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Scope & Guideline
Bridging Past and Present through Open Access Research.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Iberian Archaeology:
The journal showcases research focused on the archaeology of the Iberian Peninsula, including studies on ancient civilizations, cultural practices, and material culture. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Utilizing diverse methodologies, such as cognitive archaeology, neurobiology, and materials analysis, the journal promotes an interdisciplinary perspective in archaeological research. - Cultural Heritage and Identity:
The exploration of cultural heritage through archaeological findings, emphasizing how ancient societies shaped contemporary identities and understandings of the past. - Material Culture Studies:
In-depth analyses of artifacts, including pottery, inscriptions, and structural remains, to understand social practices, trade, and technological advancements. - Funerary Practices:
Research on burial sites and funerary customs, providing insights into the beliefs, social hierarchies, and rituals of past societies. - Historical Contextualization:
The journal emphasizes contextualizing archaeological findings within their historical frameworks to better understand the dynamics of ancient societies.
Trending and Emerging
- Cognitive Archaeology:
The integration of cognitive archaeology, focusing on the neurobiological aspects of human behavior and cognition in ancient societies, has gained traction, emphasizing how mental processes influenced cultural practices. - Material Analysis and Characterization:
There is an increasing focus on the material characterization of artifacts, using scientific techniques to understand production methods and trade networks, which enhances the understanding of ancient economies. - Anthropological Studies:
Research incorporating anthropological perspectives to analyze social structures, cultural practices, and daily life in ancient societies has become more prominent, providing a holistic view of historical communities. - Environmental Archaeology:
Emerging studies examining the interaction between ancient societies and their environments, including climate effects and resource management, reflect a growing interest in sustainability and ecological contexts. - Public Archaeology and Heritage Management:
There is a trend towards exploring the implications of archaeological research for contemporary heritage management and public engagement, indicating a commitment to making archaeology relevant to modern society.
Declining or Waning
- Prehistoric Archaeology:
There has been a noticeable decrease in publications focused specifically on prehistoric archaeology, indicating a shift towards more historical periods and contexts. - Classical Antiquity Studies:
Research centered on classical antiquity, particularly Greek and Roman studies, seems to be less frequent, possibly overshadowed by more localized studies of Iberian cultures. - Generalized Art Historical Analysis:
The trend of broad art historical analyses that do not connect directly with archaeological findings has diminished, suggesting a preference for more integrated studies that combine art with archaeological context. - Thematic Monographs:
Fewer thematic monographs exploring singular topics in depth have been published, indicating a potential shift towards more diverse and varied research outputs. - Regional Studies Outside Iberia:
There is a waning interest in archaeological studies related to regions outside of the Iberian Peninsula, as the journal increasingly focuses on localized research.
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