TIJDSCHRIFT VOOR ECONOMISCHE EN SOCIALE GEOGRAFIE
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Research with Global Economic and Social Landscapes
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Economic Geography and Local Development:
The journal emphasizes the study of economic systems and local development strategies, examining how regional economies adapt to global changes and local initiatives. This includes topics like tourism, infrastructure development, and the role of local actors. - Social Dynamics and Spatial Inequalities:
TESG explores the social dimensions of geography, focusing on issues such as migration, housing, gentrification, and urban inequalities. The journal seeks to understand how social factors are intertwined with spatial practices and policies. - Regional Identity and Cultural Geography:
The journal investigates the formation and transformation of regional identities and cultural landscapes. It examines how territorial identities are constructed and how they influence social relations and economic activities. - Environmental Sustainability and Climate Change:
There is a strong emphasis on sustainability, particularly in relation to climate change and environmental behavior. The journal publishes research on local responses to global environmental challenges and the implications for regional planning. - Methodological Innovations in Geography:
TESG encourages the use of innovative methodologies in geographical research, including digital tools, spatial analysis, and qualitative approaches. This focus on methodological rigor enhances the robustness of research findings.
Trending and Emerging
- Urban Resilience and Recovery:
An increasing number of studies focus on urban resilience, particularly in the context of recovery from crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic. This theme explores adaptive strategies and the role of community engagement in building resilient urban environments. - Intersectionality and Social Justice:
There is a noticeable trend towards examining intersectionality in social justice contexts, exploring how various identities (e.g., gender, race, class) intersect with spatial practices and contribute to inequalities. - Digital Geographies and Technology's Influence:
Research on digital platforms, smart cities, and technological impacts on geography is gaining traction. This trend reflects the growing importance of technology in shaping economic and social interactions. - Climate Change Adaptation Strategies:
The journal is increasingly publishing research on local adaptation strategies to climate change, focusing on how communities respond to environmental challenges. This includes studies on sustainable practices and policy implications. - Transnational and Cross-Border Dynamics:
Emerging themes include the exploration of transnational connections and cross-border dynamics, particularly in the context of migration and economic interactions, highlighting the complexity of global interconnectedness.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Industrial Geography:
There has been a noticeable decrease in publications focused on traditional industrial geography, particularly studies that merely describe industrial locations without engaging with broader social or economic dynamics. - Rural Studies with Limited Scope:
Research on rural areas has shifted towards more nuanced discussions of rural-urban interactions and local development, leading to a decline in studies that focus solely on rural issues without considering their urban counterparts. - Quantitative-Only Approaches:
There seems to be a waning interest in purely quantitative studies that do not integrate qualitative insights. The journal’s trend towards interdisciplinary approaches suggests a move away from research that relies solely on quantitative data. - Globalization in a Static Context:
Earlier themes that addressed globalization in a static manner, focusing on its impacts without considering dynamic processes and local responses, are becoming less frequent as researchers adopt more complex frameworks. - Overly Theoretical Discussions:
There is a decline in the publication of papers that engage in overly theoretical discussions without empirical backing. The journal is increasingly valuing empirical research that offers practical insights.
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