HYBRID EVENT: You can participate in person at Chicago, USA or Virtually from your home or work

Conference Programme

Tentative Conference Agenda

Explore the proposed two-day programme developed around the conference Session Tracks and aligned United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Conference Format Hybrid Conference In-person and virtual participation
Programme 2 Days 11–12 December 2026
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 6 SDGs SDGs 4, 8, 9, 10, 16 and 17
Tentative Agenda & Timings

Session timings, sequence, track grouping and allocations are tentative and subject to change. Final timings will be confirmed closer to the conference. All timings follow the local time of the conference location.

Day 01

Opening, Keynote & Technical Sessions

11 DEC 2026 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:30 AM

    Registration, Welcome Kit Collection & Virtual Check-in

    Participant arrival, credential verification and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:30 AM 09:45 AM

    Networking Tea & Digital Welcome

    Informal networking for on-site and virtual participants.

    HYBRID
  3. 09:45 AM 10:30 AM

    Welcome Address, Opening Plenary & Keynote Presentation I

    Opening of the conference and introduction to its research focus.

    PLENARY
  4. 10:30 AM 12:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session I

    3 TRACKS
    Track 01
    Innovations in European Scientific Thought
    49
    Track Overview

    This track explores the pivotal innovations that shaped scientific thought in Europe from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment. Participants will analyze how these innovations influenced broader societal changes and intellectual movements.

    Track 02
    Technological Advancements and Industrialization
    89
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on the technological advancements that fueled the Industrial Revolution in Europe. Discussions will center on the interplay between technology, economy, and social structures during this transformative period.

    Track 03
    Knowledge Systems in Historical Context
    410
    Track Overview

    This track examines the evolution of knowledge systems in Europe, highlighting the transition from medieval to modern paradigms. Scholars will investigate how these systems influenced education and intellectual discourse.

  5. 12:30 PM 01:30 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and networking opportunity.

    BREAK
  6. 01:30 PM 03:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session II

    3 TRACKS
    Track 04
    The Role of Experimentation in European Science
    49
    Track Overview

    This session delves into the significance of experimentation as a methodological approach in the development of European science. Participants will discuss key experiments and their implications for scientific knowledge.

    Track 05
    Rationalism and Enlightenment Thought
    416
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the emergence of rationalism during the Enlightenment and its impact on European intellectual history. Contributions will focus on key figures and texts that shaped rationalist philosophy.

    Track 06
    Intellectual Networks and Scientific Collaboration
    917
    Track Overview

    This session examines the formation of intellectual networks that facilitated scientific collaboration across Europe. Participants will explore how these networks contributed to the dissemination of knowledge and innovation.

  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Interactive Q&A, Day 1 Summary & Group Photo

    Closing interaction and key takeaways from the first day.

    CLOSING
Day 02

Keynote, Technical Sessions & Awards

12 DEC 2026 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:15 AM

    Participant Check-in & Day 2 Welcome

    On-site attendance confirmation and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:15 AM 10:00 AM

    Keynote Presentation II

    Expert address on the future of the conference research domain.

    PLENARY
  3. 10:00 AM 12:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session III

    3 TRACKS
    Track 07
    Global Exchanges and European Knowledge
    410
    Track Overview

    This track analyzes the impact of global exchanges on European knowledge systems during the early modern period. Discussions will highlight how interactions with non-European cultures influenced scientific and technological advancements.

    Track 08
    Communication and the Spread of Ideas
    416
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on the role of communication in the dissemination of scientific ideas and innovations in Europe. Scholars will explore various mediums, including print and correspondence, that facilitated knowledge exchange.

    Track 09
    Inventions that Shaped Modern Europe
    89
    Track Overview

    This track highlights key inventions that played a crucial role in shaping modern European society. Participants will discuss the cultural and economic implications of these inventions.

  4. 12:00 PM 01:00 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and professional networking.

    BREAK
  5. 01:00 PM 03:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session IV

    2 TRACKS
    Track 10
    Education and the Cultivation of Knowledge
    410
    Track Overview

    This session investigates the evolution of educational practices in Europe and their role in the cultivation of knowledge. Contributions will focus on the relationship between education, science, and societal progress.

    Track 11
    Research Traditions and Methodologies in European Studies
    416
    Track Overview

    This track explores the diverse research traditions and methodologies employed in European studies. Participants will engage in discussions on how these approaches have evolved and their relevance to contemporary scholarship.

  6. 03:00 PM 03:30 PM

    Publications, Best Paper & Best Presentation Awards

    Publication guidance and recognition of outstanding research contributions.

    AWARDS
  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Valedictory Session, Closing Remarks & Group Photo

    Conference summary, acknowledgements and formal conclusion.

    CLOSING
Aligned SDGs
4 Quality Education 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 10 Reduced Inequalities 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions 17 Partnerships for the Goals

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