About the Journal

Lingua Nexus: A Scholarly Archive for Language Studies, Humanities, and Translation

Journal Overview

Lingua Nexus is a peer-reviewed, open-access online journal dedicated to cultivating scholarly discourse in the multifaceted fields of language studies, humanities, and translation research. This journal is published two (2) times a year with a focus on fostering deeper articles on human language and culture activities which include and are not limited to the fields of humanities and translation science.  The published articles have been reviewed by two anonymous partners to ensure the quality of the published articles.  Our mission is to provide a platform for innovative researchers, scholars, and practitioners to share their research findings, critical analyses, and theoretical insights.

Lingua Nexus welcomes submissions that explore a wide range of topics within the following areas:

  1. Language studies: encompass a wide range of disciplines that explore the nature, structure, and use of human language. Here's a breakdown of the primary areas of focus within language studies:  

Core Areas of Language Studies

  1. Linguistics:
    • Phonetics and Phonology: The study of speech sounds and sound systems.  
    • Morphology: The study of word structure and formation.  
    • Syntax: The study of sentence structure and grammar.  
    • Semantics: The study of meaning in language.  
    • Pragmatics: The study of language use in context.  
  1. Language Education:
    • Second Language Acquisition: The study of how people learn a second language.  
    • Language Teaching Methodology: The development and implementation of effective language teaching methods.  
    • Curriculum Development: The design and implementation of language curricula.  

Interdisciplinary Areas

  1. Sociolinguistics: The study of the relationship between language and society.  
  2. Psycholinguistics: The study of the psychological processes involved in language use.  
  3. Historical Linguistics: The study of language change over time.  
  4. Computational Linguistics: The application of computational methods to analyze and process language data.  
  5. Neurolinguistics: The study of the neural basis of language.  
  6. Forensic Linguistics: The application of linguistic analysis to legal contexts.  
  7. Cognitive Linguistics: The study of the relationship between language and cognition. 
  1. Humanities Studies: is a broad field of study that explores the human experience through culture, history, language, and the arts. It encompasses a wide range of disciplines that delve into the complexities of human thought, emotion, and creativity.  

Core Disciplines of Humanities

  1. Literature:
    • Analysis of written works, including novels, poetry, drama, and short stories.  
    • Study of literary theory and criticism.  
    • Exploration of cultural and historical contexts of literature.  
  1. History:
    • Investigation of past events and their significance.
    • Analysis of historical documents and artefacts.
    • Study of historical periods, cultures, and societies.  
  1. Art History:
    • Analysis of visual art, including painting, sculpture, and architecture.  
    • Study of art movements and styles.  
    • Exploration of the cultural and historical context of art.  

Interdisciplinary Fields

Humanities also includes interdisciplinary fields that combine elements of various disciplines:  

  • Cultural Studies: The study of culture, society, and identity.  
  • Media Studies: The study of media, including television, film, and digital media.  
  • Gender Studies: The study of gender roles, identities, and inequalities.  
  • Postcolonial Studies: The study of the impact of colonialism on cultures and societies. 
  1. Translation Studies: a multidisciplinary field that explores the theory and practice of translating texts from one language to another. It delves into various aspects of translation, from linguistic and cultural considerations to technological advancements.

Core Discipline of Translation Studies

  1. Translation Theory:
    • Translation Universals: Investigating general principles and patterns in translation.
    • Translation Strategies: Exploring different approaches to translating specific text types and contexts.
    • Translation Norms: Analyzing the norms and conventions that guide translation practices.
  1. Translation Practice:
    • Translation Processes: Examining the cognitive and linguistic processes involved in translation.
    • Translation Quality Assessment: Evaluating the quality of translations using various criteria.
    • Translation Tools and Technologies: Utilizing computer-assisted translation tools and machine translation systems.

Manuscript Submission Guidelines

To ensure a rigorous and efficient review process, please adhere to the following guidelines:

Original Research: Manuscripts must present original research findings that contribute significantly to the field.

Peer Review: All submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process conducted by experts in the relevant field.

Formatting: Manuscripts should be formatted according to the journal's style guide, which is available on the journal's website.

Citation Style: Please follow the specified citation style (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago).

Language: Manuscripts should be written in clear and concise English.

Ethical Considerations: All authors are expected to adhere to the highest ethical standards, including plagiarism prevention and accurate reporting of research findings.

Open Access Policy

Lingua Nexus is committed to making research freely accessible to the global academic community. All articles published in the journal are available under an open-access license, ensuring widespread dissemination of knowledge.

Key Features

Rigorous Peer Review: Ensures the highest quality standards.

Rapid Publication: Timely review and publication process.

Global Reach: Wide dissemination of research findings.

Interdisciplinary Focus: Encourages cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Open Access: Free access to all published content.

By publishing in Lingua Nexus, authors contribute to the advancement of knowledge and facilitate interdisciplinary dialogue. We invite researchers, scholars, and practitioners to submit their work and join our community of scholars.