Call for Papers | 11th Conference of the International Society for Gesture Studies - ISGS 2027

Call for Papers | 11th Conference of the International Society for Gesture Studies - ISGS 2027

Conference Dates: 14-16 December 2027, Hong Kong

We cordially invite abstracts on topics related to Futures for Gestures within the following thematic areas: “Theory, Practice, Technology, Ecology” and their subthemes.

We welcome all submissions that explore these themes and sub-themes.

Presentation Formats:

Paper presentation

20 minutes & 5 minutes Q & A  

Poster presentation

Print: Size: A0 (Width: 841mm x Height: 1189mm)  

Thematic Panels  

90 min slot. Maximum 5 presentations + minimum 15 minutes discussion/ Q & A  

Abstract Submission Guidelines for papers and posters:

Abstracts should be anonymous. Please delete all references to the authors.
Each abstract should include the following:

1. Title (max: 15 words)
2. Abstract (max: 350 words excluding references)
3. Citation style: APA (7th edition)

Please submit your abstract online following this format.

For Thematic Panels:

• Add the details of the panel chair as the submitting author and of all the authors using the "Add Co-author" function. (Please indicate which contributing authors are also panel co-chairs, if any).
• Add a title line with the title of the panel under "Abstract Title".
• Upload one document with all the abstracts including a 250-word rationale for the panel + 150 words per paper (max. 5 papers).
• Remember to delete all references to the authors.

Each presenter can appear on a maximum of three abstracts (whether paper / poster presentation, panel) and only once as the first author (excluding thematic panels).

Authors should ensure that the same abstract has not been presented at another conference.

Deadline for submission: 30 November, 2026

10:59 AM (ET, Eastern Time, USA)

3:59 PM (UTC)

11:59PM (HKT, Hong Kong Time)

Selection Process

All submissions will undergo a double (or triple) blind review and the first author of accepted submissions will be informed by the beginning of April 2027.

The ISGS will offer a restricted number of bursaries to student presenters, including PhD candidates, at the conference as a waiver of the registration price. Information regarding the application process will be provided following review of conference abstracts.

International Sign interpreting will be provided by Overseas Interpreting. We will inquire about your requirements during registration.

Pre-conference Workshops
Pre-conference workshops are being organised and will take place the day before the conference (December 13th 2027). More information will be shared once available.

Abstract Submission 

Please contact us at isgs2027.hk@polyu.edu.hk if you have any enquiries.

On behalf of the Organizing Committee for the 2027 Conference of the International Society for Gesture Studies

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