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Transformative Innovation in Times of Tensions Conference
14-16 April 2027 | Vaasa, Finland | Eu-SPRI Thematic Conference
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Key dates

The Transformative Innovation in Times of Tensions Eu-SPRI Thematic Conference will be held in Vaasa, Finland in 14-16 April 2027.

The Early Career Conference will be held one day before on 13 April 2027.

The call for tracks is now open until 30 September 2026. Read more about the Call for Tracks & Special Sessions in this link.

Call for abstracts: 15 October - 4 December 2026

Notification of abstract acceptance: 15 January 2027

Registration will be opened in November 2026

Final deadline for abstract presenters to register: 15 February 2027
 

Questions about the conference?

Please contact 

  • Professor Helka Kalliomäki (helka.kalliomaki(at)uwasa.fi) and
  • Research Director Petri Uusikylä (petri.uusikyla(at)uwasa.fi)

for any inquiries about the conference and programme.