International Conference on

Modernism, Narrative, and Cultural Studies (ICMNCS-27)

Conference Date

31st Mar - 1st Apr 2027

Conference Venue

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Conference Mode

Hybrid Conference
Proudly organized by:- Science Leagues

"Join global experts in Modernism, Narrative, and Cultural Studies"

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Conference Programme

Tentative Conference Agenda

Explore the proposed two-day programme developed around the conference Session Tracks and aligned United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Conference Format Hybrid Conference In-person and virtual participation
Programme 2 Days 31–1 April 2027
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 6 SDGs SDGs 4, 5, 8, 9, 10 and 11
Tentative Agenda & Timings

Session timings, sequence, track grouping and allocations are tentative and subject to change. Final timings will be confirmed closer to the conference. All timings follow the local time of the conference location.

Day 01

Opening, Keynote & Technical Sessions

31 MAR 2027 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:30 AM

    Registration, Welcome Kit Collection & Virtual Check-in

    Participant arrival, credential verification and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:30 AM 09:45 AM

    Networking Tea & Digital Welcome

    Informal networking for on-site and virtual participants.

    HYBRID
  3. 09:45 AM 10:30 AM

    Welcome Address, Opening Plenary & Keynote Presentation I

    Opening of the conference and introduction to its research focus.

    PLENARY
  4. 10:30 AM 12:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session I

    3 TRACKS
    Track 01
    Modernist Narratives and Identity Formation
    410
    Track Overview

    This track explores how modernist literature reflects and shapes individual and collective identities. It seeks to analyze the interplay between narrative structures and the construction of self in the context of cultural and historical shifts.

    Track 02
    Symbolism and Aesthetics in Modernist Literature
    4
    Track Overview

    Focusing on the use of symbolism, this track examines how modernist writers employ aesthetic techniques to convey complex themes. Participants will discuss the significance of visual and literary symbols in shaping reader interpretation.

    Track 03
    Memory and Modernism: Reconstructing the Past
    411
    Track Overview

    This session investigates the role of memory in modernist texts, emphasizing how authors represent personal and collective recollections. The discussion will highlight the tension between nostalgia and modernity in narrative forms.

  5. 12:30 PM 01:30 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and networking opportunity.

    BREAK
  6. 01:30 PM 03:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session II

    3 TRACKS
    Track 04
    Globalization and Cultural Representation in Literature
    810
    Track Overview

    This track addresses the impact of globalization on literary production and cultural representation in modernist works. Scholars will analyze how narratives reflect and respond to the complexities of a globalized world.

    Track 05
    Philosophical Underpinnings of Modernist Texts
    4
    Track Overview

    Participants in this session will explore the philosophical influences that underpin modernist literature, including existentialism and phenomenology. The discussion will focus on how these philosophies inform narrative techniques and thematic concerns.

    Track 06
    Tradition and Innovation in Modernist Writing
    49
    Track Overview

    This track examines the tension between tradition and innovation in modernist literature, highlighting how authors negotiate established literary forms. Scholars will discuss the ways in which modernism both critiques and revitalizes literary conventions.

  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Interactive Q&A, Day 1 Summary & Group Photo

    Closing interaction and key takeaways from the first day.

    CLOSING
Day 02

Keynote, Technical Sessions & Awards

1 APR 2027 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:15 AM

    Participant Check-in & Day 2 Welcome

    On-site attendance confirmation and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:15 AM 10:00 AM

    Keynote Presentation II

    Expert address on the future of the conference research domain.

    PLENARY
  3. 10:00 AM 12:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session III

    3 TRACKS
    Track 07
    The Role of Storytelling in Cultural Discourse
    10
    Track Overview

    Focusing on the narrative as a cultural artifact, this session explores how storytelling shapes and reflects cultural identities. Participants will analyze the significance of narrative forms in articulating social and cultural issues.

    Track 08
    Textual Analysis of Modernist Works
    4
    Track Overview

    This track invites participants to engage in close readings and textual analysis of key modernist texts. The focus will be on uncovering the layers of meaning and the innovative techniques employed by modernist writers.

    Track 09
    Representation of Gender in Modernist Literature
    510
    Track Overview

    This session explores how modernist literature addresses issues of gender and sexuality, examining the representation of women and marginalized voices. Scholars will discuss the implications of these representations for understanding identity and power dynamics.

  4. 12:00 PM 01:00 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and professional networking.

    BREAK
  5. 01:00 PM 03:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session IV

    2 TRACKS
    Track 10
    Intersections of Modernism and Postmodernism
    410
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the relationship between modernism and postmodernism, focusing on how the latter responds to and critiques the former. Participants will explore thematic and stylistic continuities and divergences between the two movements.

    Track 11
    Cultural Memory and Modernist Texts
    411
    Track Overview

    This session examines the concept of cultural memory in modernist literature, exploring how texts engage with historical events and collective memories. Scholars will discuss the implications of memory for identity and representation in a modernist context.

  6. 03:00 PM 03:30 PM

    Publications, Best Paper & Best Presentation Awards

    Publication guidance and recognition of outstanding research contributions.

    AWARDS
  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Valedictory Session, Closing Remarks & Group Photo

    Conference summary, acknowledgements and formal conclusion.

    CLOSING
Aligned SDGs
4 Quality Education 5 Gender Equality 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 10 Reduced Inequalities 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities

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