CALL FOR PAPERS

We are pleased to invite submissions for the 18th N.E.W.S. Conference on Human Resource Development for the 4th Industrial Revolution, to be held on March 25th and 26th, 2025, at Lumbini Buddhist University, Nepal.

This conference offers a platform for scholars, researchers, and practitioners to share their insights and research findings on critical issues shaping education, innovation, and human resource strategies in the era of rapid technological transformation.

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CONFERENCE THEMES

We welcome submissions in the form of research papers, conceptual papers, and case studies addressing these and related topics.

Main Theme:

Human Resource Development for the 4th Industrial Revolution

Orienting Higher Education to the Labor Market

Explores strategies to transform academic research into marketable innovations and solutions for societal challenges.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Labor Market

Examines the impact of AI on workforce dynamics, skill requirements, and the role of higher education in preparing for this shift.

Buddhist Studies for Labor Market Participation

Investigates how Buddhist principles can be integrated into modern skills development and ethical workforce practices.

Regional Cooperation and Networking of Higher Education to Mitigate Climate Change Issues

Emphasizes collective efforts among institutions to develop solutions and promote sustainability through education and research.

Commercialization of Research in Education

Explores strategies to transform academic research into marketable innovations and solutions for societal challenges.

Open and Distance Learning

Highlights the role of flexible, technology-driven learning models in expanding access to quality education for diverse populations.

Internationalization of Higher Education

Focuses on fostering global partnerships, mobility, and collaboration to enrich academic experiences and cultural understanding.

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Important Dates

•Abstract Call: January 1, 2025
•Abstract Submission Deadline: February 22, 2025
•Final Paper Submission Deadline: March 10, 2025

Submission Guidelines

Abstracts: Maximum of 300 words, highlighting the research purpose, methodology, and key findings.
Full Papers: Should not exceed 5,000 words and must follow the APA citation format.
Language: English
Submission Platform: [email protected] or upload below

    Join us at Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Gautam Buddha, for an enriching academic experience and meaningful cultural exchange.

    For more information or inquiries, contact:

     

    Centre for International Relations, Lumbini Buddhist University 
    [email protected]
    +977 985-1344527

    We look forward to your participation and contributions to this prestigious event!

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    Our Venue

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    Address

    Lumbin Sanskritik
    Rupandehi, Lumbini Province, NP

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    Call us

    (+977) 404084
    (+977) 985-1344527

    Be part of the transformative discussions at the 18th N.E.W.S. Conference. Share your insights and research on Human Resource Development for the 4th Industrial Revolution and other critical themes.