The Baku Research Institute publishes original scholarship on theoretical topics and issues related to Azerbaijan. We accept submissions in Azerbaijani or English across four publication categories: Research Articles, Opinion Pieces, Responses, and Translations. Before submitting, please review our guidelines below.
- SUBMISSION CATEGORIES
Research Articles
Length: 4,000 words maximum (including references)
Research Articles should present original analysis, with a clear scholarly structure:
a) Introduction: Concisely state your research question, significance, methodology, and key argument. Situate your work within existing literature and identify your contribution. (~10% of total length)
b) Main Body: Develop your argument with appropriate section headings. Present evidence, analysis, and address potential counterarguments.
c) Conclusion: Summarize your findings and their implications without introducing new material. You may suggest directions for future research. (~10% of total length or less)
Opinion Pieces
Length: 2,000-3,000 words (including references)
Opinion Pieces address timely issues of public importance. They should:
a) Clearly articulate the topic and its significance
b) Present a distinctive viewpoint or policy recommendation
c) Engage with existing debates and perspectives
d) Support arguments with relevant evidence
e) Provide actionable conclusions
Responses
Length: 1,000-1,500 words (including references)
Responses directly engage with previously published BRI content. They should:
a) Clearly identify the article being addressed
b) Focus specifically on arguments presented in the original piece
c) Provide substantive critique supported by evidence
d) Maintain a professional, scholarly tone
Translations
Length: No specific limit
For proposed translations, please:
a) Contact us first with information about the text you wish to translate
b) Explain its scholarly significance and relevance to our audience
c) Obtain any necessary copyright permissions before submission
- FORMATTING AND STYLE
Citations: Authors may use either:
a) Chicago Author-Date style (in-text citations)
b) Chicago Notes and Bibliography style (footnotes)
Whichever system you choose, please apply it consistently throughout your submission. For Chicago Author-Date guidelines, see: https://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/authors/style/reference/tf_ChicagoAD.pdf
Word Limits: Articles exceeding the prescribed word limit may be considered for publication under exceptional circumstances, contingent upon editorial discretion and the scholarly significance of the contribution.
- SUBMISSION PROCESS
Complete Manuscripts: Email your finished manuscript to briadmin@bakuresearchinstitute.org
Proposals: For article proposals, submit a one-page abstract outlining your:
a) Topic and research question
b) Key argument or thesis
c) Theoretical framework or methodology
d) Significance and contribution to existing literature
- REVIEW PROCESS
Our editorial review typically takes up to one month. After review, submissions will be: - Accepted without revision: Ready for publication as submitted
- Accepted with minor revisions: Requires limited changes before publication
- Accepted with substantial revisions: Requires significant revisions before reconsideration
- Declined: Not suitable for publication in our platform
Authors of accepted manuscripts will receive detailed feedback from our editors. Authors of declined submissions will receive notification without detailed feedback.
For additional questions about our publication process, please contact: briadmin@bakuresearchinstitute.org
