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Deadline: January 30, 2026 at 23:59h

General norms

We invite you to submit proposals that represent the most advanced research on food (in)security from different perspectives and across various disciplines within the social sciences, aligned with any of our 10 thematic sections. To participate, please submit a brief abstract of your manuscript. The full paper must be sent to the panel moderator shortly before the congress. Proposals are accepted in English and Spanish (simultaneous translation will be available during the event). If your proposal is accepted, the panel coordinator will assign it to your first choice of panel and may suggest changes to the panel format.

Procedure for submitting abstracts and thematic panels

  • Title: Use sentence case (never all caps).

  • Abstract: Maximum 500 words, including the following sections:

    • Introduction/Objectives

    • Materials and Methods

    • Results (with processed data; statements like “will be analyzed” are not allowed)

    • Discussion/Conclusions
      Tables and figures cannot be included in the abstract.

  • Abstracts must be submitted via the form available on the website by January 30, 2026.

  • The first author listed will be the primary contact for correspondence.

  • Each participant may appear as author or co-author on up to two papers, but may present only one during the congress.

  • To confirm acceptance, the presenter must have completed payment of the congress registration fee.

  • The Scientific Committee will notify you by February 15 whether your proposal has been accepted, rejected, or requires modifications. Section coordinators reserve the right to propose changes to panel composition.

    Complete thematic panel proposals may be sent by email to worldfoodpolicy@outlook.com. These must include the names of all participants in their respective roles: Speakers (minimum of 5), 1 moderator, and 1 discussant. Coordinators reserve the right to propose changes to panel composition.

  • Oral presentations will have a maximum duration of 15 minutes. At the end of each session, there will be time for questions from the audience and comments from the discussant.

  • A certificate of participation will be provided to attending participants.

The 10 best manuscripts will be invited for inclusion in the 2027 special issue of World Food Policy (SCOPUS Q3).

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Panel descriptions

  • The future of farming- Currently, the use of innovative technologies is providing effective solutions to address ecological challenges while ensuring economic viability. This working session will explore the impact of emerging technologies and innovative strategies that are driving crop modernization and the genetic improvement of plants and animals

  • Climate/environmental change- Climate change profoundly impacts food systems, both in production and consumption. This session will address the bidirectional relationship of this phenomenon: on one hand, how climate change threatens food security through extreme weather events, reduced agricultural yields, and the loss of nutritional value in food; and on the other, how certain food systems contribute to climate change through emissions generated by agriculture, such as methane from livestock and nitrous oxide from fertilizers.

  • Sustainable food- This panel explores the challenges and opportunities in building sustainable food systems that are equitable, resilient, and environmentally sound that can inform policy and practice at local, national, and global levels.

  • Food policy and governance- This panel critically examines the structures, processes, and actors shaping food policy and governance at local, national, and global levels.

  • Gender inclusion and equality- From data gaps to social and political barriers and norms in developing countries, this panel will explore the crucial role of gender in shaping access to food, resources, and decision-making within food systems.

  • The right to food- This panel seeks to advance an interdisciplinary dialogue on how the Right to Food can be effectively implemented, monitored, and protected in today's global food systems.

  • Armed conflict and hunger- This panel investigates the complex relationship between armed conflict and food insecurity, focusing on displacement, disrupted food systems, and humanitarian responses.

  • New methodologies in food analysis- Proposals are welcome on new methodologies and technologies that are revolutionizing food analysis, including—but not limited to—advances in biochemical or sensory techniques and the use of data, along with their benefits and implications.

  • Nutrition, mental health & wellbeing- This panel explores the interrelated dimensions of food security, nutritional status, and mental health, emphasizing their collective impact on individual and community well-being.

  • From field experiences to policy- One of the most valuable tools in designing food security policies is learning directly from people on the ground, as they have first-hand knowledge of the specific needs of each community. This session focuses on innovative lessons learned in the field, which serve as a bridge toward developing more effective, inclusive, and context-specific policies.