The theme for this upcoming issue is “Neurolinguistic and cognitive aspects of professional communication.”

Professional communication is traditionally studied through the lenses of sociology, pragmatics, and applied linguistics. However, to fully understand how specialized language is acquired, processed, and produced, we must also examine the underlying cognitive and neurological mechanisms.

This Special Issue aims to bridge the gap between professional discourse studies, cognitive science, and neurolinguistics. We are seeking original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and empirical studies that explore how the human brain processes complex, specialized information in workplace and professional settings.

Suggested topics include, but are not limited to:

• Neurolinguistic methods (EEG, fMRI, eye-tracking, etc.) applied to the study of professional discourse and institutional communication.
• Cognitive processing of specialized terminology and professional jargon.
• Cognitive load, attention, and memory in professional translation and interpreting.
• The role of conceptual metaphors and cognitive framing in professional /institutional communication.
• Neurological and cognitive impacts of stress on workplace communication and decision-making.
• Cognitive approaches to teaching and learning English for Specific Purposes (ESP).
• Multimodal professional communication and cognitive processing.

Important Dates:

• Manuscript submission deadline: September 15, 2026.
• Expected publication date: December, 2026

Submission Guidelines:
All manuscripts will undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process. Articles should be written in English or Russian and formatted according to the journal’s guidelines, which can be found on our website.

To submit your abstract or full manuscript, please visit our online submission portal at pdc-journal.com

Should you have any questions regarding the Special Issue or the suitability of your proposed topic, please do not hesitate to contact the Editorial Team at pdc@inno.mgimo.ru

We look forward to the possibility of collaborating with you and featuring your research in Professional Discourse & Communication.