CfC: International Colloquium of The Techno Heritage Network (THN), 22.-23.7.2027 (Universität Heidelberg, Deutschland), Deadline: 15.1.2027

The Techno Heritage Network (THN) invites doctoral researchers and other early-career scholars worldwide to present their research or dissertation projects at its colloquium in Heidelberg on 22–23 July 2027.

We welcome proposals exploring techno’s historical, cultural, musical, social, and political dimensions across disciplines and geographical contexts. Topics may include histories and heritage, archives, scenes and spaces, sound and technology, identities and belonging, transnational connections, and cultural politics. Work in progress is particularly welcome.

The colloquium will begin with a shared dinner on Thursday evening, 22 July. On Friday, 23 July, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., four selected researchers will present their projects. Each project will have a one-hour session comprising the presentation, feedback from an invited respondent, and open discussion.

Travel and accommodation costs will be covered for the four selected presenters. The working language will be English.

To apply, please send an abstract of up to 300 words and a short biographical note of up to 100 words, indicating your career stage and institutional affiliation where applicable, to mail[at]technoheritage[dot]com<mailto:mail[at]technoheritage[dot]com> by 15 January 2027. Please use the subject line “THN Colloquium 2027 – Proposal”.

The full Call for Papers and information about the network are available on our website.
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