The twenty-first annual conference of the British Society for Literature and Science will take place at the University of Strathclyde, on 9th-11th April 2026 (in person).
The BSLS invites proposals for twenty-minute papers, or panels of three papers, or roundtables, on any subjects within the field of literature (broadly defined to include theatre, film, and television) and science (including medicine and technology). The BSLS remains committed to supporting and showcasing work on all aspects of literature and science, including (but not limited to) animal studies, disability studies, the medical humanities, eco-criticism and the environmental humanities, science fiction studies, the blue humanities, and more.
Abstracts of no more than 200 words, together with the name and institutional affiliation of the speaker, should be submitted via this form. Proposals for panels should include a description of each paper. The closing date for submissions is Friday 12 December 2025.
Keynote talks will be given by:
- Dr Zoë Lehmann Imfeld (University of Bern)
- Dr Elsa Richardson (University of Strathclyde)
Registration details and costs will be available soon.
For more info visit the conference page on the website: Conference 2026 – Strathclyde
