AUSTRALASIAN JOURNAL OF PHILOSOPHY
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Philosophers Across the Australasia
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Metaphysics and Epistemology:
The journal consistently engages with core metaphysical questions, including the nature of existence, causality, and the structure of knowledge. It explores various epistemological frameworks, addressing issues like justification, belief, and the nature of knowledge itself. - Ethics and Moral Philosophy:
A significant portion of the journal's content delves into ethical theory, moral reasoning, and applied ethics, including discussions on moral anti-realism, virtue ethics, and the implications of moral psychology. - Philosophy of Mind and Consciousness:
The journal features work on the philosophy of mind, addressing topics such as consciousness, perception, and the nature of mental states, including debates on dualism, physicalism, and panpsychism. - Philosophy of Language and Logic:
The journal publishes articles that explore the intricacies of language, meaning, and reference, alongside discussions on logical structures, argumentation, and the philosophy of mathematics. - Political Philosophy and Social Theory:
There is a notable emphasis on political philosophy, including public reason, social justice, and the ethical implications of political ideologies, reflecting ongoing debates in contemporary political thought. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
The journal encourages interdisciplinary research that intersects philosophy with other fields, such as cognitive science, psychology, and social theory, broadening the scope of philosophical inquiry.
Trending and Emerging
- Practical Ethics and Moral Psychology:
There is a notable increase in publications addressing practical ethics, particularly in relation to moral psychology. This reflects a growing interest in how psychological insights can inform ethical decision-making and moral reasoning. - Philosophy of Technology and Digital Ethics:
Emerging discussions on the ethical implications of technology, including digital identities, online behavior, and the philosophy of artificial intelligence, indicate a trend towards addressing contemporary challenges posed by technological advancements. - Environmental Philosophy and Ethics:
The journal has seen a rise in articles focused on environmental ethics and the philosophical implications of climate change, highlighting a growing concern for ecological issues within philosophical discourse. - Intersectionality and Social Justice:
There is a marked increase in the exploration of intersectionality and its implications for social justice, indicating a trend towards more inclusive philosophical discussions that address systemic inequalities. - Neurophilosophy and Cognitive Science:
Emerging themes in neurophilosophy suggest an increasing interest in the intersections between philosophy, neuroscience, and cognitive science, exploring how empirical findings can inform philosophical questions about the mind and behavior.
Declining or Waning
- Classical Philosophy:
There seems to be a diminishing focus on classical philosophical texts and figures, such as extensive analyses of Aristotle or Plato, suggesting a shift towards contemporary issues and debates. - Metaethics:
While metaethical discussions have historically been prominent, recent publications indicate a waning interest in purely theoretical metaethical debates, possibly in favor of more applied ethical discussions. - Philosophy of History:
The scope of philosophical inquiries into the philosophy of history appears to be less frequently addressed, indicating a potential decline in interest or relevance within current philosophical discourse. - Aesthetic Theory:
Although aesthetics remains a vital area, there seems to be a reduced frequency of articles specifically focused on aesthetic theory, particularly traditional views on beauty and artistic evaluation. - Formal Epistemology:
The once-thriving area of formal epistemology, which applies statistical and logical methods to epistemic questions, is appearing less frequently, suggesting a possible shift towards more intuitive or qualitative approaches.
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