Call for Papers: Trace 2027

Trace is a peer-reviewed, fully open access online journal that provides a forum for research and discussion of human-animal relations from social and cultural perspectives, minding the viewpoints and interests of nonhuman animals. The journal publishes original research articles, overviews, lectiones praecursoriae, and conference reports, as well as reviews on books, art exhibitions, films, and other media. We can also consider shorter commentaries or discussion papers for publication. Trace accepts submissions in Finnish, English, and Swedish. The journal is published by the Finnish Society for Human-Animal Studies.   Peer-reviewed articles and overviews for inclusion in the spring 2027 issue are due 15.9.2026 and other items are due 15.12.2026. Trace also publishes accepted articles as forthcoming publications already before the entire issue of Trace will be out in the spring of 2027. Further information can be found on journal’s website.