Heritage of Southwest Asia is a peer-reviewed academic journal affiliated with the Ancient Research Encyclopedia Institute. It is published biannually (two issues per year). The primary language of the journal is Persian, and each article is accompanied by an English Article
With an interdisciplinary perspective, the journal publishes original research and review articles in the fields of archaeology, archaeometry, conservation, cultural heritage architecture, and other historical–cultural studies related to Iran and neighboring regions.
Heritage of Southwest Asia is an open-access journal, which means that all published articles are freely available to readers worldwide. In addition, the journal does not charge authors any fees for submission, review, or publication.
The peer-review process is conducted on a double-blind basis by at least two expert reviewers. The standard review period ranges from 4 to 10 weeks. The journal operates in accordance with the principles of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and the ethical charter of the Ministry of Science, Research, and Technology of Iran. Authors, reviewers, and editors are expected to adhere to these ethical standards.
By providing a rigorous and accessible platform, Heritage of Southwest Asia seeks to advance scholarship in archaeology and cultural heritage studies, contributing to both the academic understanding of the region and its integration into global scholarly discourse.
Journal Name: Heritage of Southwest Asia (HSA) - Mīrās̠-i junūb-i gharbī-i Asiyā
Owner and Publisher: Ancient Research Encyclopedia Institute.
Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Mehdi Razani
Managing Editor: Dr. Babak Sheikh Baghlu Islam
Publication Details:
- Frequency: Biannual (2 issues per year)
-Primary Languages: Persian-English (bilingual)
- Article Standards: Each article includes a standardized Article in the secondary language.
Scope and Focus:
An interdisciplinary journal publishing original research and review articles in:
- Archaeology and Archaeometry
Tangible and intangible cultural heritage in Southwest Asia;
- History and theories of art and architecture in the region's cultural context;
- Archaeometry, material analysis, and traditional technologies;
- Conservation, restoration, and sustainable management of cultural heritage;
- Traditional arts, handicrafts, and intangible intellectual and artistic heritage;
- Interdisciplinary studies linking archaeology, history, art, architecture, and anthropology;
- Analysis of cultural, commercial, and intellectual interactions in Southwest Asia throughout history.
Open Access Policy:
- Full free access to all articles 
- No submission or publication fees for authors
Peer Review Process:
- Double-blind peer review
- Minimum of two specialized reviewers
- Typical review time: 4-10 weeks (Reviewers are normally requested to submit their reports within 21 days.)
Funding and Academic Independence
The ongoing publication costs of the scientific journal Heritage of Southwest Asia, affiliated with the Ancient Research Encyclopedia Institute, as the journal’s owner and publisher. The journal does not charge authors any fees for manuscript submission, processing, peer review, or publication.The journal’s funding sources and any potential financial support do not influence editorial decisions, peer review, or decisions regarding the acceptance or rejection of manuscripts. Editorial and publication decisions are made solely on the basis of the manuscript’s scholarly merit, originality, quality, and relevance to the journal’s scope.
Ethical Framework:
- Follows COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines
- Complies with ethical charters of the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology
- All contributors must adhere to ethical principles
Additional Information:
- Abbreviation: HSA
- Established: 2024 (1403 SH)
- Copyright: Creative Commons license CC-BY
- Digital Identifiers: DOI (from 2024 onward)
- Plagiarism Policy: Follows national regulations for prevention of scientific misconduct
_ ISSN Online: 3116-0280X
Heritage of Southwest Asia Journal is present in a range of scholarly databases, indexing and discovery services, bibliographic registries, academic networks, and digital communication platforms. These services enhance the discoverability, accessibility, visibility, and dissemination of the journal's scholarly content.
Google Scholar
ICI World of Journals / Index Copernicus
Noormags Database
Comprehensive Humanities Portal (Ensani)
Magiran Database
Civilica Database
Elmnet
REF.IR Database
ISSN International Centre
ROAD: Directory of Open Access Scholarly Resources
Academia
Mendeley Reference Manager
Zotero
YouTube
Aparat
Shenoto
Comprehensive National Media Database
The journal's presence across these platforms facilitates broader access to its scholarly publications and strengthens their digital discoverability among researchers, academics, and professionals working in cultural heritage, archaeology, history, conservation, and related fields.
Contact:
- Website: https://www.hsaj.ir/
- Email: heritagesaj@gmail.com
Mission:
To advance cultural heritage, Art and Architecture knowledge in Iran and Southwest Asia while connecting with global scientific discourse through rigorous academic publishing.