The Journal of "Cognitive Research in Political Studies" aims to support research and the publication of articles in the field of cognitive research within political studies, adopting domestic, regional, and international perspectives. The primary objective of this scientific journal is to produce political studies based on cognitive science and share them with professors, students, and researchers in the dimensions of cognitive research in political studies, within the framework of problematizing research.
Although the journal's main priority is to address cognitive research issues and political studies specific to the country in each issue, it also welcomes contributions that possess transnational relevance. Overall, the most important goals pursued by the journal are:
- Addressing and resolving strategic issues and concerns, prioritizing cognitive research in political studies;
- Contributing to the enhancement of scientific and specialized knowledge among experts and specialists in academic, national, and military fields;
- Deepening the awareness and understanding of decision-makers and executives to facilitate policymaking for better seizing opportunities and confronting challenges more effectively at various levels;
- Cognitive research in political studies, artificial intelligence, counter-techniques, and smart warfare;
- Understanding the layers and objectives of cognitive warfare and proposing solutions;
- Introducing new research achievements and fostering an environment for the exchange of ideas in cognitive research within political studies;
- Assisting in problem identification and resolution in science, concerning the connection between cognitive research and political studies;
- Principles and dimensions of cognitive research in political studies;
- Cognitive research in political studies and governance models;
- Analyzing the mindset and cognitive decision-making processes of political elites and rulers;
- Political behavior and conduct in the post-truth era and the role of artificial intelligence within it;
- Aiding prediction, planning, and various estimations regarding the future of political-military, political-security, political-defensive, and political-warfare environments, and enhancing policymaking and decision-making in theoretical and practical issues ahead;
- Creating a foundation and context for linking research and studies in cognitive science and political studies with the policymaking and decision-making processes of the country's military and civilian institutions;
- Producing, promoting, and establishing discourse on the relationship between cognitive science and political studies, considering cognitive warfare as the fifth dimension of warfare corresponding to the second phase of the Islamic Revolution.
Through the publication of high-quality, research-based content, the journal aspires to offer valuable academic resources for researchers, policymakers, and executive practitioners working in the field of Cognitive Research in Political Studies contexts.