Pampa
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Scholars: Open Access Insights into Regional and Environmental Studies.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Socio-Economic Dynamics:
The journal emphasizes the exploration of socio-economic conditions, particularly in rural and peri-urban contexts, highlighting the interactions between local communities and broader economic systems. - Territorial and Environmental Studies:
Research published in 'Pampa' frequently investigates the relationship between human activities and environmental changes, focusing on land use, sustainability, and the socio-historical context of territorial development. - Cultural and Historical Perspectives:
The journal encourages submissions that provide cultural and historical analyses of Argentine society, including the impacts of historical events on contemporary socio-economic structures. - Agricultural and Rural Development:
A core focus of 'Pampa' is the study of agriculture, especially family farming, agribusiness, and innovations in agricultural practices, reflecting on their implications for local economies and communities. - Social and Solidarity Economy:
The journal highlights research on social and solidarity economies, exploring alternative economic models that emphasize community well-being, sustainability, and social justice.
Trending and Emerging
- Resilience and Recovery Post-Pandemic:
Recent studies emphasize resilience in local economies, particularly in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, showcasing how communities adapt and recover from crises. - Sustainability and Environmental Governance:
There is an increasing focus on sustainability governance, particularly in agro-industrial contexts, indicating a growing awareness of environmental issues and the need for sustainable practices. - Technological Innovation in Agriculture:
Emerging themes include the role of technology in agriculture, such as Agriculture 4.0, highlighting innovations that enhance productivity while considering environmental impacts. - Social and Solidarity Economy Initiatives:
Research on social and solidarity economy initiatives has gained prominence, reflecting a shift towards understanding alternative economic models that prioritize community well-being and social equity. - Territorial Planning and Local Development:
An upward trend in studies related to territorial planning indicates a critical examination of local development strategies, particularly in relation to socio-historical contexts and community needs.
Declining or Waning
- Extractivism and Resource Management:
There has been a noticeable decrease in publications focusing explicitly on extractivism and resource management, possibly due to a shift towards more sustainable and equitable development discussions. - Urbanization and Industrialization Studies:
Research related to traditional urbanization patterns and industrialization processes has become less prominent, as the journal increasingly prioritizes rural and peri-urban studies. - Historical Agricultural Practices:
The focus on historical agricultural practices has waned, reflecting a broader shift towards contemporary challenges in agriculture and sustainability rather than historical analysis. - Gender Dynamics in Agriculture:
While gender issues remain important, specific studies on gender dynamics within agricultural contexts have seen a reduction, possibly overshadowed by more pressing contemporary social issues. - Globalization Impacts on Local Economies:
There is a declining trend in research specifically addressing the impacts of globalization on local economies, as newer themes related to local resilience and sustainability gain traction.
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