Nodo
Scope & Guideline
Connecting scholars to tackle pressing global challenges.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Exploration of Urban Studies:
Nodo emphasizes the integration of urban studies with social sciences, exploring how urban environments impact social dynamics, sustainability, and cultural practices. - Art and Aesthetics in Social Contexts:
The journal investigates the role of art and aesthetics in shaping cultural identity, memory, and resistance, particularly in relation to marginalized communities. - Sustainable Development and Urbanism:
A core focus on sustainable practices in architecture and urban planning, with papers examining innovative solutions to urban challenges, including sustainability and community engagement. - Cultural and Historical Analysis:
Nodo provides a platform for analyzing historical and cultural narratives, particularly in Latin America, addressing how these narratives influence contemporary practices. - Technological Innovations in Art and Urban Space:
The journal explores the impact of technology on art and urban spaces, including sound art and digital media, reflecting on their implications for community interaction and cultural expression.
Trending and Emerging
- Urban Sustainability Initiatives:
There is a growing emphasis on urban sustainability, exploring innovative agricultural practices like urban aquaponics and their role in promoting ecological balance within urban settings. - Community Engagement and Social Interaction:
Recent works highlight the importance of community interaction and accessibility in public spaces, focusing on how recreational spaces can foster social connections. - Artivism and Political Engagement:
A rise in the exploration of artivism, where art intersects with activism, reflects a trend toward using artistic practices as tools for social change and resistance. - Transmedia and Narrative Strategies:
Emerging interest in transmedia storytelling techniques illustrates a trend towards integrating narratives across various media forms to engage audiences more deeply with social issues. - Decolonial Perspectives in Aesthetics:
An increasing focus on decolonial aesthetics signifies a shift towards understanding the impact of colonial histories on contemporary art and urban practices, advocating for diverse voices in cultural discourse.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Architectural Practices:
There has been a noticeable decrease in papers focusing solely on conventional architectural methodologies, as the journal shifts towards more innovative and interdisciplinary approaches. - Purely Theoretical Aesthetics:
The focus on abstract theoretical explorations of aesthetics, without practical applications or real-world contexts, appears to be waning in favor of more grounded, applied studies. - Localized Historical Narratives:
While historical narratives have been important, there is a decline in studies centered solely on localized histories without a broader contextualization in contemporary issues. - Art as Solely Decorative:
Papers that treat art primarily as a decorative element, detached from socio-political contexts, are less frequent, reflecting a shift towards art's engagement with social and political discourse.
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