[KS] CFP: Intensive Academic Seminar of Korean Studies Young Scholars (IAS) 2026

[somin chung]

Greetings, Korean Studies community!

We are pleased to announce the call for papers for the *Intensive Academic
Seminar of Korean Studies for Young Scholars (IAS) 2026*, organized by the
Center of Korean Studies in Rome as part of The Academy of Korean Studies
(AKS) Seed-Advanced Project. The event will be held at *Sapienza University
of Rome*, Italian Institute of Oriental Studies (ISO), from *February 2 to
February 5, 2026*.

*Seminar Overview*
The IAS aims to provide an in-depth perspective on Korean Studies, with a
special emphasis on methodological and theoretical approaches. The program
includes lectures, student presentations, discussions, and tutoring
sessions led by distinguished Italian and international scholars. Our
objectives are to enhance research methodologies, promote interdisciplinary
exchange, and offer young researchers invaluable feedback from mentors
across diverse disciplines.

*Call for Applicants*
We invite applications from young scholars in Korean Studies from various
academic fields who are currently enrolled in a PhD program or hold a
graduate (Master’s) degree.

   - Selected participants will receive support for travel, accommodation,
   and meals (please note that if the number of participants exceeds the
   budget, some expenses may not be fully covered).
   - Approximately 15 students will be chosen based on the selection of the
   best abstracts by the Scientific Committee.
   - In-person participation is recommended; however, online participation
   will be available if necessary.

*Themes and Guidelines*
While we especially welcome presentations on the theme,
*“Archival Collections and the Shifting Perspective on Korea from the
Renaissance to Early Modernity,”*
we also encourage the submission of abstracts on a wide range of topics
within Korean studies. Research addressing the broader field of Korean
Studies or utilizing innovative methodological and theoretical frameworks
is equally welcome. Our seminar values a diversity of perspectives and
approaches.

*Submission Guidelines*

   - Please send an abstract (maximum 300 words) and a CV to
   irene.chianese at uniroma1.it (cc: coreanosapienza at gmail.com)
   - Email subject: *IAS Seminar 2026 - Abstract Proposal*
   - *Abstract Submission Deadline:* *October 1, 2025*
   - Selection Results Announced: October 17, 2025

This seminar is generously sponsored by the Academy of Korean Studies (AKS).

We look forward to your participation.
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Best wishes,
Somin Chung

Tenure-track Researcher in
Korean language and civilization
Italian Institute of Oriental Studies
Università di Roma "La Sapienza"
Circonvallazione Tiburtina 4, 00185, Rome

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