Acta Borealia
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Depths of Northern Scholarship
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Sustainability and Local Practices:
The journal emphasizes studies that explore sustainable practices within local communities, particularly in the context of the Arctic and northern regions. It investigates how local knowledge and traditions contribute to sustainable development. - Cultural Heritage and Identity:
Research on the transmission of cultural heritage and identity among indigenous and local populations is a core area. This includes the study of folklore, language, and historical narratives that shape community identities. - Technological and Environmental Interactions:
The journal delves into the relationship between technology and environmental practices, examining how technological advancements impact traditional practices and sustainability efforts in northern contexts. - Human-Animal Relationships:
A unique contribution of the journal is its focus on the interactions between humans and animals, particularly in relation to hunting practices and resource management in the Arctic. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Acta Borealia encourages interdisciplinary research methodologies, incorporating perspectives from anthropology, sociology, environmental science, and cultural studies to better understand complex northern issues.
Trending and Emerging
- Relocalization and Institutional Change:
Recent papers emphasize the role of institutional entrepreneurs in transforming public food services, indicating a growing interest in relocalization as a strategy for sustainability and community resilience. - Intergenerational Knowledge Transmission:
The focus on how knowledge and identity are transmitted across generations, particularly within Sámi communities, has gained traction, underscoring the importance of preserving indigenous knowledge in the face of modernization. - Polycrisis and Environmental Challenges:
Research exploring the concept of polycrisis, particularly in relation to sustainability and technology, reflects an emerging concern for the interconnectedness of environmental, social, and economic crises in the Arctic. - Cultural Appropriation in Tourism:
Increasing attention is being paid to the appropriation of Sámi culture and land in tourism, highlighting the need for critical examination of how indigenous cultures are represented and commodified in the tourism industry. - Human-Animal Entanglements:
The exploration of human-animal relationships, particularly surrounding muskoxen, has emerged as a significant theme, reflecting a broader interest in ecological interactions and the implications for resource management.
Declining or Waning
- Historical Polar Expeditions:
Research on historical polar expeditions, such as those during the interwar years, has been less prominent recently, indicating a shift away from historical narratives towards contemporary issues. - Traditional Economic Practices:
There appears to be a waning interest in traditional economic practices, such as those related to Norse Greenland, as the journal increasingly focuses on modern sustainability and local resilience themes. - Language Learning and Multilingualism:
While multilingual encounters and language attitudes were once prominent, recent publications suggest a reduced emphasis on these themes, possibly in favor of broader cultural and identity studies.
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