Memory Studies
Scope & Guideline
Unraveling the Complex Narratives of Human Memory
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary exploration of memory:
The journal emphasizes the intersectionality of memory studies with fields such as history, sociology, psychology, cultural studies, and political science, allowing for a comprehensive understanding of how memory operates across different domains. - Focus on collective and cultural memory:
A significant portion of the research published examines how collective memory shapes societal identities and community narratives, particularly in the context of postcolonialism, war, and trauma. - Investigation of memory politics:
The journal addresses the ways in which memory is politicized and used as a tool for social justice, activism, and reconciliation, often highlighting underrepresented voices and narratives. - The role of digital memory:
With the rise of technology, the journal explores how digital platforms influence memory formation and dissemination, including the impact of social media on collective remembrance. - Queer and feminist perspectives:
The journal highlights the importance of queer and feminist frameworks in understanding memory, examining how gender and sexuality intersect with narratives of remembrance and identity. - Ethical considerations in memory studies:
Ethical implications of memory practices and representations are a recurrent theme, particularly in relation to historical injustices and the responsibilities of remembrance.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital and virtual memory:
There is an increasing emphasis on how digital technologies and social media platforms shape collective memory, particularly in light of events like the COVID-19 pandemic and social movements. - Decolonial and intersectional memory practices:
The journal is increasingly featuring research that examines memory through decolonial lenses, addressing issues of race, gender, and sexuality in the context of historical and contemporary injustices. - Activism and memory:
Emerging themes focus on the role of memory in social movements and activism, exploring how memories of past injustices inform current struggles for justice and recognition. - Emotional and affective dimensions of memory:
Research exploring the emotional aspects of memory, including trauma, grief, and resilience, is gaining traction, reflecting a deeper understanding of how memory impacts individual and collective identities. - Global and transnational memory:
There is a growing interest in exploring memory across borders, highlighting how global events and migrations influence memory practices and narratives.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional historical narratives:
While historical memory remains a crucial aspect of the journal, there is a noticeable decline in articles focusing solely on traditional narratives of history without engaging with contemporary issues or interdisciplinary approaches. - Static representations of memory:
Research that approaches memory as a fixed concept, rather than a dynamic and contested process, has become less frequent, indicating a shift towards more fluid and complex understandings of memory. - Overemphasis on single-national perspectives:
The journal has seen a reduction in studies that focus exclusively on national memory without considering transnational or comparative contexts, reflecting a broader trend towards global perspectives in memory studies. - Limited focus on archival practices:
While archival memory remains important, there is a waning interest in purely archival studies without critical engagement with the implications of memory politics and representation. - Narrowly defined memory practices:
Themes centered on traditional forms of memory practices, such as monuments or commemorations, are becoming less dominant as researchers explore more innovative and varied forms of memory expression.
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