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About the Theory and Decision format

Theory and Decision is a peer-reviewed journal published by Springer Nature, covering Decision-Making and Behavioral Economics, Game Theory and Voting Systems, Experimental Behavioral Economics Studies.

PublisherSpringer Nature
Reference styleSuperscript numbered (Nature)
Superscript — small raised numerals in the text
1. Smith, A., Jones, B. & Lee, C. A representative article title. Theory and Decision 12, 45–58 (2023).

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Publishes research inDecision-Making and Behavioral Economics Game Theory and Voting Systems Experimental Behavioral Economics Studies Game Theory and Applications Economic theories and models
ISSN0040-5833
Citation impact (2-yr)0.52
h-index86
i10-index876
Total citations42,924
Article processing charge$2,890
Top institutions publishing hereCentre National de la Recherche Scientifique
Journal websitewww.springer.com
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Papers published in Theory and Decision per year

68
2014
54
2015
52
2016
64
2017
37
2018
61
2019
51
2020
59
2021
67
2022
47
2023
46
2024
86
2025

Citation impact of Theory and Decision by publication year

852
2014
541
2015
713
2016
751
2017
488
2018
400
2019
312
2020
738
2021
206
2022
79
2023
47
2024
36
2025

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Theory and Decision template — frequently asked questions

How do I write a paper in the Theory and Decision format?
In DocuGuru you write your manuscript in a normal editor — no LaTeX setup required — and select the Theory and Decision template. When you export, DocuGuru compiles the paper into the official Springer Nature format and hands you a submission-ready PDF along with the editable LaTeX source.
What reference style does Theory and Decision use?
Theory and Decision uses Superscript numbered (Nature) references, shown as superscript numerals in the text. DocuGuru formats every in-text citation and the reference list in this exact style automatically. A reference appears like this: 1. Smith, A., Jones, B. & Lee, C. A representative article title. Theory and Decision 12, 45–58 (2023).
Do I need to know LaTeX to submit to Theory and Decision?
No. DocuGuru generates the sn-jnl LaTeX class and compiles the PDF for you in the background, so you get a Springer Nature-ready Theory and Decision document without writing any LaTeX. If you do want it, the LaTeX source is included in the export.
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Yes. Paste or upload your current manuscript — Word, LaTeX, Markdown, or plain text — and DocuGuru reflows it into the Theory and Decision format with correct headings, figures, tables, and superscript citations.
Who publishes Theory and Decision?
Theory and Decision is a multidisciplinary journal published by Springer Nature. DocuGuru's Theory and Decision template matches Springer Nature's official submission format.
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