FOUNDING ISSUENO. 01
Science,
Humanity &
Philosophy
Research by young people, made public.
SHP LAB · YOUTH RESEARCH PUBLICATION
SHP YouthReview
A research publication for young people, developed through editorial guidance.
Science,
REVIEW / WHAT WE OFFER
From inquiry to rigorous public writing.
SHP Review helps young researchers turn ideas, evidence and unfinished inquiry into rigorous public writing.
We publish research articles, reports, essays and research notes, with editorial guidance on argument, evidence, citation and clarity.
WHAT WE PUBLISH
RESEARCH ARTICLE
Research Article
Develop a clear question through careful research, evidence and an original argument.
RESEARCH REPORT
Research Report
Explain why a project was undertaken, how it developed, what it found and what remains unresolved.
REVIEW ESSAY
Review Essay
Begin with a book, paper, technology or debate and develop a critical interpretation of your own.
RESEARCH NOTE
Research Note
Document an evidence-based observation or a line of inquiry that is still unfolding.
ISSUE 01 · IN DEVELOPMENT
Articles and reports in progress
These pieces are currently being edited. Titles and contributor details will be confirmed before publication.
How Did We Understand Intelligence Before AI?
Tracing the idea of machine intelligence through automata, computing history and cognitive science.
IN EDITINGFrom Mechanical Buttons to Invisible Commands
Using an everyday interface to examine how control, reliability and technological dependence have changed together.
IN EDITINGAI Restoration and Historical Evidence
When archives are incomplete, how should an AI system mark, test and explain its inferences?
IN EDITINGWho Enters the History of Science?
Examining visibility in scientific memory through attribution, archives and knowledge networks.
IN EDITINGWho Defines a Normal Body?
Tracing how statistical averages, clinical samples and diagnostic systems made normality a medical standard.
IN EDITINGSubmit to SHP
The SHP Editorial Team first reviews each submission. Selected work may then receive guidance and peer feedback from relevant specialists before revision, discussion and publication in SHP Youth Review.
Areas of Inquiry
Body, Medicine & Life Science / History of Infrastructure / History of Knowledge / History of Automobiles & Mobility / Mobility, Transport Technology & Safety / History of X.
Suggested Length
Research articles and reports: approximately 3,000–6,000 words. Essays and research notes: approximately 1,500–3,000 words.
Academic Writing Basics
Begin with a clear question and arguable claim; explain your materials and methods; cite facts, paraphrases and quotations accurately; show how evidence supports your interpretation; engage other views; and state the limits of the research.
Editorial Timeline
We aim to send an initial response within two weeks. Selected submissions usually undergo one or two rounds of revision, with timing confirmed for each piece.
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