Special Issue on Pandemics and Social Science

Pandemics and Social Science seeks to explore the multifaceted social, economic, political, and cultural impacts of pandemics through the lens of the social sciences. It welcomes interdisciplinary research that examines how societies respond to health crises, including changes in public behavior, governance, communication, inequality, mental health, labor, and education. By drawing on disciplines such as sociology, anthropology, economics, political science, psychology, and public policy, this theme aims to deepen our understanding of how pandemics reshape human interaction, expose systemic vulnerabilities, and influence long-term social transformation on both local and global scales.

In this special issue, we intend to invite front-line researchers and authors to submit original research and review articles on exploring Pandemics and Social Science. Potential topics include, but are not limited to:

• Historical and current pandemics
• Impact of pandemics on public health
• Social and economic consequences of pandemics
• Role of health organizations in combatting pandemics
• Pandemic preparedness and response strategies
• Psychological impacts of pandemics
• Ethical considerations during pandemics
• Pandemics on vulnerable populations
• Technology and innovation in the fight against pandemics
• Impact of travel and globalization on pandemics
• Government policies on pandemic control measures
• Misinformation and fake news during pandemics
• Effectiveness of quarantine and contact tracing measures
• Impact of pandemics on healthcare systems and providers
• Potential long-term health consequences of pandemics
• Impact of climate change on the likelihood and severity of pandemics
• Public perception and attitudes towards pandemics

Authors should read over the journal’s For Authors carefully before submission. Prospective authors should submit an electronic copy of their complete manuscript through the journal’s Paper Submission System.

Please kindly specify the “Special Issue” under your manuscript title. The research field “Special Issue - Pandemics and Social Science” should be selected during your submission.

Special Issue Timetable:

Guest Editor:

Dr. Aruna B. Patil

Community Medicine, Integrative Medical Research

ESIC Medical College and Hospital, India

For further questions or inquiries, please contact Editorial Assistant at jss@scirp.org.