI-TSRI-Scopus Collaboration Project Phases 1 and 2, underlining the imperative of enhancing journal quality, increasing research article output, and raising the quartile ranking of Thai journals within the Scopus database. The overarching aim is to gain international recognition for Thai journals while fostering an understanding of the Thai Local Board's evaluation process.

Prof. Richard Whatmore, hailing from the University of St Andrews in the United Kingdom, provided insights into "Scopus journal selection criteria: what are expected from CSAB when evaluating local journals for indexing Scopus?" He elucidated the criteria used to assess journals for Scopus indexing, with a strong emphasis on internationalization. Key criteria encompassed original research, international focus, research identity, review policies, abstracts, bibliographies, ethics, and national profile (PIRRABEN). Prof. Whatmore also underscored the advantages of Scopus indexing, including expanded global access for researchers and enhanced collaboration opportunities.

Prof. Richard Whatmore continued his presentation with "Tips 1: How CSAB evaluates non-English journals for Scopus inclusion" and "Tips 2: How local journals in Scopus maintain or improve quality." He delved into the possibility of including non-English journals in Scopus and strategies for upholding article quality. Factors influencing journal quality encompassed publication frequency, peer review, internationality, accessibility, and ethical publishing practices. For journals in local languages, he suggested designating article abstracts as "Extended Abstracts" to facilitate broader accessibility.

Lastly, Dr. Nongyao Sripromsuk, Assistant Head of the Thai Journal Citation Index Center, presented performance analysis findings for 48 journals involved in the TCI-TSRI-Scopus Collaboration Project Phase 1 in 2023. The analysis entailed a comparison of seven metrics from SciVal spanning the period from 2017 to 2023, offering valuable insights into the project's progress.