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International Conference on Medieval and Renaissance Literature (ICMRL - 27)

2nd - 3rd February 2027 | Montreal, Canada
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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 2–3 February 2027
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 6 SDGs SDGs 4, 5, 9, 10, 11 and 16
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

2 FEB 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
    Exploring Identity in Medieval Literature
    410
    Track Overview

    This track invites papers that examine the construction of identity within medieval literary texts. Participants will analyze how social, cultural, and political contexts shape representations of self and other.

    Track 02
    Renaissance Narratives and Cultural Transformation
    411
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on the narrative techniques employed in Renaissance literature that reflect and influence cultural shifts. Scholars are encouraged to discuss the interplay between narrative form and societal change.

    Track 03
    Comparative Studies in Medieval and Renaissance Texts
    411
    Track Overview

    This track seeks to foster dialogue between scholars of medieval and Renaissance literature through comparative analyses. Papers may explore thematic, stylistic, or historical connections across these two pivotal periods.

  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
    Philological Approaches to Early Modern Literature
    49
    Track Overview

    This session emphasizes the importance of philology in understanding early modern texts. Participants will discuss methodologies and findings related to language, translation, and textual transmission.

    Track 05
    Cultural History and Literary Production
    411
    Track Overview

    This track examines the relationship between cultural history and literary production in the medieval and Renaissance periods. Papers will investigate how historical events and cultural movements influenced literary output.

    Track 06
    Narrative Traditions in Classical and Medieval Literature
    410
    Track Overview

    This session explores the continuity and transformation of narrative traditions from classical to medieval literature. Scholars will analyze how classical influences shaped medieval storytelling practices.

  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

3 FEB 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 Women in Medieval and Renaissance Literature
    510
    Track Overview

    This track invites discussions on the representation and roles of women in literary works from the medieval and Renaissance periods. Papers may focus on female authors, characters, or the societal implications of these representations.

    Track 08
    Intersections of Religion and Literature
    416
    Track Overview

    This session investigates the complex relationship between religious thought and literary expression in medieval and Renaissance texts. Participants will explore how faith, spirituality, and doctrine inform literary themes and genres.

    Track 09
    Identity and Otherness in Renaissance Literature
    510
    Track Overview

    This track focuses on the themes of identity and otherness in Renaissance literature, examining how authors portray marginalized voices. Papers may address issues of race, class, and gender in the context of identity formation.

  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
    The Evolution of Literary Genres from Medieval to Renaissance
    411
    Track Overview

    This session analyzes the evolution of literary genres as they transition from the medieval to the Renaissance period. Scholars are encouraged to explore how genre conventions adapt to changing cultural and intellectual landscapes.

    Track 11
    Cultural Memory and Literary Heritage
    416
    Track Overview

    This track examines the concept of cultural memory as it pertains to medieval and Renaissance literature. Participants will discuss how literary works serve as vessels for cultural heritage and collective memory.

  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 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 10 Reduced Inequalities 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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