Call for Editorial Board Members: Urban Science and Social Planning

01/22/2026

We invite visionary scholars, urban planners, policy analysts, and interdisciplinary experts to join the Editorial Board of Urban Science and Social Planning (USSP)—a leading open-access journal redefining how data, technology, and social equity shape modern cities.

  About USSP

Published by Chun Cheng Publisher, USSP bridges urban science, social policy, and technological innovation to address 21st-century urban challenges: from smart city governance and inclusive spatial planning, to community resilience and equitable resource distribution. As a peer-reviewed open-access (OA) journal, we prioritize research that translates academic insights into actionable urban solutions—making USSP a trusted platform for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers globally.

  Editorial Board Responsibilities
  1. Manuscript Evaluation: Review 4–6 submissions annually (aligned with your expertise in urban studies, social planning, or related fields), providing detailed, solution-focused feedback and decision recommendations within 4 weeks.
  2. Thematic Leadership: Propose special issues (e.g., "AI-driven equitable housing planning" or "climate resilience in informal urban settlements") to align USSP with emerging urban trends.
  3. Stakeholder Connection: Link USSP to professional networks (e.g., urban planning associations, municipal agencies) to expand diverse, practice-oriented submissions.
  Benefits of Joining
  1. Profile Visibility: A featured editorial board profile (with your research focus and affiliations) on the USSP website, amplifying your influence in urban governance and planning circles.
  2. Exclusive Access: Full complimentary access to USSP’s archive of cutting-edge urban research, plus early access to upcoming issues.
  3. Impact-Driven Collaboration: Partner with global leaders to shape research that directly informs urban policy and community well-being.
  4. Publishing Privilege: Waived article processing charges (APCs) for 2 original research papers per year.

 

If you are committed to building cities that are inclusive, sustainable, and people-centered, your expertise will be invaluable to USSP. To apply, submit your updated CV (highlighting urban/social planning-related work) to editor_ussp@chuncheng-pub.com by February 15, 2026.

We look forward to co-creating equitable urban futures with you!

 

Urban Science and Social Planning (USSP) Editorial Office

Chun Cheng Publisher SDN BHD

Email: editor_ussp@chuncheng-pub.com

Website: https://journal.chuncheng-pub.com/index.php/ussp