Dates: 28–30 October 2026
Location: Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium (hosted at UCLouvain)
Registration Deadline: 30 September 2026
We are thrilled to announce that registration is officially open for the 3rd MethodsNET Conference 2026! Returning for its third and final edition at UCLouvain in beautiful Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium, this flagship event stands as the definitive global hub for research methods innovation, excellence, and smart deployment.
Whether you are an established methods developer, a passionate methodology teacher, or an early-career researcher and PhD student eager to refine your empirical tools, this conference is designed for you. Grounded in our commitment to methodological pluralism, the 2026 program features a community-driven lineup with 6 specialized tracks and 10 interactive session formats.
Why This is the “Place to Be” for the Global Social Science Community:
- Transdisciplinary Dialogue: Connect with scholars spanning diverse fields who share your dedication to overcoming complex methodological challenges.
- Bottom-Up Innovation: Engage with a highly collaborative program shaped directly by the global community.
- Global Networking: Meet the MethodsNET Communities in person to network, share ideas, and collaboratively define the future of research excellence.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unique global networking experience. Secure your place today and join us in Belgium this October!