Objectives

The IAMOT 2025 PhD Colloquium aims to encourage constructive discussions among PhD students from institutions worldwide, fostering debates on the contributions of PhD research, including research topics, proposal development, and research execution. It seeks to strengthen networking opportunities, facilitating connections between young researchers as well as between young and senior researchers, to promote collaboration and knowledge exchange. Additionally, the colloquium strives to further integrate young and talented researchers into the IAMOT community, offering a platform for growth and future collaboration. 

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Who Should Apply for the IAMOT 2025 PhD Colloquium? 

We encourage talented young researchers to apply:​ 

• From institutions around the world.​ 

• Who are midway through their PhD and have a well-defined research plan (preferably approved by their institution).​ 

• That work on a topic aligned with the conference theme and topics: "Technology Management for Intelligent, Open and Responsable Organizations and Ecosystems" 

 

Proposal guidelines 

Proposals are not papers and should clearly state the research problem, the methodological approach, planned or in execution and the expected results and contributions to the field of study. In addition: 

• It should fit the IAMOT Conference 2024 theme and topics; 

• It should be written in English and developed in the provided template; 

• Length: from 6-8 pages - including mini bio, abstract, and references; 

• File Format: PDF - Ensure the file is named as follows: PhD_Name.pdf 

• Proposal template 

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How to apply  ?

Send the proposal to the email: iamot2025@usherbrooke.ca with the subject “PhD Colloquium Proposal” 

 

Important dates 

• March 24, 2025: Deadline for PhD Colloquium Proposals

• April 28, 2025: Full Paper Review Notification

• June 14-15, 2025: PhD Colloquium 

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Fees 

• To attend the PhD Colloquium, participants must be registered for the IAMOT 2025 conference. ​ 

• There are no additional fees for the PhD Colloquium​.

• The 4 best proposals  will be granted free registration for the conference.  

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Selection Criteria 

• Relevance to the conference theme and topics ​ 

• Clarity and significance of the research problem and the objectives ​ 

• Theoretical depth and methodological rigor ​ 

• Originality and contribution to the field ​ 

• Clarity, coherence, and quality of writing ​ 

• Adherence to submission guidelines