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smr-topic-selection

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Use when deciding whether a project clears the Sociological Methods & Research (SMR) bar — a genuine methodological contribution (develop, evaluate, or critically assess a method), not an application dressed as method. Screens fit and scope; does not derive properties or design simulations.

When to use

• deciding if a project clears the SMR bar
• screening fit and scope
• identifying contribution mode (develop, evaluate, assess)
• applying the application test
• routing to sibling journals
• checking for methodological novelty

When not to use

• deriving properties
• designing simulations
• substantive sociology analysis
• software notes without methodological novelty

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