European Journal of Futures Research
Scope & Guideline
Shaping Tomorrow's Insights Today
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Foresight Methodologies:
The journal emphasizes various foresight methodologies such as Delphi studies, scenario planning, and participatory approaches. These methodologies are crucial for understanding complex future scenarios and informing policy-making. - Technological Impacts and Innovations:
Research often explores the implications of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and smart systems, on society and governance, providing insights into the transformative potential of these innovations. - Sustainability and Resilience:
A significant focus is on sustainability transitions and resilience strategies across different sectors, including agriculture and urban development, addressing the challenges posed by climate change and resource scarcity. - Societal Futures and Youth Perspectives:
The journal addresses societal issues, particularly the aspirations and futures of youth, through explorations of cultural, political, and economic dimensions that shape their perspectives. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
The journal promotes interdisciplinary research that combines insights from social sciences, technology studies, environmental science, and policy analysis to provide comprehensive futures research.
Trending and Emerging
- Artificial Intelligence and Ethics:
Research exploring the implications of artificial intelligence technologies, particularly concerning ethical considerations and governance, is on the rise as AI becomes increasingly integrated into various sectors. - Climate Change and Environmental Futures:
A growing body of work focuses on climate change impacts and strategies for sustainability, reflecting the urgency of addressing environmental challenges through foresight methodologies. - Societal Resilience and Adaptation:
There is an emerging interest in understanding how societies can build resilience and adapt to future uncertainties, particularly in the context of crises such as pandemics and geopolitical tensions. - Youth and Future Aspirations:
Papers examining the aspirations of youth and their role in shaping futures are gaining traction, highlighting the importance of engaging younger generations in foresight processes. - Participatory and Collaborative Foresight:
Innovative participatory approaches that involve stakeholders in the foresight process are increasingly emphasized, fostering inclusive dialogue and co-creation of future scenarios.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Economic Forecasting:
There appears to be a decreasing emphasis on conventional economic forecasting models, as the journal increasingly prioritizes more holistic and interdisciplinary approaches to understanding futures. - Static Scenario Planning:
Static scenario planning methodologies are becoming less prominent, with a shift towards dynamic and adaptive foresight practices that account for rapid changes in technology and society. - Narrow Sectoral Studies:
Research that focuses solely on specific sectors without considering broader systemic interactions is waning. There is a growing recognition of the need for integrated approaches that address cross-sectoral challenges. - Historical Analysis of Futures Studies:
While historical perspectives have been important, there is a declining interest in purely retrospective analyses without a forward-looking component, as the journal emphasizes actionable insights for future-oriented research.
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