About the Journal
Journal of Critical Synthetic Realism (JCSR)
The Journal of Critical Synthetic Realism (JCSR) is a peer-reviewed, open access academic journal dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary scholarship grounded in the framework of Critical Synthetic Realism (CSR). The journal provides a platform for rigorous research exploring the nature of reality, knowledge, value, and social transformation, with particular attention to the problem of epistemic fracture—the misalignment between belief and reality.
JCSR publishes original research articles, theoretical contributions, and interdisciplinary studies across philosophy, theology, social sciences, and related fields. The journal is especially interested in work that integrates critical analysis with synthetic approaches to knowledge, addressing contemporary intellectual and societal challenges.
Open Access Policy
JCSR operates under a full open access model, ensuring that all published content is freely available to readers worldwide without subscription or access fees. This reflects the journal’s commitment to the broad dissemination of knowledge and the advancement of global scholarly dialogue.
All articles are published under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0), which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
© Copyright Notice
Authors retain full copyright of their work. By submitting to JCSR, authors grant the journal a non-exclusive license to publish and distribute their articles. Proper attribution to the original authors and source is required for any reuse of published material.
Sponsorship and Publisher
The journal is published by the International Society for Critical Synthetic Realism and is supported by Saint Monica University, Cameroon, which provides institutional backing for its editorial and operational activities.
Archiving and Preservation
To ensure long-term digital preservation and accessibility, the journal participates in recognized archiving systems, including:
- LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe)
- CLOCKSS (Controlled LOCKSS)
These systems guarantee that published content remains secure, accessible, and permanently preserved.
Privacy Statement
JCSR is committed to protecting the privacy of its authors, reviewers, and readers. Personal information collected by the journal—such as names, email addresses, and institutional affiliations—will be used solely for editorial and publishing purposes and will not be shared with third parties or used for any unrelated activities.
History of the Journal
The Journal of Critical Synthetic Realism was established to provide a dedicated scholarly platform for the development and application of CSR as a philosophical and interdisciplinary framework. The inaugural issue marks the beginning of an ongoing effort to reconstruct knowledge and address epistemic challenges in contemporary thought.
Mission
The mission of JCSR is to contribute to the reconstruction of knowledge in an age of fragmentation by promoting research that integrates truth, critique, and synthesis. The journal seeks to advance scholarship that not only deepens theoretical understanding but also informs practical responses to global intellectual and societal challenges.
Audience
JCSR is intended for:
- Scholars and researchers across disciplines
- Philosophers and theologians
- Social scientists and policy thinkers
- Educators and institutional leaders
- Practitioners interested in knowledge, reality, and transformation