This International Graduate Conference of Philosophy intends to gather brilliant graduate students and early career scholars to discuss different aspects of philosophical innovations and traditions. The organizing committee, drawn from the long-standing international Graduate Program in Chinese Philosophy at ECNU, is committed to collect voices from various philosophical backgrounds focused on Chinese Philosophy and comparative philosophy, as well as excellent research in other areas.

The guiding theme of the conference this year is benmo 本末 , or “roots and branches”. Rootedness, grounding, the archeology of thought and hermeneutics shape thinking in ways often difficult to detect. Branches, reinterpretations and applications of philosophical wisdom, which are frequently the more obvious aspects of philosophical reflections, stem from roots.

To apply:

Please email your 150-250 words abstract (in English or Chinese) along with your name, nationality and affiliation to ecnuphilosophyconference@outlook.com by January 1, 2025. Results will be announced via ECNUphilosophy (WeChat) and www.ecnu.edu.cn on January 25, 2025. Free accomodation and boarding will be provided to successful applicants. Presentations must be in English or Chinese, appro imately 20 minutes in length. Priority is given to early applicants. Applications beyond the deadline may be considered in exceptional circumstances.

For more about the conference, please read this document.