Twenty-First International Conference on Interdisciplinary Social Sciences

Location: University of Galway, Galway, Ireland
Dates: 15-17 July 2026

Founded in 2006, the Interdisciplinary Social Sciences Research Network is united by a common interest in both disciplinary and interdisciplinary approaches. This encompasses the various social sciences, as well as the natural and applied sciences. Our goal is to build an epistemic community that fosters connections across disciplinary, geographic, and cultural boundaries. As a Research Network, we are defined by our scope and concerns, and we are motivated to develop strategies for action framed by our shared themes and tensions.

Conference Focus

The Twenty-First International Conference on Interdisciplinary Social Sciences invites research addressing the following annual themes and special focus:

2026 Special Focus

Bridging Boundaries: Collaborative Solutions to Complex Social Issues

Annual Themes

• Theme 1: Social and Community Studies
• Theme 2: Civic and Political Studies
• Theme 3: Cultural Studies
• Theme 4: Global Studies
• Theme 5: Environmental Studies
• Theme 6: Organizational Studies
• Theme 7: Educational Studies
• Theme 8: Communication