Abstract submissions for ACERE 2026 are now open
Submit your research via the ACERE 2026 submission portal and refer to the submission guidelines for detailed information on eligibility, formatting, and review criteria.
We have a 2-stage review process to encourage scholars to submit their very latest research, in an effort to get developmental feedback on their work.
Deadlines
Stage 1
Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 September 2025
Approx. 1000-word abstracts are submitted by 15 September, 2025. This will be peer reviewed and assessed as suitable for the conference (or not). Acceptance guarantees paper presentation at the conference – and you can start planning your travel.
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Following the review process, acceptance notifications will arrive by Mid October 2025.
Stage 2
Full Paper Submission: 15 November 2025
Full 20-page papers are due by 15 November (Optional). These papers will undergo peer review to determine whether they are suitable for presentation in a full competitive paper session.
Paper Presentation Format Notification: Mid December 2025
Presentation format notifications will be sent in mid-December 2025.
Papers not accepted for a full competitive paper session will be invited to participate in an interactive round-table format (Paper Development Workshop). Additionally, participants who submit only an abstract (and not a full paper) will also be invited to present in a round-table format.