The conference is one of the key activities of the European Social Simulation Association (ESSA), aimed at promoting social simulation in Europe and elsewhere. This year’s special theme is “Embracing the social in computational social science." The Durham Research Methods Centre is delighted to host this conference as part of our commitment to promoting cutting edge methods in social science.
Watch this space: This website will be regularly updated with information about submitting papers, accommodation options, conference fees and other details as they are finalised. Please email enquiry.drmc@durham.ac.uk if you have any questions.
Key dates:
16th January 2026: Proposals for workshops or special tracks to jennifer.badham@durham.ac.uk
27th March 2026: Expected deadline for papers and posters (to be confirmed)
24th August 2026: Start of conference. As always, Monday will be devoted to workshops, with the conference running Tuesday to Lunchtime on Friday.
We look forward to welcoming you all to Durham! Please note that this conference is in-person only, online options will not be available.
Get in touch for any specific information or requests.
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