Knowledge That Rises, Evolves and Inspires
Ascend publishes rigorous, ethical and impactful research across business, education, the social sciences and humanities. Every submission is reviewed under double-blind conditions, and every article is free to read from the day it is published.
- Open Access
- Double-Blind Peer Review
- Four Volumes per Year
Aims and Scope
Scholarship That Crosses Disciplinary Boundaries
Ascend embraces a wide spectrum of disciplines, providing a platform where innovative ideas and interdisciplinary scholarship converge.
Behind Ascend
A Call to Action, Not Just a Name

The ASCEND: Journal of Interdisciplinary Scholarship and Innovation embodies the spirit of progress, collaboration, and discovery. It tells a story of ambition and growth — the stylised “A” rising with a dynamic arrow symbolises the pursuit of excellence and the continuous climb toward new heights of knowledge. The gradient shades of blue and gold represent wisdom and innovation, while the ascending bars behind the arrow echo the steady advancement of research and scholarship across disciplines.
The name ASCEND itself is a call to action — an invitation for researchers, educators, and innovators to elevate their ideas, challenge boundaries, and contribute to a global dialogue that transcends traditional academic silos. The journal’s tagline, “Journal of Interdisciplinary Scholarship and Innovation,” reflects its mission to unite diverse fields of study, fostering creativity and collaboration that lead to meaningful impact.
At its core, ASCEND is more than a publication — it’s a platform for visionaries who believe that knowledge should rise, evolve, and inspire. Whether you’re exploring new theories, developing groundbreaking technologies, or reimagining social paradigms, ASCEND welcomes your work and celebrates your journey upward.
Vision
ASCEND aims to be a distinguished academic journal that not only promotes rigorous and impactful research but also serves as a platform for innovative ideas and solutions. This journal will be dedicated to supporting sustainable development and facilitating meaningful social transformation by showcasing interdisciplinary scholarship that addresses critical issues facing society today.
Mission
ASCEND is committed to publishing rigorous, ethical, and impactful research that fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and enhances scholarly excellence across business, education, social sciences, humanities, and related fields.
Call for Papers
Volume 1, Issue 1 — Submissions Now Open
Read both pages before submitting. They cover the aims and scope, the types of research we accept, how to send your manuscript, and the deadline.
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Call for Peer Reviewers
Help Shape the Scholarship We Publish
Shape the future of interdisciplinary scholarship — join AJISI’s reviewer community.
We are inviting qualified peer reviewers to join Ascend. By collaborating with us you contribute to the dialogue around quality and excellence in academic publishing, ensuring that rigorous research reaches a wider audience and has a lasting impact on society.
- A 10% discount when you publish your own studies with us
- Free training and workshops at upcoming events
- Recognition and promotion as one of our reviewers
- Greater visibility that helps build your academic profile
Editorial Board
The People Behind the Journal
Mark Anthony N. Polinar
DBA, PhD, LPT
Editor-in-Chief
Mary Adeline B. Delos Cientos
MAEd, LPT
Managing Editor
Jenalyn B. Boctot
EdD, LPT
Executive Editor
Joanna Marie U. Ato
MAEd, LPT
Deputy Editor
April Marie N. Mahipos
MAEd, LPT
Technical Editor
Journal Information
Publication Details
The Journal
- Title
- Ascend: Journal of Interdisciplinary Scholarship and Innovation
- Frequency
- Four Volumes per Year
- Peer review
- Double-blind
- Access
- Open Access
- Language
- English and Filipino
- ISSN
- Application in Progress (Print)
Application in Progress (Online) - License
- CC BY-NC 4.0
- Articles published
- 4
Publisher and Contact
AscendWorks PublicationBlock 3 Lot 69, Sitio Manga, Punta Princesa, Cebu City 6000, Philippines
+63 945 520 1847
ascendresearchpublication@gmail.com
ajisiresearch.com

