Discover Concordia’s expertise at Acfas 2025
The 92nd Acfas Conference is just around the corner, and Concordia will play a key role as a co-host alongside L'École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS). The university’s researchers are set to be instrumental in shaping the scientific program, showcasing the expertise of faculty members across several colloquia addressing major societal challenges.
“This conference will provide a unique opportunity to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and strengthen ties with the francophone scientific community,” says Véronique Pepin, organizing committee co-chair. “Our colleagues on the Scientific Committee have put together an exciting and highly relevant program, as shown by the examples below. I strongly encourage Concordia faculty to register and take part in these enriching discussions.”
The event will also highlight Concordia’s commitment to bilingual research and boost its presence on both the Quebec and international scientific stages.
Discover the colloquia led by Concordia professors
Multiscale Modelling and Numerical Simulations in Chemistry
Gilles Peslherbe
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Arts and Science
Researchers will explore methods for solving complex chemical problems across various scales, focusing on approaches that combine quantum mechanics, molecular dynamics and artificial intelligence.
Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Urban Green Space Innovation
Carly Ziter
Department of Biology, Faculty of Arts and Science
The session will examine how urban green spaces help mitigate climate change effects and promote environmental equity, addressing the current gaps in data regarding their effectiveness.
The Role of Translation in Research-Creation: Methodological and Practical Issues
René Lemieux
Département d'études françaises, Faculty of Arts and Science
This discussion will explore how translation, both as a practice and a concept, enriches research-creation and opens new methodological avenues.
Digitalization, Consumption and Addiction
Sylvia Kairouz
Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Faculty of Arts and Science
The focus here will be on the impact of digitalization on consumption patterns and the blurred lines between controlled use and addictive behaviours, particularly in gambling.
Backlash: Understanding and Documenting Masculinist Discourses in the Age of Online Polarization
Léa Clermont-Dion
Centre for the Study of Learning and Performance Faculty of Arts and Science
The session will address the rise of masculinist discourses online, their links to cyberviolence and potential strategies for resistance.
Social Problems Under Tension: Rethinking Interfaces
Valérie De Courville Nicol
Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Faculty of Arts and Science
This presentation will examine the intersections of different dimensions of social issues, exploring concepts of normativity, shared suffering and social classifications.
Infotainment as a Paradigm of Contemporary Political Communication?
Fenwick McKelvey
Department of Communication Studies, Faculty of Arts and Science
The impact of infotainment on political communication will be analyzed, focusing on the role of memes, influencers and artificial intelligence.
Article 23 and Legal Remedies Concerning English Education in Quebec
Patrick Donovan
Department of History, Faculty of Arts and Science
This session explores legal remedies related to Article 23 of the Canadian Charter and their effects on the autonomy of Quebec's English-language education system.
AI in Cybersecurity: Balancing Innovation and Risks in a Connected World
Marc-André Léger
Supply Chain Operations Management
The conversation will centre on the intersection of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, addressing challenges and opportunities in threat detection and emerging risks.
Registration for the 92nd Acfas Conference is still open. Learn more and register.
