BIG_Lab is sharing the following call for papers from the Journal of Advanced Studies on Borders, Cooperation and Development, published by CESCI (Central European Service for Cross-Border Initiatives).
Journal of Advanced Studies on Borders, Cooperation and Development
Volume 3, Issue 1.
Urban Borders
Call for Papers
In an increasingly interconnected yet fragmented world, urban borders are no longer merely peripheral edge lines where jurisdictions end. Instead, they function as complex, dynamic cross-border structures that cut through, link and actively reshape regions. Operating simultaneously as barriers and conduits, these areas link together distinct political, economic and social systems while reinforcing stark spatial inequalities.
Whether bridging international twin cities or anchoring transnational economic corridors, cross-border urban spaces serve as unique hubs of tension and innovation. They generate specific institutional frameworks, infrastructure networks and everyday practices that challenge traditional definitions of sovereignty and scale. This special issue seeks to critically examine the concept of 'urban borders' by exploring how these dynamics are materialised, governed and experienced, thereby inviting scholars to investigate the intricate interplay between physical infrastructure, policy frameworks, and grassroots realities at these vital intersections.
Open Access: Articles are published online via the Open Journal Systems (OJS).
Persistent Identifiers: Every published article is assigned a unique DOI number.
No Publication Fees: The journal does not charge any Article Processing Charges or submission fees.
No Author Compensation: Authors retain copyright, but no royalties or financial compensation are paid for submissions.
Submission Guidelines
Abstract Length: 300–500 words (including 5 keywords).
Paper Length: 40,000–60,000 characters with references (including spaces).
Format: Follow the ABCD Journal formatting guidelines: https://budapest.cesci-net.eu/wp-content/uploads/_publications/ABCD_Journal_style_guidelines.pdf
Submission: https://ojs.mtak.hu/index.php/abcd/about/submissions
Submission deadline: January 15, 2027.
For any questions, please contact: teodor.gyelnik@cesci-net.eu