Explorations: The UC Davis Undergraduate Research Journal
Explorations is UC Davis’ premier undergraduate research journal, established in 1998, that publishes research across a range of disciplines, including the natural and physical sciences, social sciences, and humanities. The journal offers a platform for undergraduate students to showcase their research and aims to foster interdisciplinary academic dialogue.
Submission Guidelines
We invite UC Davis undergraduates from all disciplines to submit their original research. Articles should reflect rigorous research methodologies and creative inquiry. Please review our submission guidelines -- note: these guidelines are slightly out of date, so please reach out to urc@ucdavis.edu with specific questions.
Note: All article submissions must receive formal approval from a faculty mentor or advisor. Faculty approval confirms the accuracy, quality, and research integrity of the submission.
Submission Deadlines
Deadline for Article Submissions: Submissions are now closed
Deadline for Faculty Approval: March 7, 2025
Workshops
Throughout the year, we will offer workshops to help students refine their research writing and navigate the publication process -- see our Events page for more details.
Contact Us
Questions? Email us at urc@ucdavis.edu.