#ICMET2026
Conference Theme
Future-Proofing Media Professions: Education and Practice in a Hyper-Algorithmic Landscape
We invite scholars, researchers, educators, and industry practitioners to contribute to this critical dialogue. Prospective participants are highly encouraged to submit original research, case studies, and theoretical papers aligned with; but not limited tothe following subthemes
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AI in Media and Communication Education |
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Curriculum Design for Future Media Professionals |
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AI Literacy and Digital Media Skills |
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Academic Integrity and Ethical Use of AI in Higher Education |
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Lifelong Learning and Professional Training for Media Practitioners |
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Journalism, Broadcasting, and AI Transformation |
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Creative Media Production in the Age of Automation |
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Public Relations, Advertising, Branding, and Strategic Communication Understanding the role of AI in audience targeting, automated campaign generation, crisis management, and corporate messaging. |
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Digital Labour and the Future of Media Employment |
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AI as a Research Topic in Media Studies |
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AI as a Research Tool for Media Research |
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Platform Culture and Algorithmic Communication |
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Media Ethics, Misinformation, and Synthetic Media |
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Regional and Global South Perspectives on AI and Media |
Authors are invited to submit an abstract of 250–300 words. Your submission should clearly outline the scope and findings/intended findings of your study.
The abstract document must include the following details:
Author Information:
Title of the paper
Full name of author(s)
Institutional / organizational affiliation
Corresponding email address
Abstract Structure:
Research problem / background
Research objective(s)
Methodology
Expected theoretical and/or practical contribution
Keywords: (Optional, 3–5 keywords)
Authors whose abstracts are accepted will be invited to submit a full manuscript following these specifications:
Length: 4,000 – 7,000 words (including references, tables, and figures).
Style & Referencing: Manuscripts must strictly adhere to APA 7th Edition formatting and citation guidelines.
File Format: Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx).
Submissions must be made via email.
Submission Email: [TBA – To be announced soon]
Email Subject Line: [Conference Name] Abstract Submission – [Lead Author's Full Name]
Attachment: Please attach your abstract as a single file in PDF or Microsoft Word format (.docx).
Selected full papers presented at the conference may be considered for publication by our affiliated publication platforms / journals which will be announced later
Note: All selections and publication opportunities are subject to rigorous peer review and final editorial approval.
For any questions regarding abstract submission or conference details, please contact the organizing committee at [TBA].