We are pleased to announce
EAD16: European Academy of Design Conference 2027
Hosted by the University of Porto & ID+
In-person and online
April 2027
Conference theme:
Trust___Distrust
Attempting to envision what a conference should address two years from now is in itself a matter of trust. The sheer speed of developments and transformations taking place in the current times brings with it unprecedented levels of volatility: from AI-mediated decision-making to the return of radical ideologies, from volatile civic dynamics to emerging forms of superstition, the erosion of trust has been marking our present days, and most likely will keep doing so in the foreseeable future.
In such shifting terrain, how can design research strengthen and regenerate the foundations of trust? This question inspires the theme of EAD 2027 as the overall topic bringing together the full range of epistemological interests around design research and practice.
CALL FOR TRACK PROPOSALS UNTIL 15 DECEMBER 2025
We welcome track proposals critically engaging with the full spectrum between Trust and Distrust as a mark of contemporaneity.
Contexts of analysis and action may include:
- Scientific Knowledge
- Disinformation
- Perception and Reliability
- Ideologies
- Joy and Camaraderie
- Health
- Ethics and Accountability
- Education
- Technology
- Safety, Surveillance and Transparency
- Social Dynamics
- Collaboration and Inclusion
- Materialities and Practices
- Territories and Visibilities
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Track management
Track Chairs are responsible for:
- Advertising their track and engaging relevant networks;
- Recruiting peer reviewers and ensuring timely, high-quality reviews with an equitable gender balance;
- Recommending acceptance decisions in consultation with the Programme Committee Chair;
- Curating conference sessions (including convening panels, conversations, or labs, where appropriate)
- Ensuring at least one in-person representation at the conference in Porto.
Please submit your track proposal HERE by December 15, 2025.
For queries, contact the Conference Chair, Dr Susana Barreto, at sbarreto@fba.up.pt