Problemos
Scope & Guideline
Championing Open Access to Transformative Knowledge
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Philosophical Inquiry:
'Problemos' publishes works that draw on multiple philosophical traditions, facilitating dialogues between Western and Eastern philosophies, as well as contemporary and historical contexts. - Exploration of Fundamental Philosophical Themes:
The journal aims to delve deeply into core philosophical concepts such as existence, consciousness, ethics, and politics, examining their implications in contemporary society. - Focus on Phenomenology and Existentialism:
A consistent emphasis is placed on phenomenological and existentialist approaches, exploring how these frameworks can inform current philosophical debates and human experiences. - Political Philosophy and Social Theory:
'Problemos' regularly engages with political philosophy, examining issues of agency, identity, and justice, particularly in relation to modern sociopolitical contexts. - Philosophical Engagement with Science and Technology:
The journal addresses the intersection of philosophy with science and technology, particularly concerning ethical implications and the nature of consciousness in the age of AI.
Trending and Emerging
- Phenomenology and Psychopathology:
There is an increasing focus on the intersection of phenomenology and mental health, particularly in understanding psychosis and agency, highlighting the relevance of existential approaches to contemporary psychological discourse. - Political Philosophy and Biopolitics:
Emerging discussions on biopolitics and its implications for modern governance and social theory indicate a trend towards examining how political structures affect individual lives and collective identities. - Cultural and Existential Crisis:
A rising interest in exploring cultural crises through philosophical lenses reflects a societal preoccupation with identity, belonging, and the impact of modernity on human experiences. - Technological Ethics and AI:
The dialogue surrounding ethics in the context of artificial intelligence and technology is gaining traction, emphasizing the need for philosophical frameworks to navigate contemporary technological dilemmas. - Ecological and Environmental Philosophy:
An emerging theme in recent years is the philosophical exploration of ecological and environmental issues, representing a response to global crises and the need for sustainable practices and ethical considerations.
Declining or Waning
- Classical Metaphysics:
Discussions around traditional metaphysical themes have seen a decline, with fewer papers exploring classical metaphysical concepts in depth, possibly due to a shift towards more pragmatic and phenomenological approaches. - Historical Philosophical Figures:
There is a noticeable decrease in papers focused specifically on historical philosophical figures outside of their relevance to contemporary issues, indicating a preference for current philosophical discourse. - Analytic Philosophy:
The journal appears to be moving away from purely analytic philosophy discussions, as the trend leans more towards phenomenological and existential approaches, reflecting a broader interest in subjective experience. - Narrowly Defined Ethical Theories:
While ethical discussions remain important, there has been a reduction in the focus on narrowly defined ethical theories, with more emphasis on broader social and political implications of ethical considerations.
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