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As artificial intelligence continues to reshape creative expression, architectural design processes, and anthropological research methodologies, new opportunities and challenges are emerging. This conference examines how AI fosters innovation, enhances quality, and drives paradigm shifts within these fields. At the same time, it critically addresses pressing concerns related to sustainability, climate change, ethics, cultural responsibility, and the evolving balance between quality and quantity in AI-driven practices.

The SOCB International Conference on Art, Architecture, and Anthropology in the Age of Artificial Intelligence brings together scholars, researchers, practitioners, and professionals from across the globe to engage in critical and interdisciplinary dialogue on the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on cultural, creative, and spatial disciplines.

The conference provides an international platform for presenting original research, theoretical inquiries, case studies, and applied practices. It aims to explore both current developments and future trajectories at the intersection of artificial intelligence, culture, and the built environment.

Researchers, faculty members, postgraduate and doctoral students, independent scholars, artists, architects, designers, technologists, and professionals from related industries are warmly encouraged to participate.

Through keynote addresses, panel discussions, and interactive Q&A sessions, participants will share insights, research, and practical strategies. The virtual format ensures accessibility for a global audience, fostering collaboration across borders and disciplines. Whether you are an educator navigating digital classrooms, a researcher exploring sustainable design, or a policymaker shaping the future of education, this conference offers a vital platform for exchanging ideas and inspiring action. We welcome submissions for presentations that address the conference theme.

The SOCB International Conference is more than just an event, it’s a call to rethink how we teach, learn, and work in a rapidly changing world. Together, we can shape practices that harness technology and sustainability for the benefit of all.

“Join us virtual on 04 – 05 September 2026 to be part of this global conversation.“

Key Dates:

Abstracts (Round 3) :
30 July 2026

Feedback:
06 August 2026

Virtual Conference:
04-05 September 2026

Full Paper Submissions:
15 October 2026

Full Paper Resubmissions:
15 February 2027

Publications:
15 June 2027

Who Can Participate
The conference welcomes contributions from, but is not limited to, the following disciplines and professional fields:
• Art and Design
• Architecture, Urban Design, and Planning
• Anthropology, Sociology, and Cultural Studies
• Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Digital Humanities
• Environmental Studies and Sustainability
• Heritage Studies and Conservation
• Media Studies, Visual Culture, and Creative Technologies
• Engineering and Computational Design
• Education and Academic Research
• Industry Professionals, Practitioners, and Policymakers

Publication:

All papers are subjected to a rigorous double-blind peer review process for inclusion in the SOCB Conference Proceedings Series. Selected authors, following review, may be invited to expand their work into comprehensive articles for the SOCB academic journal or contribute to specially curated conference books, further amplifying the impact of their research.

SOCB collaborates with esteemed international publishers to deliver high-quality academic content. Conference outputs include the SOCB Proceedings Series (ISSN: 3061-032X & ISSN: 3061-0338), special editions of the SOCB academic journal (ISSN: 3061-0338 & ISSN:3061-032X), and books co-developed with SOCB and external publishing partners. While submission of written papers is optional, those submitted should be approximately 3,000 words in length, with detailed formatting instructions provided after the conference.

Keynote Speakers:

Prof. María Páez González

María Páez González is an architect, educator, and researcher born in the Venezuelan Andes. She currently practices, teaches, and conducts research across London, Vienna, and the Canary Islands. She is the Programme Director of Professional Studies in the Practice of Architecture at the Bartlett School of Architecture, University College London (UCL), where she also leads Postgraduate Unit 16. María teaches in the History and Theory Studies and PhD programmes at the Architectural Association (AA). Together with Brendon, she co-directs the Canary Islands Visiting School and the Institute for Experimental Critical Infrastructure.

Prof. Brendon Carlin

Brendon Carlin leads Diploma 19 at the Architectural Association (AA) and is a postdoctoral researcher and PhD programme coordinator in the chair of Raumgestaltung und Entwerfen (RAUM) at TU Wien. He also co-leads MArch Unit PG16 at the Bartlett School of Architecture, UCL. His research practice, Non-Typological Architecture, examines the historical emergence and disappearance of architectural typology, alongside its entanglements with infrastructure, technology, and ecology. Together with María, he directs the Canary Islands Visiting School and the Institute for Experimental Critical Infrastructure.

Prof. Bhupendra Kumar

Prof. (Dr.) Bhupendra Kumar is a globally recognized academician, researcher, and financial thought leader with over 25 years of experience in accounting, finance, behavioral finance, financial management, and data-driven economic analysis. He serves as Professor of Accounting and Finance at Amity Business School, Amity University, Gwalior, India. A Gold Medalist in M.Phil. (Economics) and a Ph.D. in Business Management, he has published more than 85 research papers in Scopus, Web of Science, and ABDC-indexed journals and authored eight international books. His expertise includes AI and blockchain in finance, time-series forecasting, cryptocurrency analytics, and capital markets. He is an international keynote speaker, trainer, and foreign Ph.D. examiner..

Conference Formats:

Zoom| Virtual (16-20 mins): Join virtually from anywhere in the world, with presentations seamlessly coordinated by SOCB for an interactive online experience.
Pre-recorded (16-20 mins): Share your work through pre-recorded presentations or films, which will be available indefinitely on the SOCB Academic YouTube channel for ongoing access and impact.
Written papers (3000 words): Regardless of format, all delegates are invited to submit full written papers for publication in the conference’s official proceedings.

Programme:

04 September 2026 – Day One (Virtual / Online)

Session One: Keynote Lectures, Delegate Presentations, Discussion, Q&A.
Break
Session Two: Delegate Presentations, Discussion, and Q&A.

05 September 2026 – Day Two (Virtual / Online)

Session One: Reflections, Delegate Presentations, Discussion, Q&A.
Break
Session Two: Delegate Presentations, Discussion, and Q&A.

Registration & Submissions:

PhD Student Registration: 30 June 2026

Delegate/One Author Fee: €199 I Additional Author Fee: €99 Euro

Professional Registration: 30 June 2026

Delegate/ One Author Fee: €399 I Additional Author Fee: €99 Euro

Late Registration: 10 August 2026

Delegate/ One Author Fee:: €499 I Additional Author Fee: €99 Euro

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Questions: conference.socb@gmail.com

Disclaimers: SOCB strives to maintain the highest academic standards for publication. Therefore, all submitted full papers will undergo plagiarism and AI detection scrutiny. Papers (research articles, theses, case studies or essays) that fail these checks will be disqualified from SOCB publication proceedings, journals, and books. Once registered, the payment can’t be refunded, but you can attend the next conference.