The Journal of Open Inquiry in the Behavioral Sciences (JOIBS) is the official publication of the Society for Open Inquiry in Behavioral Science. Dedicated to fostering intellectual exchange and upholding the highest standards of scholarly rigor, the journal provides a platform for the dissemination of empirical research across all domains of behavioral science, broadly defined. JOIBS emphasizes a commitment to free inquiry and encourages vibrant academic discourse through its policy of post-publication peer commentary. The journal exclusively publishes empirical studies and commentaries on these studies. Submissions are welcomed on a rolling basis, ensuring continuous opportunities for scholars to contribute and engage.

Our mission is to foster rigorous scholarship, transparent processes, and meaningful academic dialogue that pushes the boundaries of interdisciplinary inquiry.

Our Vision for Scholarly Communication

JOIBS is committed to reimagining traditional academic publishing. We believe that research thrives in an environment of openness, collaboration, and ongoing engagement. To that end, we’ve introduced several unique features that set us apart:

• Transparent Peer Review: Every article we publish includes the reviews it received during the peer review process. This transparency provides readers with insight into the scholarly conversations that shaped the final work.
• Reader Engagement: We invite readers to actively participate in the scholarly dialogue by submitting questions or comments about any published article. These questions, along with the authors' responses, are published alongside the article to foster a richer understanding of the research.
• Continuous Review: JOIBS enables ongoing engagement with research. Readers can submit reviews or critiques for any article, regardless of when it was published. Authors can respond to these contributions, creating a dynamic and evolving discourse.

Our Commitment to Quality and Innovation

At JOIBS, we uphold the highest standards of academic integrity and rigor. Our peer review process ensures that every manuscript is evaluated fairly and constructively by experts in the field. By welcoming contributions from both invited reviewers and the broader academic community, we aim to create a journal that reflects the diversity and dynamism of behavioral science research.

Join the Conversation

Whether you’re an author, reviewer, or reader, JOIBS offers a space for you to contribute, learn, and engage. Together, we can build a more transparent, inclusive, and impactful academic community.