Confins-Revue Franco-Bresilienne de Geographie-Revista Franco-Brasileira de Geografia
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Knowledge Across Borders
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Geopolitical and Socioeconomic Analysis:
The journal emphasizes analyses of geopolitical situations, socioeconomic conditions, and urban-rural dynamics, particularly in Brazil and its metropolitan areas. - Environmental Geography and Sustainability:
A core focus is placed on environmental issues, sustainable practices, and the impact of human activities on ecosystems, including agriculture, urbanization, and resource management. - Cultural Geography and Identity:
The exploration of cultural identities and their geographical implications, especially in the context of indigenous populations and marginalized communities, is a significant theme. - Food Systems and Policies:
Research on food security, agricultural practices, and food policies within urban and rural contexts highlights the importance of food systems in geographical studies. - Technological and Digital Geography:
The journal integrates discussions of technology's role in geography, including the use of digital tools for spatial analysis and public policy development. - Historical and Geohistorical Perspectives:
Historical analyses of territorial transformations and their impacts on current geographical and social structures are also prevalent.
Trending and Emerging
- Interdisciplinary Approaches to Geography:
There is a growing trend towards interdisciplinary research that combines geography with sociology, political science, and environmental studies, enhancing the depth and applicability of geographical analyses. - Impact of Climate Change and Environmental Degradation:
Research focusing on climate change effects and environmental degradation is on the rise, highlighting the urgency of these issues in geographical studies and policy discussions. - Urban Resilience and Adaptation Strategies:
Emerging themes around urban resilience and adaptation strategies in response to global crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, underscore the importance of adaptive urban planning. - Food Security and Urban Agriculture:
The exploration of food security issues and urban agriculture practices is increasingly prominent, reflecting a heightened awareness of food systems' role in urban resilience. - Digital Technologies in Geography:
The integration of digital technologies and data analytics in geographical research is gaining traction, emphasizing the role of technology in modern geographic practices.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Rural Studies:
Research specifically focused on traditional rural practices and lifestyles has seen a decline, possibly as urbanization and modern agricultural practices gain more attention. - Static Cultural Representations:
There is a noticeable reduction in studies that address fixed cultural representations, suggesting a shift towards more dynamic and fluid understandings of culture and identity. - Historical Geography of Non-Brazilian Contexts:
Articles focusing exclusively on historical geography outside Brazil have decreased, indicating a trend towards more localized studies relevant to Brazilian contexts. - Conventional Urban Studies:
Traditional urban studies that do not incorporate contemporary issues like sustainability or digitalization are becoming less frequent, reflecting a need for more integrated approaches.
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