International Conference on

Historical Linguistics and Language Change (ICH2LC-26)

14th – 15th Dec 2026 | Barcelona, Spain | Hybrid Mode
Proudly organized by the : Institute for Global Academic Excellence (IGAE)

Call for Papers

The International Conference on Historical Linguistics and Language Change invites researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and practitioners to submit original and high-quality research contributions. The conference aims to provide a global platform for knowledge exchange, innovation, and collaboration across diverse research domains.

This conference focuses on emerging trends, practical challenges, and cutting-edge advancements in areas such as Linguistics encouraging interdisciplinary research and innovative approaches to solving real-world problems.

Authors are invited to submit papers addressing, but not limited to, the following areas:

01
Historical linguistics and language evolution
02
Language change in sociolinguistic contexts
03
Comparative methods in historical linguistics
04
The role of contact in language change
05
Reconstructing proto-languages
06
Diachronic phonology and morphology
07
Language death and its implications
08
Historical syntax and its development
09
Lexical change and semantic shifts
10
Language family classification challenges
11
The impact of migration on languages
12
Historical linguistics and archaeology
13
Language change in digital communication
14
Theoretical approaches to language change
15
Historical linguistics and language policy
16
Case studies of language shift
17
The role of literature in language history
18
Language change in the context of globalization
19
Historical linguistics and cognitive science
20
Methodological innovations in historical linguistics
Conference Registration
  • Accepted authors must register for the conference to present their work.
  • Early registration allows you to take advantage of discounted fees.
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Publication Opportunities

Selected papers will be published in the IGAE Conference Proceedings or other journals affiliated with IGAE. Authors whose papers are accepted for publication will be notified in advance.

Event Highlights
  • Keynote sessions by experienced speakers
  • Technical paper presentations across multiple topics
  • Opportunities for academic and professional networking
  • Discussions on current research developments

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