Revue d Anthropologie des Connaissances
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Intersection of Knowledge and Society.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Ethnographic inquiry into knowledge practices:
The journal emphasizes ethnography as a core methodology, investigating how knowledge is produced and understood in various cultural and social contexts. - Interdisciplinary approaches to social phenomena:
It fosters interdisciplinary research that bridges anthropology, sociology, and science and technology studies (STS), allowing for a comprehensive understanding of complex social issues. - Focus on materiality and environmental concerns:
There is a consistent focus on the material aspects of knowledge production, including environmental issues, ecological interactions, and the socio-political implications of material practices. - Critical examination of ignorance and knowledge production:
The journal addresses the concept of ignorance in knowledge systems, exploring how what is not known influences social actions and policies. - Engagement with contemporary societal challenges:
Research published in the journal often engages with pressing global issues, including climate change, public health, and technological transformations, highlighting the relevance of knowledge in addressing these challenges.
Trending and Emerging
- Preparation and anticipation in social practices:
Recent publications emphasize the concept of preparation—how individuals and communities prepare for uncertainties and disruptions, reflecting a growing interest in anticipatory practices in various fields. - Intersections of technology and society:
There is an increasing trend towards exploring how technological advancements intersect with societal practices, particularly in areas like public health, environmental monitoring, and data governance. - Engagement with activism and social movements:
Papers reflecting on the role of knowledge in activism and social movements are gaining traction, indicating a shift towards understanding how knowledge informs and shapes collective actions. - Materiality and environmental justice:
Emerging themes highlight the relationship between materiality—such as waste, pollution, and resource management—and social justice, reflecting a heightened awareness of ecological concerns within anthropological research. - Ethnographies of contemporary crises:
The journal is increasingly publishing ethnographic studies that address contemporary crises, such as climate change and public health emergencies, showcasing the relevance of anthropological methods in urgent societal contexts.
Declining or Waning
- Historical analyses of scientific practices:
There has been a noticeable decline in papers focusing on historical perspectives of scientific practices, which were more prevalent in earlier issues. - Theoretical discussions on epistemology:
Themes centered around abstract theoretical discussions of epistemology seem to be waning, with a shift towards more applied and practical investigations in contemporary contexts. - Discussions on traditional anthropological perspectives:
Traditional anthropological topics, such as cultural relativism and ethnographic description, appear to be less frequent, giving way to more interdisciplinary and contemporary issues.
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