The Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University invites submissions for the 13th Annual Governance of Emerging Technologies and Sciences (GETS) Conference, taking place May 21–22, 2026, at the Beus Center for Law and Society in downtown Phoenix, Arizona.
The GETS Conference brings together leading scholars, policymakers, industry experts and practitioners to examine the complex governance, ethical and societal questions arising from emerging technologies and scientific innovation. The conference is premised on the belief that there is much to be learned and shared across disciplines that shape these rapidly evolving fields.
The conference invites abstracts addressing any aspect of governance, law, ethics or policy related to emerging technologies, including (but not limited to):
-Artificial intelligence and automation
-Biotechnology and life sciences
-Data privacy, cybersecurity and digital platforms
-Environmental and sustainability technologies
-Space and defense technologies
-Other areas at the intersection of science, technology and society
Submission Guidelines:
-Abstracts should not exceed 500 words.
-Please include your name, institutional affiliation, and email address.
-A written/published paper is not required for presentation.
-Abstracts must be submitted by Friday, January 30, 2026.
Your expertise and insight would be a valued contribution to this year’s GETS Conference. Please also share this invitation with colleagues or collaborators who may be interested in participating. For more information about GET 2026, visit our website. Submit your abstract.
Ready to register for the conference? Get a $75 discount with the code EARLYBIRD. All accepted abstracts receive free registration to the conference. Limited travel subsidiaries are available based on need and availability. Register for GETS today
