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Submission Preparation Checklist

As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.
  • The submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration (or an explanation has been provided in Comments to the Editor).
  • The submission file is in OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, or RTF document file format.
  • Where available, URLs for the references have been provided.
  • The text is single-spaced; uses a 12-point font; employs italics, rather than underlining (except with URL addresses); and all illustrations, figures, and tables are placed within the text at the appropriate points, rather than at the end.
  • The text adheres to the stylistic and bibliographic requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.

Author Guidelines

Studia Phaenomenologica welcomes original scholarly contributions that advance research in phenomenology and related areas of continental philosophy. Authors are requested to follow the guidelines below when preparing and submitting manuscripts.

  1. Scope of the Journal

Studia Phaenomenologica publishes high-quality research in phenomenology, continental philosophy, and interdisciplinary philosophical studies. The journal encourages critical engagement with the phenomenological tradition and its contemporary developments.

The journal accepts submissions under the following two categories:

Regular Submissions
Regular submissions include original research articles that address themes in phenomenology, hermeneutics, existential philosophy, ethics, philosophy of religion, philosophy of culture, and related philosophical disciplines. Interdisciplinary contributions that connect phenomenology with theology, literature, social sciences, and cultural studies are also encouraged.

Special Issue Submissions
The journal periodically publishes special thematic issues devoted to specific philosophical themes, intellectual traditions, or emerging areas of research. Special issues may adopt a multidisciplinary approach, encouraging contributions that engage phenomenological perspectives in dialogue with fields such as theology, religious studies, literature, cultural studies, psychology, sociology, political theory, and other areas within the humanities and social sciences.

  1. Types of Contributions

The journal accepts the following types of manuscripts:

  • Research Articles – Original scholarly contributions presenting new arguments or interpretations.
  • Review Essays – Critical analyses of recent developments or important works in the field.
  • Book Reviews – Reviews of recently published books relevant to phenomenology and continental philosophy.
  1. Language

Manuscripts may be submitted in English or Romanian. Authors should ensure that the language used is clear, grammatically correct, and suitable for academic publication. Authors whose first language is not English are encouraged to have their manuscripts professionally edited prior to submission.

  1. Manuscript Length

Recommended manuscript lengths are as follows:

  • Research Articles: 6,000 – 10,000 words
  • Review Essays: 3,000 – 5,000 words
  • Book Reviews: 1,000 – 2,000 words

For special issues or exceptional scholarly contributions, some flexibility in length may be permitted at the discretion of the editorial board.

  1. Manuscript Formatting

Manuscripts should be prepared according to the following formatting requirements:

  • File format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
  • Font: Times New Roman
  • Font size: 12 pt
  • Line spacing: 1.5
  • Margins: 1 inch (2.5 cm) on all sides
  • Pages should be numbered consecutively.
  1. Title Page

A separate title page must be provided containing:

  • Full title of the manuscript
  • Author name(s)
  • Institutional affiliation(s)
  • Email address of the corresponding author
  • ORCID ID (if available)

To ensure blind peer review, the manuscript file should not contain any identifying information about the author(s).

  1. Abstract and Keywords

Each submission must include:

  • Abstract: 150–200 words summarizing the purpose, argument, and contribution of the article.
  • Keywords: 4–6 keywords representing the main themes of the article.
  1. Headings and Structure

Manuscripts should be organized using clear headings and subheadings to enhance readability. Authors should maintain a logical structure and ensure that the argument develops coherently throughout the article.

  1. Citations and References

The journal generally follows the Chicago style (Notes and Bibliography) citation system.

  • References should appear as footnotes within the text.
  • A complete bibliography should be provided at the end of the manuscript.
  • All sources cited must be properly referenced.
  1. Figures, Tables, and Illustrations

If included, figures and tables must be:

  • Clearly labeled and numbered.
  • Referenced within the text.
  • Provided in high-resolution format.

Authors are responsible for obtaining permission for any copyrighted material.

  1. Submission Procedure

Manuscripts should be submitted through the journal’s online submission system available on the journal website. Authors must submit:

  • The anonymized manuscript file
  • A separate title page with author details
  • Any relevant supplementary files or permissions.

Submission of a manuscript indicates that the work is original and not under consideration by another publication.

  1. Peer Review Process

All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process. Each manuscript is evaluated by independent expert reviewers based on originality, scholarly contribution, clarity of argument, methodological rigor, and relevance to the journal’s scope.

  1. Open Access and Article Processing Charges

Studia Phaenomenologica is an open access journal, providing free and immediate access to its published content.

The Article Processing Charge (APC) applies upon acceptance:

  • Authors based in Romania: EUR 1400
  • Authors from other countries: EUR 1800
  1. Copyright and Licensing

Copyright of all published articles is held by the journal. Articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License, which permits sharing with proper attribution for non-commercial purposes without modification.

  1. Ethical Standards

Authors must adhere to recognized standards of academic integrity. Submissions must be original, properly cite all sources, and avoid plagiarism or unethical practices. Any conflicts of interest should be disclosed at the time of submission.

  1. Contact

For questions regarding submissions or editorial policies, authors may contact the editorial office through the journal’s official website.

Copyright Notice

Authors submitting manuscripts to Studia Phaenomenologica are required to agree to the following copyright terms as part of the submission and publication process.

Upon acceptance of a manuscript, authors agree to transfer the copyright of the published work to Studia Phaenomenologica. The journal therefore serves as the official copyright holder for all published articles. This transfer enables the journal to publish, reproduce, distribute, and archive the work in print and electronic formats, and to ensure long-term accessibility through scholarly databases and indexing services.

All articles published in the journal are made available under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. Under this license, readers are permitted to access, download, and share the published material for non-commercial purposes, provided that proper credit is given to the journal and the author(s), and that the content is not altered, transformed, or used to create derivative works.

By submitting a manuscript, authors confirm that the work is original, has not been previously published, and is not currently under consideration by another journal or publisher. Authors are also responsible for ensuring that any third-party material included in the manuscript has been used with appropriate permission and proper acknowledgment.

Submission of a manuscript to Studia Phaenomenologica implies acceptance of these copyright terms and the journal’s publication policies.

Privacy Statement

The names, email addresses, and other personal information entered on the Studia Phaenomenologica journal website will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of this journal and will not be made available for any other purpose or to any third party.

Personal data provided by authors, reviewers, and editors during the submission and editorial process are collected solely to support the management, review, and publication of scholarly manuscripts. Such information may be used for communication regarding manuscript submissions, peer review, editorial decisions, and publication updates.

The journal is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all users. Personal information will be handled securely and in accordance with recognized data protection principles. Access to personal data is restricted to authorized editorial staff and individuals directly involved in the editorial and publishing process.

The journal does not sell, distribute, or disclose personal data to external organizations except where required for legitimate publishing purposes, such as indexing services, digital archiving platforms, or legal obligations.

By registering or submitting manuscripts to Studia Phaenomenologica, users consent to the collection and use of their personal information for the purposes described above.