Information Geographique

Scope & Guideline

Exploring the Depths of Geographic Knowledge

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of Information Geographique with our comprehensive guidelines detailing its aims and scope. This page is your resource for understanding the journal's thematic priorities. Stay abreast of trending topics currently drawing significant attention and explore declining topics for a full picture of evolving interests. Our selection of highly cited topics and recent high-impact papers is curated within these guidelines to enhance your research impact.
LanguageMulti-Language
ISSN0020-0093
PublisherARMAND COLIN
Support Open AccessNo
Country-
TypeJournal
Converge1976, from 1978 to 1986, 1989, from 1996 to 1997 (coverage discontinued in Scopus)
AbbreviationINFORM GEOGR / Inf. Geogr.
Frequency4 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
Address5 RUE LAROMIGUIERE, PARIS CEDEX 05 75240, FRANCE

Aims and Scopes

The journal 'Information Geographique' focuses on the interdisciplinary exploration of geographical concepts and their application to contemporary issues. It serves as a platform for research that encompasses various aspects of geography and its impact on society, environment, and urban development.
  1. Exploration of Urban and Rural Dynamics:
    The journal examines the relationships between urban and rural areas, particularly focusing on small towns and intermediary cities, their planning, development, and socio-economic challenges.
  2. Geopolitical and Environmental Studies:
    Research includes analyses of geopolitical influences, environmental changes, and their societal implications, particularly in the context of crises such as climate change and conflict.
  3. Integration of Geographic Information Systems (GIS):
    A significant emphasis is placed on the use of GIS and spatial analysis methods to study various geographical phenomena, enhancing understanding of complex spatial relationships.
  4. Socio-spatial Inequalities:
    The journal addresses issues of social justice, inequalities, and the role of geography in shaping socio-economic disparities, particularly in urban settings.
  5. Anthropocene and Educational Perspectives:
    There is a critical focus on the Anthropocene, exploring its implications for geography education and public understanding of environmental issues.
Recent publications in 'Information Geographique' indicate a strong shift towards emerging themes that reflect current societal challenges and interdisciplinary approaches in geography. These trends are shaping the journal's future direction.
  1. Focus on Small Towns:
    There is an increasing interest in small towns, their roles in urban-rural dynamics, and their socio-economic challenges, particularly in the context of demographic changes and planning.
  2. Climate Change and Urban Resilience:
    Recent papers highlight the impacts of climate change on urban and rural areas, emphasizing the need for resilience and adaptation strategies in geographical research.
  3. Geopolitical Conflicts and Geography:
    The exploration of geopolitical conflicts, such as the Ukraine war, illustrates a growing trend in analyzing how geography intersects with political power and influence.
  4. Participatory and Community-Based Approaches:
    Emerging themes include participatory geography and community engagement in planning and environmental management, reflecting a shift towards inclusive research methodologies.
  5. Education in the Anthropocene:
    A notable trend is the emphasis on geography education within the context of the Anthropocene, focusing on how educational practices can respond to global environmental challenges.

Declining or Waning

As the journal evolves, certain themes have become less prominent in recent publications. This reflects shifts in research focus and the emergence of new areas of interest within the geographical community.
  1. Traditional Urban Studies:
    Research focusing solely on traditional urban studies without integrating contemporary issues like climate change or social justice has become less frequent, indicating a shift towards more holistic approaches.
  2. Historical Geographic Analysis:
    While historical perspectives are still relevant, there has been a noticeable decline in papers that focus exclusively on historical geographic analysis without connecting to current socio-political contexts.
  3. Static Geographic Models:
    Static models of geography that do not incorporate dynamic changes or contemporary challenges (like globalization or technological advancements) are appearing less frequently in the journal.
  4. Localized Environmental Studies:
    Themes centered on localized environmental studies without a broader geopolitical or global perspective have diminished, suggesting a shift towards more integrative environmental research.
  5. Conventional Tourism Studies:
    Studies that address tourism in a conventional manner without engaging with concepts like over-tourism or its socio-economic impacts are becoming less common.

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