Tentative Program

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 2โ€“3 December 2026
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 5 SDGs SDGs 3, 4, 9, 10 and 16
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

2 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
    Exploring the Nature of Consciousness
    34
    Track Overview

    This track delves into the multifaceted concept of consciousness, examining its definitions, theories, and implications within philosophical discourse. Participants will engage with contemporary debates surrounding the nature of conscious experience and its relevance to cognitive science.

    Track 02
    The Mind-Body Problem Revisited
    16
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on the enduring philosophical challenge of the mind-body problem, exploring dualism, physicalism, and alternative perspectives. Scholars will analyze how these frameworks influence our understanding of human identity and experience.

    Track 03
    Self and Identity in Philosophical Thought
    416
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the philosophical underpinnings of self and identity, addressing questions of personal continuity and the nature of the self. Discussions will encompass historical and contemporary theories, including those from existentialism and phenomenology.

  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
    Awareness and Perception: Philosophical Insights
    34
    Track Overview

    This session examines the relationship between awareness and perception, considering how these concepts shape our understanding of reality. Participants will engage with philosophical perspectives that illuminate the complexities of sensory experience and cognitive processing.

    Track 05
    Cognitive Science and the Philosophy of Mind
    49
    Track Overview

    This track explores the intersection of cognitive science and philosophy, focusing on how empirical research informs philosophical inquiries into the mind. Scholars will discuss the implications of cognitive theories for traditional philosophical questions about consciousness and thought.

    Track 06
    Philosophical Perspectives on Thought
    416
    Track Overview

    This session invites participants to explore the nature of thought from various philosophical viewpoints, including analytic and continental traditions. Discussions will highlight the implications of different theories of thought for understanding human cognition and behavior.

  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

3 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
    The Role of Emotion in Conscious Experience
    316
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the interplay between emotion and consciousness, considering how emotional states influence awareness and perception. Participants will engage with philosophical theories that address the significance of emotions in shaping human experience.

    Track 08
    Ethics of Consciousness: Moral Considerations
    1016
    Track Overview

    This session addresses the ethical implications of consciousness, exploring questions about moral status and the rights of conscious beings. Scholars will discuss how philosophical theories of consciousness inform ethical frameworks in social and political contexts.

    Track 09
    Philosophy of Mind in the Age of AI
    916
    Track Overview

    This track examines the implications of artificial intelligence for traditional philosophical questions about the mind and consciousness. Participants will explore how advancements in AI challenge our understanding of cognition, selfhood, and ethical considerations.

  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
    Phenomenology and the Experience of Being
    416
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on phenomenological approaches to understanding consciousness and existence, emphasizing lived experience as a foundation for philosophical inquiry. Scholars will engage with key figures in phenomenology and their contributions to the philosophy of mind.

    Track 11
    Cultural Perspectives on Consciousness
    1016
    Track Overview

    This track explores how different cultural contexts shape philosophical understandings of consciousness and self. Participants will discuss the implications of diverse philosophical traditions for contemporary debates in the philosophy of mind.

  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
3 Good Health and Well-being 4 Quality Education 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 10 Reduced Inequalities 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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