Translation and Interpreting Studies

Scope & Guideline

Connecting Scholars and Practitioners in Linguistic Discourse.

Introduction

Welcome to your portal for understanding Translation and Interpreting Studies, featuring guidelines for its aims and scope. Our guidelines cover trending and emerging topics, identifying the forefront of research. Additionally, we track declining topics, offering insights into areas experiencing reduced scholarly attention. Key highlights include highly cited topics and recently published papers, curated within these guidelines to assist you in navigating influential academic dialogues.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN1932-2798
PublisherJOHN BENJAMINS PUBLISHING CO
Support Open AccessNo
CountryNetherlands
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 2011 to 2024
AbbreviationTRANSL INTERPRET STU / Trans. Interpret. Stud.
Frequency3 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
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AddressPO BOX 36224, 1020 ME AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS

Aims and Scopes

Translation and Interpreting Studies focuses on the multifaceted aspects of translation and interpreting, emphasizing their cultural, social, and cognitive dimensions. The journal seeks to provide a platform for innovative research and theoretical advancements in the field.
  1. 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.
  2. Cognitive and Psychological Aspects:
    Investigates cognitive processes involved in interpreting and translating, including the effects of language structures on cognitive load and fluency.
  3. Interdisciplinary Approaches:
    Promotes interdisciplinary research that connects translation studies with fields such as sociology, political science, and cultural studies.
  4. Social Justice and Activism:
    Examines the role of translation and interpreting in social justice movements, particularly in relation to marginalized communities and identity politics.
  5. Technological Integration:
    Analyzes the impact of technology on translation and interpreting practices, including machine translation and computer-assisted interpreting tools.
  6. 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.
  7. Professional Practice and Ethics:
    Addresses the professional standards, ethics, and challenges faced by translators and interpreters in various settings.
Recent publications in Translation and Interpreting Studies reveal emerging themes that reflect current societal changes, technological advancements, and evolving academic interests.
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. Technological Advances and Machine Translation:
    Heightened exploration of the implications of machine translation and technology on professional practices, including effectiveness and ethical considerations.
  6. 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

While Translation and Interpreting Studies has a broad scope, certain themes have shown a decrease in prominence in recent publications, reflecting shifts in research focus and priorities.
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Historical Case Studies:
    Interest in historical case studies of translation practices has waned, with a greater emphasis now placed on contemporary issues and practices.
  5. 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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