ITD27: International Inter- and Transdisciplinarity (ITD) Conference
31 May – 4 June 2027
Évora, Portugal
University of Évora in Évora, Portugal.
SAVE THE DATE: 31 May – 4 June 2027
The next International Inter- and Transdisciplinarity (ITD) Conference, “Bridging Knowledge and Networks: Inter- and Transdisciplinarity for Transformative Change”, will be hosted by the University of Évora in Évora, Portugal, 31 May – 4 June 2027.
Details about the theme, call for contributions, conference site, registration, and related conference activities will be updated on this page as they become available.
This conference offers leading trainers, researchers, practitioners, and students from around the world the opportunity to share their knowledge, insights, and expertise on the critical issues in inter- and transdisciplinarity needed to build capacity in and through research, education, policy making, activism, and artistic engagement.
Theme
The ITD27 conference is titled: “Bridging Knowledge and Networks: Inter- and Transdisciplinarity for Transformative Change.”
Two major themes for the 2027 ITD Conference (ITD27) will be explored:
- The role of inter- and transdisciplinarity in transformative change
- Networking towards transformative change
Transformative change inherently requires a systems perspective, addressing transitions not only within academia but also across funding institutions, policymaking, and other societal sectors. This thematic focus allows us to build on key highlights from the previous ITD Conference, particularly:
- Engagement with funding agencies on how to support and evaluate inter- and transdisciplinary projects
- The role of integration experts and expertise and career opportunities
- Education and training in inter- and transdisciplinarity, strengthening institutional capacity
Our goal is to co-create a space that deepens dialogue and connections across individuals, institutions, and global networks—advancing transformative change through collaboration.
The call for abstracts will be announced in mid-2026.
Organisers
The ITD27 Conference is co-organised by
- Global Alliance for Inter- and Transdisciplinarity, ITD Alliance
- Network for Transdisciplinary Research, td-net, Swiss Academies of Arts and Sciences
- University of Évora, Portugal, more specifically by the Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development (MED) and CHANGE – Global Change and Sustainability Institute, at the University of Évora
Contact
For questions regarding the ITD27 Conference, please contact Patrícia Bacalhau of the organising team at itd27@uevora.pt.
Host a future ITD Conference – We welcome proposals and hope to announce the next ITD Conference host at ITD27. Contact the ITD Alliance at info@itd-alliance.org for a proposal application.