Laboratorium-Russian Review of Social Research
Scope & Guideline
Charting New Territories in Gender and Cultural Studies
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Social and Cultural Memory Studies:
Examining how collective memory and historical narratives are constructed and contested in the context of Russian society, particularly under the influences of state politics and cultural shifts. - Migration and Identity:
Exploring the dynamics of migration, including the experiences of migrants, tourists, and displaced persons in Russia and neighboring countries, alongside the implications for identity formation and social integration. - Political and Legal Sociology:
Investigating the intersections of law, governance, and social practices, focusing on how legal frameworks and state policies shape societal behaviors and expectations in contemporary Russia. - Gender and Feminist Studies:
Addressing gender roles and identities, particularly in the context of transitions in societal norms and expectations, and the intersectionality of gender with other social categories. - Post-Soviet Transformation:
Analyzing the socio-economic and cultural transformations following the collapse of the Soviet Union, with a focus on regional variations and the legacy of socialism. - Environmental Sociology:
Focusing on the relationship between environmental issues and social dynamics, particularly in post-Soviet regions, examining how ecological concerns intersect with national identity and policy.
Trending and Emerging
- Memory and Trauma Studies:
There is an increasing emphasis on the politics of memory, particularly how collective trauma from historical events influences current societal dynamics and individual identities. - Cultural Production in Crisis:
Research on the role of cultural production in times of crisis, such as the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and its impact on Russian cultural narratives, is becoming more prominent. - Digital Sociology and New Media:
Exploring the influence of digital technologies and social media on social interactions and political participation, particularly among younger generations in Russia. - Health and Society:
A growing focus on public health issues, including mental health and substance use, reflecting broader societal concerns and the need for sociological insights into health-related behaviors. - Environmental Justice:
Emerging discussions around environmental justice, particularly in relation to resource extraction and its social implications, are becoming increasingly relevant in the context of post-Soviet environmental challenges.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Soviet Studies:
Research centered solely on Soviet-era events and phenomena is becoming less prevalent, as scholars increasingly focus on contemporary implications and the post-Soviet context. - Simplistic Comparisons to Western Models:
There is a noticeable decline in studies that aim to draw direct comparisons between Russian social phenomena and Western models without nuanced consideration of local contexts. - Static Historical Narratives:
The focus on static historical narratives is waning in favor of dynamic approaches that consider the ongoing impact of historical events on current social realities.
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