Science and Sensibility: Art Meets Method (A Transdisciplinary Conference)

Science and Sensibility: Art Meets Method (A Transdisciplinary Conference)

17th to 18th October 2026

Oxford, United Kingdom

"Science and Sensibility: Method Meets Art"

A Transdisciplinary Conference

October 17-18, 2026

Call for Papers

Proposal Submission Deadline: September 18, 2026

Abstract form on: https://forms.gle/xyGsPLShekVkNtZ29

Where: Oxford University and online

Conference fee: £180 (in person participation) or £100 (online participation)

"Art and science bear intrinsic similarities in their attempts to illuminate aspects of the human condition. Grounded in exploration, revelation, and representation, art and science work toward advancing human understanding", Patricia Leavy, Method Meets Art.

According to Richard Dawkins, "There’s real poetry in the real world. Science is the poetry of reality". So why are art and science sometimes considered as two separate fields, rather than two different sides of the same coin? And who says that scientists, engineers, and medical researchers take interest only in matters within the boundaries of the laboratories and hospitals? How might the perspective of art provide fresh avenues for understanding and contribute significantly to the enrichment of scientific knowledge? For poets, writers, and artists there are no such boundaries, for there is poetic wisdom in scientific knowledge, beauty in anatomy, and concepts worth celebrating in writing. And for biographers and memoirists, the medical humanities offer experiences that are worth preserving in prose. Our forthcoming conference seeks to deconstruct the common divide between two seemingly distinct disciplines of art and science, building bridges instead of boundaries, and showing the importance of creatively contemplating, cherishing, and preserving the beauty of what we learn and experience.

This conference, therefore, aims to bring together scholars, creatives, and other arts-based researchers from different disciplines working on topics related to transdisciplinarity, with a focus on the bridging of science with the arts. You may be a scientist or a medical practitioner who writes poems and stories or takes on another art (such as music, sculpture, the visual arts, etc.) or alternatively, you may be a creative inspired by science, or a practioner in a field that utilises creative approaches for scientific purposes - so the intertwining of your thoughts, ideas, and creativity are welcome, and we can't wait to hear about your work that combines your creativity with science!

Send us your proposals by August 31st. Presenters can either share academic papers and/or creative work (poetry, prose, photography, music, painting, etc.), as we highly encourage arts-based research. We welcome proposals from scholars (of all disciplines), creatives, graduate students, practitioners and professionals.

So whether you are working on research bridging art with creativity, or you have a piece containing astronomical images, eco-poetry, aesthetic reflections on chemicals and substances, lunar photography, artistic depictions of the human body, alchemical musings, art and arithmetic, psychological fiction (or non-fiction), an ode to omicron, or any other creative pieces arising from "scientific" inspiration, please share them with us!

We welcome 15-minute presentations on topics related (but certainly not limited to) the

following fields:

- Fiction as a mode for knowledge

- Transdisciplinarity in its various forms

- Music-based practices

- A/r/tography

- Physics as an inspiration in literature

- Chemistry and the culinary, literary or visual arts

- Astrophotography

- Alchemy as an art and science

- Psychology and the arts

- Symbolic healing

- Ecopoetics

- Anatomy in painting

- The medical humanities

- Poetry and medicine

- Photography and medical technology

- Ruminations based on scientific theories

- Space poetry

- Art therapy

- Music and mathematical formulas

- Viruses and philosophy

- The human body

- Mental illness and the arts

- Quantum physics and artistic expression

- Technological advancements and their impact on artistic creation

- Mathematical patterns in visual arts

- Neuroscience and creativity

- Climate change and environmental art

- Data visualization as an art form

- Ethical considerations in scientific art collaborations

- Evolutionary biology and literature

- Augmented reality and immersive storytelling

- Artificial intelligence and its role in creative processes

- Bioart and biotechnology in artistic practice

- Intersection of robotics and performance art

- Astronomy and music composition

- Psychology of color in visual arts

- Medical imaging techniques and artistic interpretation

- Intersection of archaeology and art history

- Cognitive science and theater/performance studies

- Genetics and contemporary art practices

- Philosophy of science and its influence on artistic discourse

- Ecological activism through artistic interventions

- Anthropology and the representation of cultures in art

- Social sciences and documentary photography

- Nanotechnology and its implications for artistic materials

- Ethnomusicology and cultural expressions of scientific knowledge

- Marine biology and marine-inspired art forms

Kindly fill out the proposal form by September 18, 2026.

For further queries, please email us on conferences@labrc.co.uk, and kindly allow us at least 2-3 working days to respond.

Want more inspiration? Check out our recently released issue of our literary and arts journal, Indelible, with the special theme of "Science and Sensibility"!

Enquiries: conferences@labrc.co.uk

Web address: https://labrc.co.uk/science-and-sensibility-2026/

Alchemy: Exploring Metaphorical Transformations and Arts-Based Research

Alchemy: Exploring Metaphorical Transformations and Arts-Based Research

14th to 15th November 2026

Oxford, United Kingdom

Date: November 14-15, 2026

Location: University of Oxford, UK and online

180 GBP (In person)

100 GBP (Online)

"Many have said of Alchemy, that it is for the making of gold and silver. For me such is not the aim, but to consider only what virtue and power may lie in medicines." - Paracelsus

We are delighted to announce our second annual Alchemy: Exploring Metaphorical Transformations and Arts-Based Research conference. This transdisciplinary event aims to delve into the intriguing world of alchemy, with a particular focus on its metaphorical function within the realms of creativity and scholarship, specifically through arts-based research.

The conference aims to bring together scholars, researchers, creatives, and graduate students, offering a unique opportunity to explore the profound connections between alchemy, various knowledge disciplines, and the creative expressions of arts-based research. The event seeks to illuminate how alchemy's metaphors, symbols, and transformative processes have influenced and continue to influence our understanding of the human psyche and creative expression.

- Keynote Speaker: TBC

Themes and Topics:

We invite abstract submissions for 15-minute presentations that explore various aspects of alchemy, with a special emphasis on its metaphorical function within arts-based research.

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

- Arts-based research as alchemy: exploring parallels between the two, discussing latest developments in ABR methods as alchemy.

- Alchemical themes and creative inspiration: discussing how alchemy can spark different modes and types of creativity.

- Alchemy and poetic inquiry: presenting and performing poetry and poetic writing and research techniques based on alchemical methods, styles, and models.

- Jungian Archetypes in Alchemical Symbolism: Unravelling the connections between Jungian archetypes and the symbolic language of alchemy in the quest for individuation.

- Alchemical Transformation in Psychotherapy: Examining how alchemical principles can inform therapeutic processes and personal growth in Jungian psychology.

- Alchemy and the Unconscious Mind: Analysing the parallels between alchemical transformation and the workings of the unconscious as explored in the depth psychology of Carl Jung.

- Alchemical Symbolism in Art and Literature: Exploring how artists and writers have used alchemical symbolism in their creative expressions to depict psychological and spiritual transformations.

- Alchemy, Dreams, and Active Imagination: Investigating the role of alchemy in the interpretation of dreams and the practice of active imagination in Jungian therapy.

- Alchemy and Embodied Practices: Exploring how arts-based research can engage with alchemical principles through somatic and embodied practices.

- Alchemical Metaphors in Contemporary Society: Discussing the relevance of alchemical metaphors in understanding contemporary challenges and transformations.

- Alchemy and Ecopsychology: Examining the connections between alchemy, nature, and ecological consciousness in the context of arts-based research.

- Alchemy, Ritual, and Transformation: Investigating how alchemical rituals and practices can inspire personal and collective transformation in arts-based research.

- The Language of Alchemy: Interpreting alchemical texts, symbols, and hermetic literature in the context of Jungian psychology and arts-based research.

- Alchemy and alchemists throughout history: spotlighting the works and paths of both famous and lesser-known alchemists throughout the ages.

Submission Guidelines: Abstracts should be submitted through https://forms.gle/hqGQttrRdf8L7JB56 by October 2, 2026.

**Participants interested in attending the conference without presenting a paper are

also welcome.

**FOR CO-PRESENTERS: kindly note that each co-presenter will need to register individually to secure a spot in the conference.

Publication Opportunities:

Selected papers presented at the conference will be invited for publication in a special post-conference proceeding. Further details on submission guidelines and timelines will be provided after the conference.

Contact Information:

For any inquiries or clarifications, please email us on conferences@labrc.co.uk

Enquiries: conferences@labrc.co.uk

Web address: https://labrc.co.uk/alchemy-2026/

Applied Research International Conference on Business, Environment, Society & Sciences 2026 Oxford, U.K

Applied Research International Conference on Business, Environment, Society & Sciences 2026 Oxford, U.K
14th to 15th December 2026
Oxford, United Kingdom

Venue - University of Oxford U.K

Theme: Research Innovation for a Sustainable Future

Abstract Submission Deadline 15th October
Early-Bird Registration Deadline 1st October

Abstract feedback: Within seven working days of submission
Submit your abstract to https://londoninstitutesd.co.uk/aricbess-2026-oxford/

Sponsored by The Royal Club U.K

For other details: research@londoninstitutesd.co.uk

Accepted abstracts will be published in the conference proceedings. Full-paper submission is optional and eligible to journal publication.
Present and Publish - University of Oxford, U.K.

OUR PAST EVENTS: https://londoninstitutesd.co.uk/our-gallery/

Abstract Submission Guidelines

Approximate wordcount 400
Clearly state the purpose or research question
Briefly explain the methodology or approach
Summarise the principal findings or expected contribution
Identify the relevance of the research
Include appropriate keywords
Be written in clear English
Represent original work by the submitting author or authors
Each abstract will be reviewed for relevance, clarity, originality, and academic or professional contribution.
Authors will normally receive feedback or a decision within seven working days of submission.
An abstract must be accepted before the presenting author completes presenter registration.

CONFERENCE PUBLICATIONS AND PROCEEDINGS:
https://londoninstitutesd.co.uk/publication-and-proceedings/

Contact: research@londoninstitutesd.co.uk

Enquiries: claudia@arintconferences.com
Web address: https://londoninstitutesd.co.uk/aricbess-2026-oxford/

Twentieth International Conference on e-Learning & Innovative Pedagogies hosted by University of St. Andrews, St. Andrews, Scotland + Online

Twentieth International Conference on e-Learning & Innovative Pedagogies hosted by University of St. Andrews, St. Andrews, Scotland + Online

8th to 9th April 2027

St. Andrews, United Kingdom

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CALL FOR PAPERS

https://ubi-learn.com/2027-conference

Place: University of St. Andrews, St. Andrews, Scotland + Online

Format: In-Person (Location) and Online (Asynchronous Content)

Dates: 8-9 April 2027

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PLENARY SPEAKERS

Carey Jewitt, Professor, UCL Knowledge Lab, and Vice-Dean of Research at the Institute of Education, University College London, UK

Gabriela C. Zapata , Associate Professor in Education, University of Nottingham, UK

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SPECIAL FOCUS: CYBER-SOCIAL CONDITION: Knowledge, Learning, and Human Futures

CONFERENCE THEMES

Theme 1: Considering Digital Pedagogies

Theme 2: New Digital Institutions and Spaces

Theme 3: Technologies of Mediation

Theme 4: Designing Social Transformations

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JOURNALS

Ubiquitous Learning: An International Journal sets out to define an emerging field.

Founded: 2009

ISSN: 1835-9795 (Print)

ISSN: 2475-9686 (Online)

LCCN Permalink: https://lccn.loc.gov/2015200319

DOI: http://doi.org/10.18848/1835-9795/CGP

Frequency: Biannual

Language: English

Indexing: H-Index: 11 (2023), Scopus / SJR: 0.16 (2024), Australian Research Council (ARC), Educational Curriculum & Methods (Cabell's), Educational Psychology & Administration (Cabell's), Educational Technology & Library Science (Cabell's), Engineering Collection: India (EBSCO), Education Journals (ProQuest), Scopus (Elsevier), Ulrich's Periodicals Directory

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ABOUT US

Founded in 2006, the e-Learning & Innovative Pedagogies Research Network is brought

together around a common concern for new technologies in learning and an interest to explore possibilities for innovative pedagogies.

https://ubi-learn.com/about

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RELATED CONFERENCES

We also offer related thematic events in our other Research Networks that you might be able to attend in-person. This way we build for our Research Network Members flexible, and at the same time resilient, spaces for communication, engagement, and participation.

View other Common Ground Research Networks conferences:

https://cgnetworks.org/conferences/conference-calendar

Enquiries: support@cgnetworks.org

Web address: https://ubi-learn.com/2027-conference

2027 KEY WEST International Academic Conference on Business, Economics, Finance and Accounting

2027 KEY WEST International Academic Conference on Business, Economics, Finance and Accounting

8th to 9th January 2027

KEY WEST, FLORIDA, United States of America

Theme: Promoting Global Progress and Excellence in Academia

Organized Jointly by The International Association of Applied Business Research (IAABR) and

The Academic Organization for Advancement of Strategic and International Studies (Academic OASIS)

DATES: January 8th - 9th, 2027

PLACE: Key West, Florida, USA

Pier House Resort and Spa, Key West

1 Duval St, Key West, Florida, 33040

DEADLINES:

FULL PAPERS - DECEMBER 26, 2026. All full-paper submissions will be reviewed for publication in one of the double-blind, peer-refereed journals sponsoring the 2027 KEY WEST ACADEMIC CONFERENCE or the refereed conference proceedings with ISBN number. The authors of these articles will receive their publications in person while still attending the IAABR/Academic OASIS Conference in Key West (one copy per registered participant will be provided free of charge).

ABSTRACTS - DECEMBER 23, 2026. The authors of all accepted abstracts will have the chance to PRESENT THEIR RESEARCH IN PROGRESS at the Key West Academic Conference which will also give them the OPPORTUNITY to submit their COMPLETED PAPERS by MAY 15, 2027, in order to be considered for a journal publication.

REGULAR REGISTRATION DEADLINE: DECEMBER 30, 2026.

This conference is for people who want to participate in a major international forum, get published, network with colleagues from many countries, and to have fun in KEY WEST, the pearl of the American Caribbean!

The Executive Boards of IAABR and Academic OASIS are very pleased to announce that the keynote address at the 2027 Key West International Academic Conference will be delivered by Dr. Ursula Schinzel, an award-winning book author and winner of the Academy of Management Best Paper on an International Topic (Carolyn Dexter Award).

Papers related to all areas of Accounting, Banking, Business Ethics, Communication and Media, e-Business, e-Government, e-Learning, Ecology, Economics, Education, Engineering, Environment and Life Sciences, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Gender Studies, Globalization, Human Resources, Information Technology, Innovation and Creativity, Law and Legal Studies, Leadership, Logistics, Management, Marketing, Political Science, Psychology, Religion and Spirituality, Security Studies, Social Media, Social Sciences, Social Work, Sustainable Development, and Women Studies are invited to this international conference, which is expected to be attended by authors from nearly all parts of the world. People without papers can also participate in this conference, and they are invited to serve as session chairs or discussants, as well as informal contributors to the academic quality of this international event.

Journals Sponsoring the 2027 KEY WEST INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC CONFERENCE:

- Journal of Advancements in Applied Business Research (JAABR)

- Journal of Advancements in Economics, Finance & Accounting (JAEFA)

- Journal of Strategic and International Studies (JSIS)

- Journal of Organizational Advancement, Strategic and Institutional Studies (JOASIS)

- Journal of Psychology and Social Studies (JPSS)

To submit your full paper or abstract, please email it as an attachment (acceptable formats are .doc and .docx) to GLOBAL@IAABR.COM (please put "KEY WEST CONFERENCE" in the subject line of your message). All submissions will be double blind peer-refereed by members of the conference review committee.

Authors who CANNOT travel to Key West, for visa or other reasons, may PARTICIPATE VIRTUALLY in the IAABR/ Academic OASIS conference, and these authors will have the same publication opportunities as the regular conference presenters.

The regular registration fee is $385, and it includes: 1) the popular IAABR/Academic OASIS 2 FOR 1 ADVANTAGE - 2 OPPORTUNITIES: an OPPORTUNITY to PUBLISH your accepted paper or abstract in a PEER-REFEREED PUBLICATION with ISSN or ISBN number issued by the Library of the Congress + an OPPORTUNITY to PRESENT the results of your work at an INTERNATIONAL FORUM for 1 LOW FEE; 2) one printed issue of the journal or proceedings CD containing your paper; 3) an official certificate for international conference participation; 4) the conference luncheon, receptions, coffee breaks and keynote address; 5) attendance of all conference sessions and symposia; 6) attendance of all social and networking events; 7) listing of your presentation in the official conference program; 8) exploration of the history, culture, night life and opportunities for outdoor discoveries of KEY WEST, the pearl of the American Caribbean!

For inquiries, please contact the conference organizing committee via ADMIN@IAABR.com and ADMIN@AcademicOASIS.org, or visit our website: https://academicoasis.org/conference/key-west/

Enquiries: Admin@AcademicOASIS.org

Web address: https://academicoasis.org/conference/key-west/

Across Teaching, Theory, Technologies and Times

Across Teaching, Theory, Technologies and Times

18th to 20th November 2026

Online

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CONFERENCE & PUBLICATION CALL

ROUTLEDGE – Teaching & Learning Conference

With UCL Press, Cambridge Scholars Publishing, University of San Francisco, UC Copenhagen, Glasgow School of Art, Bangkok University, Universidad Autónoma de Aguascalientes, Mexico, Chuo University Tokyo, Japan.

16th International Focus on Pedagogy Conference

Conference dates: 18-20 Nov, 2026

Place: Virtual

Abstracts: 10 October, 2026 (Final)

https://amps-research.com/conference/learning-teaching/

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Call for Papers

Join an international conversation on teaching and learning shaped by Routledge publications emerging from the 'Focus on Pedagogy' conference series. Previous books include 'Cultural Awareness in Teaching Art and Design' and 'Personal Pedagogy: Encouraging the Individual in the Classroom'.

This call welcomes theoretical papers, practical teaching projects and critical reflections on inclusive, culturally aware and socially responsible education.

Contributions may address learner identity, curriculum design, assessment, student-centred teaching, cultural difference, community engagement, sustainability, collaboration and educators' responsibilities across disciplines.

We are particularly interested in work connecting classroom practice with wider cultural, social and environmental concerns while maintaining disciplinary depth and collective learning.

Part of the conference and publication series, A Focus on Pedagogy 2026 with Routledge.

We invite you to submit an abstract.

SUBMIT:

https://amps-research.com/conference/learning-teaching/

SCOPUS

Web of Science (ESCI)

Ulrichsweb

JURN

ANVUR

ScienceOpen

EBSCO

DOAJ

Enquiries: conference@amps-research.com

Web address: https://amps-research.com/conference/learning-teaching/

Fwd: Surrealism and Arts-Based Research: Bridging the Imagination and Reality Divide

Surrealism and Arts-Based Research: Bridging the Imagination and Reality Divide
29th to 30th September 2026
Online

Surrealism and Arts-Based Research: Bridging the Imagination and Reality Divide
A Transdisciplinary Conference

Conference Dates: September 29-30, 2026
Location: Online
Proposal Deadline: August 15, 2026
Conference fee: 100 GBP

Call for Papers

André Breton, one of the founding figures of Surrealism, emphasizes the transformative and disruptive power of Surrealist art and thought in his famous quote: "The imaginary is what tends to become real."
Similarly, for Surrealist French poet Paul Éluard, "There is another world, but it is in this one."
And this is precisely what we are inviting you to explore with us!

We are delighted to announce our forthcoming conference, Surrealism and Arts-Based Research: Bridging the Imagination and Reality Divide, where we will delve into the captivating and enigmatic world of Surrealism across multiple disciplines. This transdisciplinary conference invites scholars, creatives, researchers, and practitioners to explore the enigmatic, the dreamlike, and the fantastical in their respective fields through the lens of Surrealism. We aim to come together to explore, discuss, and unveil the depths of the unconscious mind as it manifests in surrealist creativity and extends into various aspects of human existence.

Surrealism, with its roots in the early 20th century, continues to inspire and challenge artists and scholars across a wide range of disciplines. We welcome papers that explore the fusion of Surrealism and arts-based research in areas including but not limited to:

- Poetry: Analysing how Surrealism influences poetic expression, language play, and the boundaries of meaning.
- Filmmaking: Exploring the use of Surrealist elements in cinema, animation, and experimental film.
- Visual Art and Sculpture: Investigating Surrealist techniques, symbolism, and the portrayal of the subconscious in painting and sculpture.
- Photography: Examining Surrealism in photographic art, from Man Ray to contemporary photographers.
- Music: Exploring Surrealism in music composition, lyrics, and performance.
- Fashion: Investigating Surrealism's influence on fashion design and surreal fashion photography.
- Psychology: Discussing the intersection of Surrealism and psychology, particularly in the study of dreams, archetypes, and the unconscious mind.
- Science: Examining how Surrealism has influenced scientific thought, particularly in fields like neuroscience and psychology.
- Architecture: Investigating Surrealism's impact on architectural design and theory.
- Digital Media: Exploring Surrealism in digital art, virtual reality, and online communities.
- Transdisciplinary Approaches: Papers that integrate Surrealism into multiple disciplines, fostering new perspectives and dialogues.

Please fill out your proposal form by August 15, 2026. Kindly find the form at the following link: https://forms.gle/q3WadbfJcMQe4CVP6

For further queries, do get in touch with us by emailing conferences@labrc.co.uk (kindly allow 2-3 days for a response).

Enquiries: conferences@labrc.co.uk
Web address: https://labrc.co.uk/surrealism-2026/