About the Journal

Foresight and Public Health is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing knowledge in the field of public health with a future-oriented perspective. The journal provides a platform for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners to explore emerging trends, innovations, and strategic solutions aimed at improving health outcomes at the individual, community, and societal levels. By integrating foresight methodologies with public health research, the journal seeks to anticipate future challenges, inform policy decisions, and promote sustainable healthcare systems.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between scientific research, policy, and practice by publishing high-quality, innovative, and interdisciplinary studies that address pressing global health concerns. We welcome contributions from diverse disciplines, including epidemiology, health policy, digital health, environmental health, health equity, and health technology, with a special focus on the long-term impact of societal transformations on public health.

The journal is committed to fostering academic integrity, encouraging open scientific dialogue, and supporting a global community of researchers and practitioners striving to enhance public health outcomes. Through our rigorous double-blind peer-review process, we ensure the publication of reliable, evidence-based research that meets the highest academic standards.

Aims and Scope

Foresight and Public Health aims to serve as a leading forum for scholarly discourse on the future of public health. The journal’s scope includes, but is not limited to, the following key research areas:

  • Public Health Foresight and Scenario Planning: Studies employing predictive analytics, modeling, and strategic foresight methods to anticipate future health challenges.
  • Health Policy and Governance: Research on public health policymaking, governance, global health diplomacy, and ethical considerations in healthcare planning.
  • Digital Health and Emerging Technologies: Investigations into artificial intelligence, digital therapeutics, telemedicine, wearable health technologies, and their implications for future healthcare.
  • Epidemiology and Disease Prevention: Analysis of current and future trends in infectious and non-communicable diseases, vaccination policies, and global health security.
  • Health Equity and Social Determinants of Health: Examination of disparities in healthcare access, the impact of socioeconomic factors, and strategies to promote equitable health systems.
  • Climate Change and Environmental Health: Studies addressing the intersection of environmental changes and public health outcomes, including the impact of air pollution, urbanization, and biodiversity loss.
  • Aging Populations and Longevity Science: Research on aging societies, age-friendly policies, and innovations in geriatric healthcare.
  • Behavioral and Mental Health Trends: Exploration of digital mental health interventions, resilience-building strategies, and the future of psychological well-being.
  • Pandemic Preparedness and Health System Resilience: Lessons from past pandemics and strategies for enhancing health system readiness for future public health emergencies.
  • Workplace Health and Future of Occupational Health: Investigations into workplace well-being, psychological resilience, and the evolving nature of occupational health in the digital age.

By publishing cutting-edge research, Foresight and Public Health fosters academic dialogue on emerging health trends and contributes to shaping proactive public health strategies worldwide.

Open Access Statement

Foresight and Public Health is an open-access journal, ensuring that all published content is freely accessible to researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and the general public without any subscription or paywall barriers. Our commitment to open access enhances the dissemination of knowledge, encourages collaboration, and maximizes the impact of research findings.

The journal operates under the principle that publicly funded research should be available to the public, promoting transparency and inclusivity in scientific communication. Articles published in the journal are distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC 4.0), allowing readers to share and adapt the work for non-commercial purposes, provided that proper attribution is given to the original authors.

By removing financial and institutional barriers to knowledge access, Foresight and Public Health aligns with global initiatives advocating for the democratization of scientific knowledge and the promotion of evidence-based public health policies.

Copyright and License

Authors who publish with Foresight and Public Health retain full copyright to their work, ensuring that they have complete control over the dissemination and reuse of their research. The journal applies the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC 4.0) to all published articles.

Under this license:

  • Authors have the right to share, distribute, and adapt their work for non-commercial purposes.
  • Proper credit must be given to the original publication in Foresight and Public Health.
  • The work may not be used for commercial purposes without permission from the authors.

This licensing framework ensures that research remains accessible while protecting authors’ rights and preventing unauthorized commercial exploitation of their work.

Plagiarism Policy

Foresight and Public Health upholds the highest standards of academic integrity and strictly prohibits any form of plagiarism. All submitted manuscripts undergo a thorough plagiarism screening process using iThenticate, a leading plagiarism detection software. The journal adheres to the following guidelines:

  • Direct plagiarism, self-plagiarism, and mosaic plagiarism are strictly prohibited.
  • Manuscripts with a similarity index exceeding 15% (excluding references and common phrases) are subject to editorial review and potential rejection.
  • Authors are required to properly cite all sources and acknowledge contributions from previous research.
  • In cases of detected plagiarism, authors will be notified and given an opportunity to provide justification. If plagiarism is confirmed, the manuscript will be rejected, and the authors may be blacklisted from future submissions.

Maintaining the integrity of published research is a fundamental priority for Foresight and Public Health, ensuring the trustworthiness and credibility of our journal.

Article Processing Charges (APCs)

To sustain the open-access model and cover editorial, peer-review, and publishing costs, Foresight and Public Health charges an Article Processing Charge (APC) of 100 USD per accepted article.

The APC covers:

  • Manuscript processing and editorial review.
  • Double-blind peer review management.
  • High-quality production, formatting, and online hosting.
  • Long-term archiving and indexing.

There are no submission fees. Authors are required to pay the APC only after their manuscript has been accepted for publication. 

Peer-Review Process

Foresight and Public Health follows a double-blind, anonymous peer-review process, where neither the authors nor the reviewers are aware of each other’s identities. This ensures unbiased and objective evaluation of all submitted manuscripts.

The peer-review process consists of the following stages:

  1. Initial Editorial Screening: Manuscripts are reviewed by the editorial board to assess their relevance, originality, and adherence to journal guidelines.
  2. Assignment to Reviewers: Each manuscript is sent to two or three independent reviewers with expertise in the relevant field.
  3. Review and Feedback: Reviewers evaluate the manuscript’s quality, methodology, significance, and clarity, providing detailed feedback and recommendations.
  4. Editorial Decision: Based on reviewers’ reports, the editor makes a final decision: accept, revise, or reject.
  5. Author Revisions: If revisions are required, authors must respond to reviewer comments and submit a revised manuscript for further evaluation.
  6. Final Acceptance and Publication: After satisfactory revisions, the manuscript is accepted, formatted, and published online.

Our rigorous peer-review system ensures the publication of high-quality, credible, and impactful research. The whole process may take up to 8 weeks.

Archiving and Repository Policies

Foresight and Public Health is committed to the long-term preservation and accessibility of published research. The journal follows the self-archiving policy, allowing authors to deposit their accepted manuscripts in institutional repositories and public archives.

Additionally, all published articles are archived in reputable indexing and repository databases, including:

  • Magiran
  • Scientific Information Database (SID)
  • Noormags
  • Civilica
  • Ensani

By ensuring extensive archiving and indexing, the journal guarantees that its published content remains accessible for future research and policymaking.