Spektrum Iran

Spektrum Iran  is a double-blind peer reviewed electronic and print Semiannual publication concerned with appropriate aspects of Iranian culture and Islamic-Iranian civilization. SPEKTRUM IRAN is an open access journal, which publishes of original research papers, review papers, and case reports across fields of Iranian culture and Islamic-Iranian civilization. SPEKTRUM IRAN is publishing in collaboration with UNESCO Chair in Social Health and Development and Anthropology Society of Iran. The SPEKTRUM IRAN is not member of Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) yet, but follows the uniform requirements for manuscripts submitted, issued by the COPE code of conduct for editors. The coverage begins with SPIR Journal content published since the 1st. issue in 1988. All submitted manuscripts are checked for similarity through a trustworthy software named iThenticate to be assured about its originality and then rigorously peer-reviewed by the international reviewers.

All articles published in Spektrum Iran are immediately open access under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International (CC BY-NC 4.0) license. 

Publication authorization is certified by the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance; No. 3/18/75687; 12 July 2015. SPEKTRUM IRAN Journal also has been approved to be indexed in Ministry of Science, Research and Technology as Scientific-Research Publication value. 

PUBLISHER

Publisher:  Cultural consultation of Iran in Germany
Journal Name: Spektrum Iran
Original Language: German and English
First Issue: 1988
Print ISSN: 0934-358X  Online-ISSN: 3051-925X
Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Younes Nourbakhsh
Managing Director: Dr. Mohammad Mahdi Imanipour
Publication Frequency: Biannual (2 issues per year) 

CONTACT ADDRESS

Drakestr. 3, 12205 Berlin

Website: https://www.spektrumiran.com/

Email: spektrumiran@irankultur.com

Tel: +49 30 740 715 400

APPROPRIATE EDITORIAL CONTENT

SPEKTRUM IRAN is committed to publishing a broad spectrum of conceptual articles that make a new theoretical and/or substantive contribution to the field of Iranian culture and Islamic-Iranian civilization.  The main aspects of research areas include, but are not exclusive to; History: The history of Iran before Islam, Islamic Iran, the history of Shiism; Philosophy and Theology; Art and Thought, and Cultural-Social Studies.

The articles of various entities will be deposited immediately into the online repository, after the completion of the review processes. Furthermore, all published articles will be asked to be assigned with DOI provided by cross reference, which will keep up-to-date information on various disciplines of published papers in SPEKTRUM IRAN and the same will reach to Global community directly and on time.

CORE VALUE

SPEKTRUM IRAN Journal has the core values as:

- Scientific integrity

- Quality

- Originality

- Clarity

- Novelty

- Knowledge dissemination. 

PUBLISHING SCHEDULE

SPEKTRUM IRAN is a Semiannual publication releasing 2 issues each year (winter/spring & Summer/Autumn).  Exact schedule of publication for each season is as the following:

1. January & April
2. July and October

TYPES OF ARTICLES 

SPIR considers manuscript types, including Original Research Articles, Review Articles, Case Reports. 

TARGET AUDIENCE

Spektrum Iran publishes original research articles, review papers, and case studies across various fields of Iranian culture and civilization, as well as Islam and Shi‘ism. The journal particularly focuses on the history of Iran before Islam, philosophy and theology, art and thought, and cultural and social studies.

The primary audience of this journal includes students, researchers, academics, and cultural practitioners engaged in Iranian studies, Islamic studies, philosophy, art, and sociology. Additionally, governmental and non-governmental organizations, educational and research institutions, and cultural bodies in Persian- and German-speaking countries can benefit from the journal’s content.

Organizations that may find this journal relevant include:

• Islamic Culture and Relations Organization
• Universities and research institutes specializing in Iranian and Islamic studies
• Cultural and artistic organizations in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland
• Educational and research institutions in Iran and other Persian-speaking countries
• Non-governmental organizations active in the field of Iranian culture and civilization

GOVERNING BODY

SPIR has a very strong editorial board, whose members are recognized experts in the subject areas included within the journal’s scope. The full names and affiliations of the journal’s editors are provided on the journal’s Web site (https://www.spektrumiran.com/journal/editorial.board?lang=en).

EDITORIAL FREEDOM 

The SPIR journal adopts the principle of editorial freedom, which means that Editors-in-Chief have full authority over the overall content of the articles selected for publication in the journal. Key aspects of this principle include:

• Editors-in-Chief must have the authority to evaluate, select, schedule, and edit individual articles, either directly or by creating an environment that significantly influences editorial decisions.
• Editorial decisions should be based on the scientific validity of the work and its importance to the journal’s readership, rather than on commercial considerations.
• Editors-in-Chief are responsible for establishing an independent editorial advisory board to assist in developing and maintaining editorial policies.
• Editors should seek input, as needed, from a wide range of advisers, including reviewers, editorial staff, members of the editorial board, and readers, to support editorial decisions and any potentially controversial expressions of opinion.
• In legal issues, editors should promptly inform their legal adviser as well as the journal’s owner and/or publisher.
• Editors must maintain the confidentiality of authors and peer reviewers (including names and reviewer comments) in accordance with SPIR
• To ensure practical editorial freedom, editors should have direct access to the highest level of ownership rather than to a delegated manager or administrative officer.

CONFIDENTIALITY 

Manuscripts submitted to journals are considered privileged communications and constitute the private and confidential property of the authors. Premature disclosure of any details of a manuscript may cause harm to the authors. Therefore, editors must not share any information about manuscripts—including receipt, status in the review process, content, reviewer comments, or final decisions—with anyone other than the authors and assigned reviewers. The SPIR journal adheres to the following confidentiality policies:

• Editors and journal staff must keep all information regarding submitted manuscripts strictly confidential and share it only with individuals involved in the evaluation, review, and publication processes.
• Editors may include a confidentiality notice in all correspondence, including reviewer forms, to remind authors, editors, and reviewers of the privileged nature of the information.
• Journals should implement mechanisms for the secure storage, archiving, or destruction of both paper and electronic manuscript review files and related content. Retention schedules—such as how long to keep published manuscripts and associated correspondence, or rejected manuscripts and related communications—should be documented in writing and reviewed regularly.
• Confidential information must not be used for the personal purposes of the editor, and editors should take appropriate measures to prevent misuse of such information by others. In cases of confidentiality breaches by participants in the peer-review process, editors should contact the involved parties and follow up until the matter is fully resolved.
• Requests from third parties to use manuscripts or reviews in legal proceedings should be politely declined, and editors should make every effort to protect confidential material from being disclosed even if legally subpoenaed.
• Editors must not publish or disclose peer reviewers’ comments without the explicit permission of both the reviewer and the author.
• Confidentiality may only be breached in cases where dishonesty or fraud is suspected. In such instances, editors must notify the authors or reviewers of their intentions, while in all other cases, confidentiality must be fully maintained.

ACCESS AND COPYRIGHT

SPIR database is fully open access and full text of published articles is available for everyone who can get access to the Journal website and Authors retain copyright under the terms of Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International (CC-BY-NC) License. Under this licence, You are free to Share, copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format Under the following terms:

• Attribution: You must give appropriate credit, provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made. You may do so in any reasonable manner, but not in any way that suggests the licensor endorses you or your use.
• NonCommercial: You may not use the material for commercial purposes.
• NoDerivatives: If you remix, transform, or build upon the material, you may not distribute the modified material.
• No additional restrictions: You may not apply legal terms or technological measures that legally restrict others from doing anything the license permits.

Once a manuscript is accepted for publication in SPIR, authors will be asked to complete a copyright agreement form (https://www.spektrumiran.com/page_2626.html?lang=en)

CORRECTIONS, EXPRESSIONS OF CONCERN, AND RETRACTIONS POLICY 

The Journal of Spektrum Iran (SPIR) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of editorial integrity and scientific accuracy. To ensure transparency and trust in the publication process, the journal has established clear procedures for handling corrections, expressions of concern, and retractions.

1. Corrections
Corrections are issued when significant errors are identified in published articles that may affect the interpretation or understanding of the research. All corrections are published as separate notices and are linked to the original article to ensure readers are fully informed.

2. Expressions of Concern
An expression of concern may be published if there are serious doubts about the integrity or reliability of a published article, but the issues have not yet been fully resolved. This notice serves to alert readers while the investigation is ongoing.

3. Retractions
A retraction is issued when a published article is found to be fundamentally flawed or unreliable, often due to ethical violations, data fabrication, plagiarism, or other serious issues. Retracted articles are clearly marked and should not be considered part of the scientific record.

Contact for Corrections, Expressions of Concern, or Retractions
Authors and readers who identify errors or concerns are encouraged to contact the editorial office:

• Name: Editor-in-Cheif

• Email: spektrumiran@irankultur.com

The journal follows the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) to ensure that all cases are handled fairly, consistently, and transparently.

Revenue Sources

Spektrum Iran is a non-commercial, open-access scholarly journal published under the auspices of the Cultural Consultation of Iran in Germany. The journal does not charge any fees for article submission, peer review, or publication.

The journal’s financial and administrative support is provided exclusively by the Cultural Consultation of Iran in Germany, which covers all operational expenses, including website maintenance, editorial management, and online publishing.

Spektrum Iran does not accept advertising, does not receive commercial sponsorship, and does not generate revenue through article processing charges (APCs) or subscriptions. This policy ensures that all