Focus and Scope

SPRUNG is an international, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing theoretical, empirical, and practical research in the fields of public policy, public administration, governance, and urban studies. The journal provides a scholarly forum for researchers, academics, policymakers, government practitioners, and other stakeholders to exchange knowledge, perspectives, and innovative approaches to addressing contemporary challenges in public governance and urban development.

SPRUNG welcomes high-quality original research articles, theoretical and conceptual studies, and evidence-based policy analyses that contribute to the advancement of knowledge and practice in public policy, administration, governance, and urban affairs. Interdisciplinary and comparative studies are particularly encouraged, especially those that offer meaningful theoretical insights, methodological contributions, or practical implications for improving public institutions and urban communities.

Research Focus

1. Public Policy & Regulation
This area focuses on the formulation, implementation, evaluation, and governance of public policies and regulatory frameworks. It covers policy analysis, evidence-based policymaking, regulatory effectiveness, policy innovation, institutional regulation, and the assessment of social, economic, and environmental impacts of public policies.

2. Public Administration & Governance
This area examines the management, reform, and performance of public institutions and administrative systems. It includes public-sector reform, transparency, accountability, institutional effectiveness, bureaucratic modernization, public service innovation, digital government, administrative capacity, and collaborative governance involving government and non-government stakeholders.

3. Urban Governance & Development
This area addresses the governance, planning, management, and development of urban areas and communities. It encompasses urban planning, public service delivery, participatory governance, community engagement, local government, sustainable and inclusive urban development, urban management, and collaborative approaches to addressing social, economic, and environmental challenges in cities.

4. Contemporary Urban Issues
This area focuses on emerging and complex challenges affecting cities and urban communities in the contemporary era. Topics include urbanization, climate resilience, smart cities, digital governance, urban sustainability, urban mobility, social inequality, environmental challenges, disaster and crisis management, and innovative approaches to improving urban quality of life and building resilient communities.