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Last Call (Deadline 16 January 2026): 12th Tensions of Europe Conference — Eindhoven (8–10 July 2026)

This is a final reminder that the Call for Papers for the 12th Tensions of Europe (ToE) Conference is about to close: the deadline is 16 January 2026 (in two days). Hosted at Eindhoven University of Technology, ToE is a major international venue for scholars of the history of technology and material culture, and this year’s theme—“The meaning of the past in sustainable futures”—speaks directly to current debates on inclusive and green transitions. Submissions are welcomed in a range of formats (including panels and individual papers, as well as more experimental session types), and hybrid set-ups can be proposed. If you work in the field, we strongly encourage ICOHTEC affiliates to take this opportunity and submit now. (Eindhoven History Lab)

More information: https://www.eindhovenhistorylab.nl/toe-2026/

Important Update: ICOHTEC 2026 Annual Meeting — Deadline Extended & CfP Revised

Good news for everyone preparing a proposal for the ICOHTEC 2026 Annual Meeting: the submission deadline has been extended to 28 February 2026. At the same time, the Call for Papers has been slightly revised, so we strongly encourage prospective participants to check the updated version before submitting. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please consult both the ICOHTEC Annual Meeting page (https://www.icohtec.org/w-annual-meeting/) and the conference website (https://icohtec2026.hs.duth.gr/).

Call for Applications: ICOHTEC PhD School 2026 – Mexico City

We are pleased to announce the ICOHTEC PhD School 2026, which will take place in a hybrid format at the UNAM in Mexico City on 24-25 November 2026. This year’s theme, “Engaging the History of Technology: Bridging Disciplines and Perspectives for Global Challenges”, invites emerging scholars to reflect on how the history of technology addresses modern issues like climate change and artificial intelligence.

Nos complace anunciar la Escuela Doctoral ICOHTEC 2026, que se llevará a cabo en formato híbrido en la UNAM, Ciudad de México, los días 24 y 25 de noviembre de 2026. Bajo el lema “Comprometidos con la historia de la tecnología: conectar disciplinas y perspectivas para los desafíos globales”, invitamos a investigadores en formación a debatir sobre la relevancia de nuestra disciplina frente a retos como el cambio climático y la inteligencia artificial.

Key Details / Detalles Clave:

  • Target: PhD students and post-docs. / Dirigido a estudiantes de doctorado e investigadores posdoctorales.

  • Format: Hybrid (In-person & Online). / Formato: Híbrido (Presencial y Virtual).

  • Cost: Free registration. / Costo: Inscripción gratuita.

  • Deadline / Fecha límite: 20 March / Marzo 2026.

Full details and application forms available here / Todos los detalles y formularios aquí: 👉 CLICCA QUI / CLICK HERE: ICOHTEC PhD School 2026 Page

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in History of Science, Technology, or Engineering (US Naval Academy, Annapolis) — Start Summer 2026

The History Department at the United States Naval Academy invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the history of science, technology, or engineering (explicitly excluding the history of medicine), with an anticipated start in summer 2026. The successful candidate will combine a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching with high-quality, peer-reviewed research, and can expect to teach three small sections per semester (typically 18–22 students). The approximate starting salary is $82,000–$92,000, depending on degree status at the start date. (Accademia Navale degli Stati Uniti)

More information: https://www.usna.edu/HRO/jobinfo/Tenure-Track-HIS-Sci_Tech_Eng-26.php

CfP: “History and Geopolitics of Nuclear Deindustrialization” (Turin, 11–12 June 2026)

The international conference “History and Geopolitics of Nuclear Deindustrialization” will take place 11–12 June 2026 in Turin, Italy, bringing together historical, geopolitical, socio-environmental, cultural, and economic perspectives on the diverse trajectories of nuclear deindustrialization and their relevance for contemporary nuclear policies. Organized within the DENUCLIT (PRIN 2022) and GeoNuFE (ERC Starting Grant) research projects, the conference welcomes paper proposals on topics such as industrial restructuring, labor and expertise, decommissioning and waste management, post-nuclear landscapes and memory, governance, and the political geographies of nuclear infrastructures and supply chains. The conference will be in-person and held in English; abstracts are due 28 February 2026 and should be sent to nucleardeind.conf@gmail.com.

ICDE Fellowship Program 2026–2027 (The New School / Platform Cooperativism Consortium) — Applications Open

The Institute for the Cooperative Digital Economy (ICDE) at The New School invites applications for its 2026–2027 Fellowship Program, a global initiative for scholars researching how cooperatives, unions, and solidarity-economy organizations engage with digital systems, including AI, platforms, data regimes, and algorithmic management. The fellowship is non-residential (remote throughout the year), but fellows must attend and present in person at the Platform Cooperativism Consortium Conference in Bangkok (12–15 November 2026); conference travel support is available. Eligible applicants include PhD candidates, postdocs, and early-career faculty (or equivalent research experience). The deadline is 20 January 2026 (11:59 pm ET). (Platform Cooperativism Consortium)

More information: https://platform.coop/blog/open-call-for-applications-2026-2027/

Tenure-Track Professor in Cultural and Societal Storytelling (KU Leuven Kulak, Kortrijk) — Apply by 19 February 2026

KU Leuven’s Faculty of Arts is recruiting a full-time tenure-track professor in Cultural and Societal Storytelling, based at KU Leuven Kulak (Kortrijk) within the Literary Studies and Cultural Studies Research Unit. The position targets internationally oriented researchers working on narratives in word and/or image and their societal impact, especially in relation to inclusion and/or sustainability, alongside teaching in Language & Literature (Kortrijk) and developing a master’s-level offering (Leuven). The appointment starts 1 September 2026, includes €110,000 start-up funding, and is a five-year tenure track leading to a permanent position after positive evaluation. Applications close 19 February 2026 (23:59 CET). (KU Leuven)

More information: https://www.kuleuven.be/personeel/jobsite/jobs/60589717?lang=en

The ArQuives Research Fellowships (Toronto) — 2026 Call for Applications

The ArQuives (Toronto) is launching two Research Fellowships for 2026, open to Canadian and international scholars, graduate students, artists, and cultural producers working with the archive’s 2SLGBTQIA+ collections. The Brian King Research Fellowship supports applicants based outside Toronto with a travel/lodging stipend up to $2,000, while the new Alan Miller Research Fellowship (open worldwide, including the Toronto area) offers full access and added research support (no stipend). Applications are due Sunday, 1 February 2026 (11:59 pm PST) via the online form, and applicants from marginalized communities are especially encouraged to apply. (The ArQuives)

More information: https://arquives.ca/2026-research-fellowship/

Gosling-Lim Postdoctoral Fellowship in Southeast Asian Studies (AAS) — 2026–27Gosling-Lim Postdoctoral Fellowship in Southeast Asian Studies (AAS) — 2026–27

The Association for Asian Studies is inviting applications for the 2026–27 Gosling-Lim Postdoctoral Fellowship in Southeast Asian Studies, designed to strengthen research capacity among Southeast Asian nationals based at Southeast Asian institutions. The fellowship provides US $55,000 to support 10–12 months of postdoctoral research and writing, hosted at an academic institution in Southeast Asia or elsewhere other than the applicant’s home institution. Applicants must hold a PhD at the time of application (typically earned within 1–3 years prior to the award start), and the deadline is 2 February 2026 (11:59 PM ET). (Association for Asian Studies)

More information: https://www.asianstudies.org/grants-awards/gosling-lim-postdoctoral-fellowship-in-southeast-asian-studies/

EBHA Doctoral Travel Grants for the 3rd World Congress of Business History (Toronto, July 2026)

The European Business History Association (EBHA) is offering three travel grants to support Europe-based PhD candidates who will present a paper at the 3rd World Congress of Business History (Toronto, July 2026). Grants are up to €500 and are intended for doctoral researchers with no or limited access to institutional funding, to be confirmed in a letter from the supervisor. Applicants must be enrolled at a European university, have their paper accepted by the program committee, and be (or become) an EBHA member. The deadline is 15 December 2025; applications (including the supervisor’s letter) should be emailed to Dr Valentina Fava, EBHA Secretary at secretary[at]ebha.org.