INDIAN JOURNAL OF HISTORY OF SCIENCE
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Past Innovations to Present Discoveries
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Research in History of Science:
The journal promotes interdisciplinary studies that integrate history with fields like medicine, agriculture, astronomy, and technology, providing a holistic view of India's scientific heritage. - Focus on Indigenous Knowledge Systems:
A significant emphasis is placed on documenting and analyzing indigenous knowledge systems, including traditional medicine and agricultural practices, to highlight their relevance in contemporary discourse. - Colonial and Post-colonial Perspectives:
The journal critically examines the impact of colonialism on Indian science and technology, exploring themes of resistance, adaptation, and the evolution of scientific practices in post-colonial India. - Historical Contextualization of Scientific Advances:
Articles often contextualize scientific advancements within historical narratives, exploring the interaction between culture, environment, and scientific development. - Analysis of Scientific Contributions:
The journal highlights the contributions of notable figures in Indian science, as well as the collective achievements of various communities, thus acknowledging diverse voices in the history of science.
Trending and Emerging
- Integration of Ecology and Health:
Recent studies have increasingly focused on the intersection of ecology and health, particularly in the context of traditional healing practices like Ayurveda, highlighting the relevance of ecological factors in health and wellness. - Exploration of Indigenous Knowledge for Sustainable Development:
There is a growing emphasis on indigenous knowledge systems as viable solutions for sustainable development, particularly in agriculture and environmental management, reflecting contemporary global concerns. - Critical Analysis of Historical Figures:
An emerging trend involves in-depth biographies and critical analyses of historical figures in Indian science, acknowledging their contributions while contextualizing their work within broader societal narratives. - Technological Advances in Historical Context:
The journal is increasingly publishing articles that explore historical technological advancements and their implications, linking past innovations to current technological discourse. - Interdisciplinary Approaches to History of Science:
There is a marked trend towards interdisciplinary research that combines history with sociology, anthropology, and environmental studies, reflecting a modern understanding of science as a socially embedded practice.
Declining or Waning
- Focus on Western Scientific Paradigms:
There appears to be a diminishing interest in directly comparing Western scientific paradigms to Indian practices, indicating a shift towards a more localized understanding of science that prioritizes indigenous frameworks. - Narrow Historical Accounts:
The journal has seen fewer articles that concentrate solely on narrow historical accounts without interdisciplinary approaches, suggesting a trend towards broader, more integrative studies. - Reduction in Purely Technical Studies:
There has been a noticeable decline in publications that focus exclusively on technical aspects of historical scientific practices, as the journal increasingly favors explorations of social and cultural contexts. - Decreased Emphasis on Colonial Science Narratives:
While colonial science remains a relevant topic, there seems to be a waning interest in narratives that solely emphasize colonial impacts, as researchers are now exploring more nuanced interactions.
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