About the Journal

Nexus of Structural Equation Modeling (NSEM)

Scientific progress thrives on curiosity, continuous learning, and refining ideas to push the boundaries of knowledge. Nexus of Structural Equation Modeling (NSEM) is a peer-reviewed, international journal committed to supporting this pursuit by offering an open-access platform for researchers, academics, and professionals in theoretical and applied structural equation modeling. We welcome original research that introduces fresh perspectives, innovative techniques, or advancements in computational frameworks relevant to various science: Economics, Finance, Business/Marketing, Management, Engineering, psychology, medicine, sociology, and Computer Science fields. We aim to bridge the gap between theoretical developments and practical applications by fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge exchange.

The scope of the journal covers, but is not limited to, the following areas:
1. Methodological Advances in SEM
♦ Development of new estimation techniques, model evaluation criteria, and goodness-of-fit measures.
♦ Extensions of SEM to handle complex data structures (e.g., non-normal, longitudinal, hierarchical, and missing data).
♦ Bayesian SEM, Mixture SEM, Partial Least Squares (PLS-SEM), and hybrid modeling frameworks.
2. Measurement and Model Specification
♦ Reflective and formative measurement models.
♦ Validation of constructs and measurement invariance testing.
♦ Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and higher-order factor models.
3. Applied SEM Research
♦ Applications in psychology, education, economics, marketing, social sciences, health sciences, and management.
♦ Model-based investigations of mediation, moderation, and latent interactions.
♦ SEM applications for policy evaluation, behavioral modeling, and decision science.
4. Integration with Emerging Technologies
♦ SEM in the context of big data, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.
♦ Multilevel and multigroup modeling using modern computational tools.
♦ Simulation studies and methodological comparisons.
5. Software, Tools, and Computational Innovations
♦ Development and evaluation of SEM software packages.
♦ Tutorials, best-practice papers, and reproducible workflows for SEM researchers.
6. Theoretical and Conceptual Contributions
♦ Discussion papers on theoretical modeling issues and identification problems.
♦ Conceptual frameworks linking SEM with other statistical

To maintain the highest academic standards, every manuscript undergoes a rigorous peer-review, ensuring originality, relevance, and methodological integrity. We believe this thorough evaluation enhances the credibility of published research and provides constructive feedback that helps authors refine and strengthen their work. Our editorial board includes distinguished experts from various fields dedicated to upholding scholarly excellence and guiding authors through publication.

As a fully open-access journal, Nexus of Structural Equation Modeling (NSEM) is committed to making scientific knowledge freely available to researchers worldwide. We ensure that every published article reaches a broad audience, maximizing its impact and fostering a more inclusive scientific dialogue. Authors retain full visibility and control over their work, enabling them to contribute meaningfully to their disciplines while engaging with the global research community.

We invite researchers, industry professionals, and scholars to submit their work and join us in advancing the frontiers of theory and application Structural Equation Modeling. Whether you are developing cutting-edge algorithms, refining Structural Equation Modeling theories, or applying computational methods to real-world problems, our journal provides the perfect platform to share your insights and contribute to the collective growth of knowledge.