Translation and Interpreting Studies
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Scholars and Practitioners in Linguistic Discourse.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Cultural and Linguistic Adaptation:
Explores how translations and interpretations adapt to various cultural contexts, including the nuances of language and the specific needs of target audiences. - Cognitive and Psychological Aspects:
Investigates cognitive processes involved in interpreting and translating, including the effects of language structures on cognitive load and fluency. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Promotes interdisciplinary research that connects translation studies with fields such as sociology, political science, and cultural studies. - Social Justice and Activism:
Examines the role of translation and interpreting in social justice movements, particularly in relation to marginalized communities and identity politics. - Technological Integration:
Analyzes the impact of technology on translation and interpreting practices, including machine translation and computer-assisted interpreting tools. - Historical and Contextual Studies:
Focuses on the historical context of translation and interpreting practices, exploring how they have evolved and influenced cultural exchanges over time. - Professional Practice and Ethics:
Addresses the professional standards, ethics, and challenges faced by translators and interpreters in various settings.
Trending and Emerging
- Crisis Translation and Cultural Mediation:
Emerging focus on the role of translation in crisis situations, such as during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the importance of cultural mediation in facilitating communication. - Queer Theory and LGBTQ+ Representation:
A significant increase in research addressing LGBTQ+ themes in translation, including activism and representation, reflecting broader societal movements towards inclusivity. - Fan Translation and Community Engagement:
Growing interest in fan translation as a form of cultural engagement, exploring how communities interact with and reinterpret media through translation. - Cognitive Load in Interpreting:
Increased research into the cognitive challenges faced by interpreters, particularly in high-pressure environments, emphasizing the need for understanding mental processes in interpreting. - Technological Advances and Machine Translation:
Heightened exploration of the implications of machine translation and technology on professional practices, including effectiveness and ethical considerations. - Political Discourse and Translation:
Emerging themes focusing on the relationship between translation and political discourse, particularly in the context of global events and media representation.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Literary Translation:
There is a noticeable decline in research specifically focused on traditional literary translation, as the journal shifts towards more contemporary and applied aspects of translation. - Purely Linguistic Analyses:
Studies focusing solely on linguistic features of translation without considering cultural or cognitive implications have become less frequent, indicating a move towards a more integrated approach. - Static Theoretical Models:
The journal has moved away from static theoretical models of translation, favoring dynamic, contextual, and interdisciplinary frameworks that reflect current complexities in the field. - Historical Case Studies:
Interest in historical case studies of translation practices has waned, with a greater emphasis now placed on contemporary issues and practices. - Generalized Approaches to Interpreting:
Research that treats interpreting as a homogeneous practice without acknowledging specific contexts or cultural nuances is becoming less prevalent.
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