Antropologia Portuguesa
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Knowledge in the Heart of Portugal
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Cultural and Social Anthropology:
The journal emphasizes the study of cultural practices, social structures, and human interactions in various communities, including ethnographic studies that provide insights into daily life and traditions. - Health and Well-being:
Research often focuses on public health, nutrition, and the social determinants of health, exploring how cultural practices influence health outcomes and the experiences of vulnerable populations. - Historical and Archaeological Perspectives:
Incorporating historical and archaeological approaches, the journal examines past human behaviors and societal changes, utilizing skeletal collections and other material evidence to understand human history. - Environmental Anthropology:
The journal engages with topics related to environmental issues, exploring the intersections of human societies and ecological changes, particularly in relation to sustainability and resource management. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Encouraging interdisciplinary research, the journal integrates perspectives from sociology, history, and public policy, fostering a more holistic understanding of anthropological issues.
Trending and Emerging
- Human Rights and Social Justice:
Emerging discussions around human rights, particularly in relation to contemporary socio-political conflicts, signal a growing focus on social justice within anthropological research. - Health and Aging:
With an increasing number of studies on health, aging, and loneliness, the journal is addressing the complexities of demographic changes and their implications for social support systems. - Multi-species and Environmental Anthropology:
The rise of multi-species anthropology showcases an increasing interest in the relationships between humans and non-human entities, reflecting contemporary environmental concerns and ethical considerations. - Urban Anthropology:
Studies examining urban dynamics, governance, and community interactions in rapidly changing environments are gaining traction, indicating a shift towards understanding urbanization's impact on social structures. - Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Vulnerability:
Research that combines anthropological insights with discussions on vulnerability, particularly in health and environmental contexts, is becoming more prominent, highlighting the journal's adaptability to current issues.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Ethnographic Studies:
There seems to be a decline in purely traditional ethnographic studies that focus on isolated communities, possibly due to a growing interest in more contemporary and globalized issues. - Gender Studies in Isolation:
Research focusing solely on gender studies without intersectional approaches is becoming less prominent, as the journal increasingly integrates gender within broader socio-cultural frameworks. - Static Historical Analyses:
Papers that offer static, descriptive analyses of historical events without connecting them to contemporary issues or implications are less frequently seen, reflecting a shift towards dynamic, context-driven research.
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