Transinformacao
Scope & Guideline
Elevating academic discourse through rigorous interdisciplinary scholarship.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Information Science and Technology:
The journal prioritizes research that explores advancements in information science, including data management, digital curation, and the impact of emerging technologies on information practices. - Bibliometrics and Scientific Communication:
A core area of focus includes bibliometric analyses and studies of scientific communication, examining patterns of research output, citation practices, and the evolving landscape of scholarly publishing. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Transinformacao encourages interdisciplinary research that integrates perspectives from sociology, education, and technology to enrich the understanding of information behaviors and practices. - Emerging Technologies and Innovation:
The journal emphasizes the role of emerging technologies, such as blockchain and AI, in transforming information practices and industries, highlighting innovative applications and their implications. - Cultural and Social Contexts of Information:
Research addressing the cultural and social dimensions of information science, including studies on digital humanities, inclusivity in information access, and the societal impacts of information dissemination.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Humanities and Sustainability:
There is a growing interest in the intersection of digital humanities and sustainable development, exploring how information practices can contribute to social and environmental sustainability goals. - Data Governance and Ethics:
Publications addressing data governance, ethics in artificial intelligence, and the implications of data privacy are on the rise, reflecting a heightened awareness of the ethical responsibilities in information dissemination. - Interdisciplinary Research on Knowledge Management:
Emerging themes increasingly involve interdisciplinary approaches to knowledge management, emphasizing collaboration across fields to address complex information challenges. - Impact of Open Access and Alternative Publishing Models:
Research on the implications of open access publishing and alternative models of scholarly communication is becoming more prevalent, indicating a shift towards transparency and accessibility in research dissemination. - Social Media and Information Behavior:
The exploration of social media's impact on information behavior and dissemination is trending, reflecting the evolving ways in which information is shared and consumed in contemporary society.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Library Science:
There has been a noticeable decrease in publications focused solely on traditional library science practices, such as cataloging and physical collection management, as the field shifts towards digital and data-driven methodologies. - Regional Studies in Isolation:
Research that focuses exclusively on regional aspects of information science without a broader contextualization or comparative analysis has become less frequent, indicating a move towards more global and interconnected perspectives. - Static Theoretical Frameworks:
The reliance on static or outdated theoretical frameworks in information studies appears to be diminishing, as the journal increasingly favors dynamic models that incorporate contemporary challenges and innovations.
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