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The Islamic University of Rotterdam (IUR) has a heavy and important task in the West; first of all Islam will be taught by Muslim and non-Muslim scholars. This institution should also fulfill a responsible task as a bridge between Islamic World and Western countries, especially by influencing the public opinion and dealing with the public debates. Also the problems of integration of Muslims into the western societies without losing their own norms and values take our high priority.For the research aspect, IUR annually publishes an academic journal, *the Journal of Rotterdam Islamic and Social Sciences*, which may contribute to solve social problems, firstly in the Netherlands and secondly in the whole world. The Journal focuses on themes such as philosophy, epistemology, study of religion and comparative studies, takes a critical-analytical approach to the most important contemporary theoretical issues and questions, and aims to create a place for conversation among the elite, scholars, and experts of the above fields about Islamic and social subjects.*The Journal of Rotterdam Islamic and Social Sciences is proud to accept papers for its upcoming edition: Volume 5, Number 1, 2014. *Areas of subject:* Theology, Religion, Islam, Social Sciences, Islamic Economics, Psychology, Social and Cultural Studies, Ethnography *Please send your academic paper by e-mail to info@jriss.nlDeadline of submission: September 30th, 2014.