Draft:Call for Conference Papers

Call for Conference Papers (also known as Call for Papers or CFP) is a public announcement issued by academic conferences, inviting researchers to submit original scholarly work for presentation and publication. It is a foundational part of organizing scholarly conferences across disciplines.

Overview

A typical CFP outlines key details such as the conference theme, submission deadlines, formatting guidelines, and peer review criteria. The process allows conferences to curate relevant and high-quality content aligned with their academic focus.

The CFP process often includes peer review, in which subject matter experts evaluate submitted work for relevance, quality, and originality.

Purpose

The purpose of a call for papers is to foster academic dialogue and share current research findings within a scholarly community. CFPs are used in various academic disciplines including science, engineering, humanities, education, and health.

Structure

While formats vary, a standard CFP typically includes:

• Conference title and location
• Themes and relevant topics
• Submission guidelines (e.g., abstract or full paper)
• Important deadlines
• Review and notification timeline

Some CFPs also mention indexing (e.g., in Scopus or Web of Science), publication opportunities, and speaker invitations.

Submission Process

Authors typically respond to a CFP by:

1. Reading the CFP instructions.
2. Preparing their submission according to guidelines.
3. Submitting via an online platform or email.
4. Receiving peer review feedback and acceptance or rejection.

See also

• Academic conference
• Peer review
• Conference proceeding
• Scholarly communication
• Research paper