About the Journal

This journal is for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners who believe regions aren’t just dots on a map, they’re living systems with unique challenges and opportunities. We publish work that’s grounded in real-world impact, whether it’s a case study on post-industrial revitalization, a critique of smart city hype, or fresh data on migration patterns.

We’re open access because knowledge about places should be available to the people who live in them. Authors keep their copyright, and readers can share or adapt content under a CC-BY license. No submission fees, no hidden costs, just solid research.

Our review process is tough but fair; we don’t care about academic buzzwords, only clarity and substance. We especially welcome submissions from researchers working outside traditional Western academic hubs. Sponsored by independent research networks, not corporate interests. And no, we won’t track your reading habits, this isn’t that kind of internet.