The Handbook on the Ciruclation of Acadmic Knowledge is currently seeking contributions to its upcoming edition. The journal seeks to examine the circulation of knowledge and its relation to the cultural and politcla nature of science, social sciences, and technology. Contributions that analzyse knowledge circulation from any discipline are welcomed. For more information on the project and some guiding themes of contributions, read the full announcement. Abstracts should be submitted by March 31, 2020.
Scholars Christie Davis and Chaise LaDousa are seeking a chapter on Pakistan for its edited volume on language medium and schooling in South Asia. The contributing authors investigate the significance of language medium from various approaches including ethnographic protraits showcasing how language medium can shape the lives of communities. For more information, see the call for proposals here.
The American Institute of Indian Studies (AIIS) invites applications from scholars from all disciplines who wish to conduct their research in India. Junior fellowships are given to doctoral candidates at universities in the U.S. to conduct research for their dissertations in India for up to eleven months. Senior long-term (six to nine months) and short-term (four months or less) fellowships are available for scholars who hold the Ph.D. degree. Scholarly/Professional development fellowships are available to scholars and professionals who have not previously worked in India. Creative and Performing Arts fellowships are available to practitioners of the arts of India. Eligible applicants include 1) U.S. citizens, and 2) citizens of other countries who are students or faculty members at U.S. colleges and universities (this rule does not apply to U.S. citizens). Find more information on this call for applications. The deadline to apply is July 1, 2020!
Call for Papers: National Conference on Heritage of Sindh: In order to share the work on the Heritage of Sindh, a National Conference is going to be held in Hyderabad on April 18th, 2020. The conference is seeking papers and for panels on a variety of subjects including archaeology, history, paleozoology, physical anthropology, and many more. Abstracts should be submitted no later than February 20th, 2020, with participants being notified by March 15th, 2020. Find the full Call for Papers here.