Scientia Medica
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Global Insights in Biomedical Research
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Historical Analysis of Medical Practices:
The journal examines the historical development of medical practices and theories, especially during the early modern period, providing insights into how these practices influenced contemporary medicine. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
It employs a multidisciplinary framework, integrating history, philosophy, and science to analyze the complexities of medical knowledge and its societal implications. - Cultural Contexts of Medicine:
The scope includes the exploration of the cultural and social dimensions of medicine, highlighting how different cultures have perceived and practiced medicine throughout history. - Influence of Philosophy on Medical Thought:
The journal investigates the impact of philosophical ideas on medical theories, especially the interplay between natural philosophy and medical practices in historical contexts. - Gender Perspectives in Medical History:
It highlights the role of gender in shaping medical knowledge and practices, exploring how gender dynamics influenced health and healing in historical societies.
Trending and Emerging
- Intersection of Science and Religion:
There is a growing trend to explore how scientific inquiry and religious beliefs intersected in early modern medical practices, revealing the complex relationship between faith and science. - Gender and Medical Knowledge:
The focus on gender dynamics in the creation and dissemination of medical knowledge is increasingly prominent, emphasizing the need to understand how gender influenced health practices historically. - Cultural Exchanges in Medicine:
Research highlighting the exchanges of medical knowledge across cultures, particularly between the Islamic and Western worlds, is gaining traction, reflecting a broader interest in global medical histories. - Visualization and Memory Techniques in Medicine:
Emerging studies on visualization techniques and memory aids in historical medical practices illustrate a renewed interest in cognitive approaches to understanding historical medical knowledge. - The Role of Instruments in Medical Practice:
There is a notable increase in publications examining the significance of medical instruments and their development, showcasing how technological advancements shaped medical practices throughout history.
Declining or Waning
- Astrology in Medical Practice:
Although astrology historically played a significant role in medical practices, recent publications show a declining focus on this theme, suggesting a shift towards more empirical and scientific approaches in understanding medicine. - Medieval Medical Texts:
The interest in medieval medical texts and their interpretations appears to be waning, as contemporary issues and modern medical practices become more central to the discourse. - Natural Magic:
The exploration of natural magic and its applications in medical contexts has decreased, indicating a move away from mystical interpretations of health and healing towards more rational and scientific methodologies.
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