LS3HE-26 2026 - 67th LISBON World Congress on “Science, Social Sciences, Humanities & Education” (LS3HE-26)

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Category Science, Social Sciences, Humanities & Education

Deadline: February 20, 2026 | Date: March 11, 2026-March 13, 2026

Venue/Country: Lisbon, Portugal

Updated: 2025-11-29 14:43:23 (GMT+9)

Call For Papers - CFP

I. Core Science Disciplines & Research Paradigms

Physical Sciences:

Quantum Physics & Technologies (quantum computing, sensing, communication, materials)

Nanotechnology & Nanoscience (nanomaterials, nanoelectronics, nanomedicine)

Advanced Materials Science (smart materials, metamaterials, biomimetic materials, composites)

Optics & Photonics (lasers, fiber optics, optical computing, imaging)

Astronomy & Astrophysics (exoplanets, cosmology, space exploration)

Condensed Matter Physics & Spintronics

Chemical Sciences:

Green Chemistry & Sustainable Chemical Processes

Materials Chemistry & Polymer Science

Analytical Chemistry & Spectroscopy

Electrochemistry & Catalysis

Drug Discovery & Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Biological & Life Sciences:

Genomics, Proteomics & Bioinformatics

Synthetic Biology & Genetic Engineering (CRISPR, gene therapy)

Neuroscience & Brain Science (neuro-engineering, brain-computer interfaces)

Biotechnology & Bioengineering (biomaterials, tissue engineering, bioprinting)

Environmental Biology & Ecology (biodiversity, ecosystem services, conservation)

Microbiology & Immunology

Earth & Environmental Sciences:

Climate Science & Climate Change Modeling

Environmental Monitoring & Remote Sensing

Sustainable Resource Management (water, energy, land)

Geology & Geophysics

Pollution Science & Control

Mathematical & Computational Sciences:

Applied Mathematics & Modeling

Statistics & Probability

Computational Science (high-performance computing, scientific simulation)

Data Science & Big Data Analytics for scientific discovery

II. Engineering Innovations & Applications

Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning (ML):

Deep Learning & Neural Networks

Generative AI & Large Language Models (LLMs)

AI for scientific discovery and engineering design

Explainable AI (XAI) & Trustworthy AI

AI Ethics & Societal Impact

Robotics & Automation:

Autonomous Systems (drones, self-driving vehicles, mobile robots)

Human-Robot Interaction & Collaboration (Cobots)

Industrial Automation & Smart Factories (Industry 4.0/5.0)

Robotics in healthcare, agriculture, and hazardous environments

Computer Science & Information Technology:

Cybersecurity & Data Privacy (blockchain, quantum-resistant cryptography)

Cloud Computing, Edge Computing & Distributed Systems

Internet of Things (IoT) & Sensor Networks

Software Engineering & Development Methodologies

Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)

Blockchain & Decentralized Technologies (DeFi, Web3)

Sustainable & Environmental Engineering:

Renewable Energy Systems (solar, wind, geothermal, hydropower, hydrogen)

Energy Storage & Conversion Technologies (batteries, fuel cells)

Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS)

Advanced Water & Wastewater Treatment (resource recovery, desalination)

Green Building & Sustainable Infrastructure

Circular Economy Technologies & Waste-to-Value Solutions

Biomedical & Healthcare Engineering:

Medical Devices & Diagnostics (wearables, smart implants, biosensors)

Biomaterials & Regenerative Medicine

Digital Health & Telemedicine

Drug Delivery Systems & Nanomedicine

Bioinformatics & Computational Biology in healthcare

Civil & Structural Engineering:

Smart Cities & Urban Infrastructure Planning

Resilient Infrastructure & Disaster Mitigation

Sustainable Transportation Systems

Geotechnical Engineering & Materials

Electrical & Electronics Engineering:

Power Systems & Smart Grids

Microelectronics & Nanoelectronics

Communication Systems (5G/6G, satellite communication)

Control Systems & Automation

Mechanical & Mechatronics Engineering:

Advanced Robotics & Mechatronic Systems

Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer

Fluid Dynamics & Aerodynamics

Design & Manufacturing Engineering

III. Cross-Cutting Themes & Societal Impact

Digital Transformation:

Industry 4.0/5.0 and beyond

Digital Twins and Cyber-Physical Systems

Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Mixed Reality (MR) for scientific and engineering applications

Ethics, Policy & Governance of Technology:

Responsible Innovation & Technology Assessment

Data Ethics & Privacy Concerns

Regulatory Frameworks for AI, Biotechnology, etc.

Societal Impact of Emerging Technologies

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) & Global Challenges:

Science and Technology for Climate Action

Innovation for Affordable and Clean Energy

Technologies for Good Health and Well-being

Sustainable Cities and Communities through S&T

Responsible Consumption and Production

Science Communication & Public Engagement:

Translating complex scientific and technological concepts for broader audiences.

Promoting scientific literacy and critical thinking.

Citizen science initiatives.

Innovation Ecosystems & Entrepreneurship:

Technology transfer and commercialization

Start-ups and venture capital in S&T

Public-private partnerships for innovation

IV. Core Disciplines and Interdisciplinary Approaches within Social Sciences & Humanities

Sociology & Anthropology:

Social inequality, stratification, and social justice.

Cultural studies, identity, and diversity.

Urban and rural sociology.

Gender, sexuality, and family studies.

Migration, diaspora, and transnationalism.

Digital sociology and the impact of technology on society.

Applied anthropology and community development.

Ethnography and qualitative research methods.

Political Science & International Relations:

Democracy, governance, and political systems.

Public policy analysis and implementation.

International conflict, peacebuilding, and diplomacy.

Global challenges (e.g., climate change, pandemics) and political responses.

Human rights and social movements.

Political communication and media.

Economics (with a social/humanities lens):

Behavioral economics and decision-making.

Development economics and poverty alleviation.

Social economy and ethical consumption.

Economic history and the evolution of economic thought.

Labor economics and the future of work.

Psychology (Social & Developmental Focus):

Social psychology: group dynamics, attitudes, prejudice, intergroup relations.

Developmental psychology: lifespan development, cognitive and emotional growth.

Environmental psychology: human interaction with natural and built environments.

Cultural psychology: cross-cultural variations in psychological processes.

Psychology of well-being and mental health in diverse contexts.

History & Memory Studies:

Global histories, transnational connections, and comparative history.

Public history, historical memory, and commemoration.

Digital history and archival practices.

Oral history and community narratives.

History of ideas and intellectual movements.

Decolonizing history and challenging dominant narratives.

Philosophy & Ethics:

Applied ethics (e.g., bioethics, environmental ethics, ethics of AI, social justice ethics).

Political philosophy and theories of justice.

Epistemology, metaphysics, and philosophy of mind.

Phenomenology and existentialism in contemporary thought.

Philosophy of language and communication.

Logic and critical reasoning.

Literature & Linguistics:

Comparative literature and world literatures.

Literary theory and criticism.

Language acquisition and multilingualism.

Sociolinguistics and language variation.

Discourse analysis and critical discourse studies.

Digital linguistics and computational literary analysis.

Arts & Cultural Studies (with a social/humanities perspective):

Anthropology of art, music, and performance.

Cultural policy and arts management.

Media studies and popular culture analysis.

Visual culture and representation.

The role of arts in social change and community engagement.

V. Education: Theories, Practices & Innovations

Educational Psychology & Learning Sciences:

Cognitive processes in learning.

Motivation, engagement, and self-regulated learning.

Learning theories and their application in diverse contexts.

Neuroscience of learning.

Educational assessment and evaluation.

Curriculum & Pedagogy:

Innovative teaching methods (e.g., inquiry-based, project-based, blended learning).

Curriculum design for 21st-century skills (critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication).

Interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary curriculum development.

Experiential learning, service-learning, and civic education.

Arts-based pedagogies and creative education.

Educational Technology & Digital Learning:

AI in education (personalized learning, adaptive systems, intelligent tutoring, ethical considerations).

Online, hybrid, and blended learning models: challenges, opportunities, and best practices.

Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital learning platforms.

Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) for immersive learning experiences.

Gamification and game-based learning in educational settings.

Digital literacies and responsible digital citizenship.

Educational Policy & Leadership:

Education reform and policy analysis.

Leadership in educational institutions (K-12, higher education).

Funding, equity, and access in education.

Global trends and comparative education policy.

Teacher policy, professional development, and well-being.

Higher Education Studies:

The future of universities and higher education institutions.

Student success, retention, and well-being in higher education.

Research ethics and integrity in academia.

Internationalization of higher education.

Employability and graduate outcomes.

Specific Educational Contexts/Challenges:

Early Childhood Education.

Special Education and Inclusive Education.

Adult and Lifelong Learning.

Vocational and Technical Education.

Education in emergencies and conflict zones.

Humanities education in STEM-dominant environments.

Citizenship and Global Education.

VI. Intersections & Cross-Cutting Themes

Social Justice, Equity & Inclusion:

Addressing systemic inequalities in society and education.

Anti-racist pedagogies and curriculum.

Gender studies, LGBTQ+ issues, and education.

Disability studies and inclusive practices.

Indigenous knowledge systems and decolonization in education and research.

Ethics of Technology & Society:

The societal impact of AI and automation.

Data privacy, surveillance, and digital ethics.

Responsible innovation and techno-optimism vs. techno-pessimism.

Human-technology co-evolution.

Cultural Heritage & Globalization:

Preservation and interpretation of cultural heritage in a globalized world.

The impact of globalization on local cultures and identities.

Intercultural communication and competence.

Research Methodologies:

Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods in social science and humanities research.

Action research and participatory research.

Ethical considerations in research involving human subjects.

Big data methods for social science research.

Sustainability & Environmental Humanism:

The role of social sciences and humanities in addressing climate change and environmental crises.

Environmental education and literacy.

Ecological justice and human-nature relationships.

Arts-Based Research & Practice:

Using artistic and creative methods for inquiry and dissemination in social sciences and education.

Performance as research.