Novos Cadernos NAEA
Scope & Guideline
Promoting accessible knowledge for a better tomorrow.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Socio-environmental Studies:
The journal explores the interplay between social dynamics and environmental challenges in the Amazon region, highlighting issues such as deforestation, climate change, and indigenous rights. - Agroecology and Sustainable Development:
Research emphasizes agroecological practices and sustainable development strategies, focusing on family farming, food security, and traditional knowledge in the Amazon. - Cultural and Political Ecology:
The journal investigates the cultural dimensions of environmental issues, including the political implications of resource management and community resistance against environmental degradation. - Public Health and Environmental Policy:
Papers often discuss the implications of environmental policies on public health, particularly in the context of waste management and health services in rural and urban settings. - Biodiversity and Conservation:
Research highlights the importance of biodiversity in the Amazon, promoting conservation efforts through studies on ecological practices and the role of traditional knowledge.
Trending and Emerging
- Climate Change and Resilience:
There is an increasing focus on climate change, particularly how it affects local communities and ecosystems, emphasizing resilience strategies and adaptive practices. - Indigenous Rights and Knowledge Systems:
Research highlighting indigenous perspectives and knowledge systems is gaining traction, reflecting a broader recognition of the importance of indigenous rights in environmental governance. - Waste Management and Public Health:
Emerging studies are increasingly addressing waste management issues in urban and rural contexts, linking them to public health outcomes and sustainable practices. - Food Security and Nutrition:
The journal is placing greater emphasis on food security and nutrition, particularly in relation to agroecology, traditional food systems, and community resilience. - Social Movements and Environmental Justice:
There is a growing trend of research focused on social movements advocating for environmental justice, exploring how these groups influence policy and community engagement.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Industrial Practices:
There has been a noticeable decrease in research centered around conventional industrial practices in the Amazon, as the focus shifts towards more sustainable and ecologically sound alternatives. - Urbanization without Environmental Considerations:
Studies that solely address urbanization processes without integrating environmental impacts are becoming less common, reflecting a broader trend towards sustainable urban development. - Historical Economic Analyses of the Amazon:
While historical analyses remain relevant, there is a declining emphasis on purely economic historical studies, as contemporary socio-environmental issues take precedence in research agendas. - Large-scale Agricultural Development:
Research on large-scale agricultural development, particularly monocultures, is becoming less frequent, with a shift towards agroecology and smallholder farming systems.
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