FOURTEENTH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON NEW DIRECTIONS IN THE HUMANITIES

University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, USA
8-11 June 2016

CALL FOR PAPERS

Proposals for paper presentations, workshops, posters, or colloquia are invited for the Fourteenth International Conference on New Directions in the Humanities held at the University of Illinois at Chicago, in Chicago, USA, 8-11 June 2016. Proposals are invited that address the humanities through one of the following categories:

Theme 1: Critical Cultural Studies
Theme 2: Communications and Linguistics Studies
Theme 3: Civic, Political, and Community Studies
Theme 4: Literary Humanities
Theme 5: Humanities Education

2016 SPECIAL FOCUS: 'Nature at the Crossroads: New Directions for the Humanities in the Age of the Anthropocene'

VIRTUAL PRESENTATIONS

If you are unable to attend the conference in person, you may present in a Virtual Poster session or a Virtual Lightning Talk. Virtual sessions enable participants to present work to a body of peers and to engage with colleagues from afar. As a virtual participant, presenters are scheduled in the formal program, have access to select conference content, can submit an article for peer review and possible publication, may upload an online presentation, and can enjoy Annual Membership to the community and subscriber access to the New Directions in the Humanities Collection.

NEW DIRECTIONS IN THE HUMANITIES COLLECTION

All presenters are invited to submit written articles for publication to the fully refereed New Directions in the Humanities Collection. Articles may be submitted by in-person and virtual participants as well as community members.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE

The current review period closing date for the latest round of submissions to the Call for Papers (a title and short abstract) is 11 September 2015. Please visit our website for more information on submitting your proposal, future deadlines, and registering for the conference.

For more information and to submit a proposal visit: http://thehumanities.com/chicagoconference-2016

Enquiries: آدرس ایمیل جهت جلوگیری از رباتهای هرزنامه محافظت شده اند، جهت مشاهده آنها شما نیاز به فعال ساختن جاوا اسكریپت دارید
Web address: http://thehumanities.com/chicagoconference-2016
Sponsored by: New Directions in the Humanities / Common Ground Publishing

Ajman 4th International Environment Conference 2016: Smart Cities and Green Innovation
2nd to 3rd March 2016
Ajman, United Arab Emirates

The Ajman 4th International Environment Conference will focus on how communities and businesses implement innovative green practices toward the realization of a sustainable future. In its fourth year, scientists, experts, and decision makers will convene again to focus on shifting the paradigm on sustainability so that it is viewed as a value-adding framework in technology and business. Processes for innovation will be explored with a focus on customizing green practices to the unique environment of Ajman, the UAE, GCC countries, and the Middle East.

The conference features engaging breakout sessions that will reignite passion for innovation and showcase the practices that are being implemented across the business and technology space. The trade fair is an excellent opportunity to connect with colleagues and exchange ideas, gaining valuable expertise needed to contribute to decision-making on implementation of green practices, using eco-efficient technology, managing the carbon footprint, and supporting the expansion of environmentally friendly initiatives.

Funding Opportunities:

Authors of top 20 research papers selected by the scientific committee will receive the following sponsorship:
- Conference fees waived (including all benefits of registered participants)
- Guaranteed free publication in indexed international peer reviewed journals
- Hotel accommodation
- Airport transportation
- Transportation to and from the conference venue
- Free UAE entry visa if applicable (subject to UAE authorities' approval)

Abstracts & Paper submissions:

Abstract should not exceed 250 words and should contain title, author/s names, full address, and email address. Please specify the conference track of choice. Include at least four keywords. Full papers submitted to the conference have to follow author's guidelines found here [https://www.sciencetarget.com/site/index.php/author-guidelines]

Important Dates
- Abstract Submission Deadline: November 1st, 2015
- Abstract Acceptance: November 25, 2015
- Final Paper Submission Deadline: December 20, 2015
- Presentation Submission Deadline: January 5th, 2016

Enquiries: آدرس ایمیل جهت جلوگیری از رباتهای هرزنامه محافظت شده اند، جهت مشاهده آنها شما نیاز به فعال ساختن جاوا اسكریپت دارید
Web address: http://www.aiec2016.org/
Sponsored by: Municipality and Planning Department - Ajman Government - United Arab Emirates