Call for Proposals: IAPCT Conference 2025

The International Association for Perceptual Control Theory (IAPCT) Board welcomes your proposals for the 2025 conference. We invite submissions for individual presentations, workshops, symposium panel discussions, and other interactive formats.

  • Abstract Submission Deadline: Saturday, May 31, 2025
  • Notification of Acceptance: Mid-June 2025
  • If you require earlier notification due to travel arrangements, please submit your proposal early through the form and contact us directly.

Conference Format

The conference will be held in a hybrid format, continuing our successful approach from last year. We will organize the program to cluster online and in-person presentations for optimal engagement.

Presentation Types

We welcome submissions related to Perceptual Control Theory (PCT) and Method of Levels (MOL) in the following formats:

  • Results from empirical studies
  • Theoretical innovations and new ideas
  • Work in progress (presented in an interactive format)
  • Lived experience perspectives
  • Interactive workshops

Feel free to propose alternative formats, such as a panel discussion or roundtable session, around a certain topic or with a group of people. 

Conference Focus

Our goal is to create a balanced and engaging program featuring both:

  • Interactive and accessible presentations that encourage discussion and connection
  • Concise talks highlighting the latest research findings

As an interdisciplinary conference, presenters may need to introduce audiences to their specific field. However, we assume all attendees have foundational knowledge of PCT and MOL, so please focus your presentation on your unique contribution rather than explaining basic concepts.

Submission Process

When submitting your proposal, you’ll be asked about your presentation preferences to help us construct a cohesive and engaging program.

Questions?

If you would like to discuss your submission ideas beforehand, please feel free to reach out to any member of the IAPCT board:

  • Eva de Hullu
  • Warren Mansell
  • Joanne Forsyth
  • Bruce Nevin
  • Hugo Cristo Sant’ Anna

Contact: board@iapct.org

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