Call for papers
The Annual SEAC Meeting 2026 will be held at the University of Thessaly, Volos, Greece, from 4 to 8 September 2026. Scientists active in cultural astronomy (archeoastronomy, ethnoastronomy, creative astronomy in culture), history of astronomy, and related fields are invited to participate with either 15-minute oral presentations or posters.
Abstract submission period runs from 20 January to 21 March 2026.
Abstracts should be extended and should clearly explain the background and methodology of the research and — where available — the data, results, and conclusions, or alternatively its aims and expected outcomes. Ideally, abstracts should be approximately 500 words. The maximum available space in the abstract booklet for each contribution is three pages, including one image and three to five bibliographic references. Authors are also required to include a short biographical note (up to 100 words) for each author, along with their ORCID.
Do not forget to state if you prefer an oral presentation or a poster. The final decision of acceptance and the choice between oral and poster belongs to the scientific committee.
Bibliographic references should follow the APA style. Authors may also use the "citations & bibliography" tool of Microsoft Word. Abstract submission will take place through the Open Journal System of the library of the University of Thessaly.
Formatting details and submission instructions are available on the relevant webpage.
The European Society for Astronomy in Culture (SEAC) is a professional association of scientists whose aim is to promote the interdisciplinary study of astronomical practice in its cultural context, as a topic of considerable importance within the broader study of human societies and their relationship to the environment.
The University of Thessaly was founded in 1984. It currently hosts approximately 45000 students and comprises campuses in five cities, offering 35 undergraduate and over 90 postgraduate programmes. The conference will be held at the Department of Economics, in Volos.
The Organizing Committee:
- Loukas Zacheilas (University of Thessaly)
- Maria Kontaxi (University of Thessaly)
- Themis Dallas (University of Thessaly)
- Ilaria Cristofaro (University of the Pelopennese)