Features

Why Publish With Stem Think Tank

Stem Think Tank bridges rigorous STEM research with business strategy and market impact. We publish work that advances science and technology while addressing commercialization, scalability, and real-world implementation for industry leaders, investors, and innovators.

Key Features of STT

Open Access with Industry Reach

All STT articles are freely accessible worldwide and promoted through our partner network of VCs, R&D divisions, and tech incubators. Authors gain visibility not just with academics, but with decision-makers who fund and adopt emerging technology.

Dual Expert + Industry Review

Submissions undergo double-blind peer review plus optional industry commentary. This ensures technical rigor while surfacing commercial viability, go-to-market challenges, and regulatory considerations from sector experts.

STEM-Business Interdisciplinary Scope

STT focuses on work at the intersection of deep tech and business: AI productization, biotech commercialization, clean energy economics, cybersecurity markets, and data-driven operations. If your research has a P&L impact, it belongs here.

Corporate & Venture Partnerships

Stem Think Tank partners with innovation labs, corporate venture arms, and startup accelerators to source reviewers and amplify high-impact papers. Selected articles are featured in quarterly briefings sent to our industry network.

DOI + Commercial Indexing

Every article receives a permanent DOI via Crossref and is indexed in scholarly databases. We also tag submissions for business relevance to increase discovery in market intelligence platforms and patent-adjacent repositories.

Author Retains IP & Commercial Rights

Published under CC BY 4.0, authors retain full copyright and commercial rights. STT provides optional guidance on IP disclosure, licensing options, and avoiding conflicts with pending patents or startup fundraising.

Expedited Track for Market-Relevant Work

For time-sensitive innovations, STT offers a 21-day fast-track review option. Authors receive structured feedback from both technical and business reviewers to accelerate refinement and public release.

Founder & Innovator Support

We welcome submissions from startup CTOs, R&D teams, and first-time founders. Our editorial team helps frame technical results for investor and enterprise audiences without compromising scientific integrity.

Themed Issues on Emerging Markets

STT publishes special issues on verticals like Climate Tech ROI, AI Governance for Business, or Biomanufacturing Scale-Up. Industry guest editors co-curate calls and provide market context alongside the science.

Executive Summaries & Data Rooms

Authors may include a 1-page executive summary and supplementary business data for qualified readers. All content is permanently archived via Portico and CLOCKSS to ensure long-term access for due diligence.

Article Types Accepted

Applied Research Articles Technical research with clear path to product or process

Market & Technology Analyses Data-driven reviews of emerging STEM sectors and trends

Business Case Studies Deep dives on commercialization, pivot, or scale of deep tech

Tech Transfer Reports Lab-to-market translation, IP strategy, and licensing outcomes

Policy & Standards Briefs Regulatory, compliance, or standards impact on STEM industries

Special Issue Contributions Invited submissions on themed industry challenges