The Journal of Sensor Networks, IoT and Smart Systems is committed to advancing scholarly discourse in the rapidly evolving areas of sensor technology, Internet of Things (IoT) applications, and intelligent system design. The journal aims to capture original research and innovative developments that address technical challenges and applied solutions in the context of distributed sensing, device integration, data transmission, and smart environments. By focusing on both theoretical and practical dimensions, the journal offers a robust platform for the exploration of interconnected systems and their impact on real-world domains such as health care, energy, transportation, industry, and urban development.

Key Areas of Interest
The journal welcomes high-quality submissions across a wide spectrum of research and development themes. Topics of core interest include, but are not limited to:

• Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs) and embedded sensor technologies
• Internet of Things (IoT) architectures and communication protocols
• Intelligent and adaptive systems for smart applications
• Edge computing, fog computing, and distributed data processing
• Smart homes, buildings, and city infrastructure
• Real-time monitoring systems and context-aware computing
• Low-power and energy-efficient sensor design
• Integration of AI and machine learning in sensor and IoT systems
• Cyber-physical systems and industrial IoT (IIoT)
• Remote sensing, environmental monitoring, and disaster response technologies
• Secure communication and data integrity in IoT environments
• System-level modeling, simulation, and performance evaluation
• Human–machine interaction and sensor-enabled user interfaces
• Sensor networks for healthcare, agriculture, and logistics

The journal is especially interested in contributions that address multidisciplinary approaches to design, analysis, and deployment of sensor networks and smart systems. Studies that demonstrate tangible real-world impact, scalability, system resilience, or novel architectures are particularly encouraged.

Scope of Contributions
Submissions may include original research articles, comprehensive review papers, short communications, system design studies, and application-oriented research. The journal accepts theoretical papers with rigorous validation, experimental studies with clear methodology, prototype evaluations, and field deployments that offer insight into practical challenges or constraints. Articles may explore novel algorithms, hardware implementations, protocol designs, performance optimization, interoperability solutions, or security enhancements that improve the reliability and intelligence of interconnected systems.

The journal provides an inclusive space for researchers and engineers working across electrical engineering, computer science, embedded systems, information technology, and related disciplines. Emphasis is placed on quality of research, clarity of exposition, and relevance to current and future directions in sensor-based technologies and smart systems. Manuscripts that reflect interdisciplinary innovation or collaborative research between academia and industry are strongly supported.

Global Perspective and Relevance
Recognizing the global reach of smart technologies, the Journal of Sensor Networks, IoT and Smart Systems promotes research contributions from diverse regions and contexts. The journal supports submissions that reflect regional innovation, local deployment challenges, or socio-economic applications of IoT and sensor systems. Papers that discuss scalable solutions applicable to different population densities, climates, or technological infrastructure levels are encouraged. The journal also acknowledges the need for sustainable, affordable, and environmentally responsible solutions and is open to research that advances these priorities.

By facilitating knowledge exchange across geographic, institutional, and disciplinary boundaries, the journal aims to accelerate the development of integrated systems that contribute to efficiency, safety, and quality of life in various sectors. Research that explores the potential of sensor networks and smart systems in supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is also welcome.

Commitment to Quality and Integrity
All submissions undergo a strict peer-review process to ensure originality, relevance, and technical accuracy. The journal adheres to international publishing standards and ethical guidelines, maintaining transparency and fairness throughout the editorial process. The editorial board, composed of experts in sensor systems, network engineering, IoT applications, and system integration, ensures that each manuscript receives thorough and constructive feedback.

Through the publication of high-impact research, the Journal of Sensor Networks, IoT and Smart Systems aims to support the ongoing evolution of intelligent systems, interconnected devices, and data-driven technologies. The journal encourages submissions that foster technological advancement, bridge academic and industry perspectives, and contribute to the formation of sustainable, secure, and adaptive smart ecosystems.