ARCHAEOFAUNA

Scope & Guideline

Delving into the Past to Uncover Animal Stories

Introduction

Explore the comprehensive scope of ARCHAEOFAUNA through our detailed guidelines, including its aims and scope. Stay updated with trending and emerging topics, and delve into declining areas to understand shifts in academic interest. Our guidelines also showcase highly cited topics, featuring influential research making a significant impact. Additionally, discover the latest published papers and those with high citation counts, offering a snapshot of current scholarly conversations. Use these guidelines to explore ARCHAEOFAUNA in depth and align your research initiatives with current academic trends.
LanguageMulti-Language
ISSN1132-6891
PublisherLABORATORIO ARQUEOZOOLOGIA, DPTO BIOLOGIA
Support Open AccessNo
CountrySpain
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 1996 to 2007, from 2009 to 2024
AbbreviationARCHAEOFAUNA / Archaeofauna
Frequency1 issue/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
AddressUNIV AUTONOMA MADRID, MADRID 28049, SPAIN

Aims and Scopes

The journal ARCHAEOFAUNA focuses on the intersection of archaeology and zoology, emphasizing the role of faunal remains in understanding past human-animal interactions and ecological contexts. It promotes interdisciplinary approaches, integrating methods from taphonomy, zooarchaeology, and biomolecular analysis to reconstruct historical subsistence strategies and animal exploitation patterns.
  1. Zooarchaeological Analysis:
    The journal consistently publishes studies that analyze faunal remains from archaeological sites to understand species usage, dietary practices, and cultural significance of animal remains in different historical contexts.
  2. Taphonomic Studies:
    Research that examines the processes affecting animal remains post-deposition is a core focus, providing insights into preservation conditions, site formation processes, and the implications for interpreting archaeological data.
  3. Biomolecular Applications:
    The incorporation of biomolecular techniques, such as ancient DNA analysis, to investigate genetic relationships and species identification reflects the journal's commitment to advancing methodologies in the study of archaeological fauna.
  4. Cultural and Ecological Contexts:
    Papers explore the cultural implications of animal exploitation and the ecological relationships between humans and animals, contributing to a broader understanding of ancient economies and social structures.
  5. Interdisciplinary Approaches:
    The journal encourages collaborative research that combines archaeology, biology, and anthropology to produce comprehensive insights into human-animal interactions across various temporal and geographical scales.
Recent publications in ARCHAEOFAUNA reveal several emerging themes and trends that reflect the evolving landscape of zooarchaeological research. These themes underscore a growing interest in complex methodologies and interdisciplinary collaboration, which enhance the understanding of past human-animal relationships.
  1. Biomolecular and Genetic Analyses:
    There is an increasing trend towards the application of biomolecular techniques, including ancient DNA studies, which are being used to uncover genetic relationships and species histories, thus enhancing the understanding of animal domestication and migration.
  2. Interdisciplinary Research Frameworks:
    A notable emergence of interdisciplinary research that integrates archaeology with ecological and anthropological perspectives is evident, demonstrating a holistic approach to understanding human-animal interactions and their implications for past societies.
  3. Taphonomic Contextualization of Faunal Remains:
    Recent works emphasize detailed taphonomic analysis to understand the formation processes of faunal assemblages, highlighting the importance of context in interpreting archaeological findings.
  4. Focus on Environmental Impact and Sustainability:
    A growing interest in examining the impacts of ancient human practices on ecosystems and the sustainability of resources reflects a contemporary concern that aligns archaeological research with current environmental issues.
  5. Reassessment of Subsistence Strategies:
    Emerging studies are increasingly focused on the reassessment of ancient subsistence strategies using new methodological approaches, such as cementochronology, to provide insights into livestock management and seasonal patterns.

Declining or Waning

While ARCHAEOFAUNA has maintained a strong focus on several core themes, some areas appear to be declining in prominence based on recent publications. These waning themes suggest a shift in research interests and methodological approaches within the field.
  1. Traditional Taxonomic Studies:
    There seems to be a decline in purely taxonomic studies that focus solely on species identification without broader contextual analysis, as the journal increasingly favors interdisciplinary and integrative approaches.
  2. Regional Case Studies:
    Earlier publications often emphasized localized case studies. However, there is a noticeable shift towards broader comparative analyses and themes that address wider geographical patterns and trends, indicating a potential waning of strictly regional studies.
  3. Historical Documentation of Faunal Remains:
    Papers focused on the historical documentation of faunal remains without strong analytical frameworks or new methodologies appear to be less frequent, as the journal prioritizes innovative research that utilizes advanced techniques.

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