Sunbelt 2025 Conference of the International Network for Social Network Analysis
2025-06-23 09:00 - 2025-06-29 18:00 UTC | Sorbonne, Sciences Po 1 place Saint-Thomas d’Aquin 75007 Paris, and 13 rue de l’Université, 75007 Paris, Paris
Sunbelt 2025
Conference of the International Network for Social Network Analysis
Paris, June 23-29

Workshop: SBS BI: Mastering the Analysis of Words and Networks
Paris, June 23

Leveraging the power of big data represents an opportunity for researchers and managers to reveal patterns and trends in social and organizational behaviors. This workshop demonstrates how to successfully integrate Text Mining with Social Network Analysis for business and research applications. It introduces the Semantic Brand Score (SBS) and other advanced methods and tools for analyzing semantic networks, assessing brand/semantic importance, and
performing complex NLP tasks. Participants will also learn about network topic models and methods for measuring language novelty and impact, among other key techniques. The workshop highlights the functionalities of the SBS Business Intelligence App (SBS BI), which is designed to produce a wide range of analytics and mine textual data. Through several case studies, we show how these methods have been used, for example, to predict tourism trends, select advertising campaign testimonials, and make economic, financial, and political forecasts. SBS BI’s analytical power extends beyond “brands”, with applications that include:
commercial brands (e.g., Pepsi vs. Coke); products (e.g., pasta vs. pizza); personal brands (e.g., the name and image of political candidates); and concepts related to societal trends (e.g., terms used in media communication that shape public perceptions of the economy). By combining text analysis with network science, the workshop equips participants with tools that can transform decision-making and organizational management in the era of big data.
More info and materials are available at: https://learn.semanticbrandscore.com
Keywords: Semantic Brand Score, Text Mining, Social Network Analysis

Special Track “Words and Networks”
Paris, June 23

This session focuses on cutting-edge research at the intersection of text analysis (including discourse analysis, content analysis, text mining, and natural language processing) and network analysis/network science. Work presented in this session explores the study of word networks, socio-semantic networks, and the representation of text-based information as graphs (e.g., knowledge graphs), along with the extraction of network data from text. Research on “Words and Networks” has resulted in prominent studies on topics such as language change, recommender systems, collaborative innovation, semantic computing, and the diffusion of (mis)information in both online and offline environments.
A growing field of interest is the role of artificial intelligence and large language models in understanding social interactions. These models are advancing research on language patterns and behaviors within networks, as well as their implications for social structures and interactions. Another key area is organizational communication, where improved insights into the impact of language within and across organizations have led to actions that enhance employee engagement and client relationships. In the domains of marketing and branding, the application of text mining and network analysis has transformed the understanding of consumer behavior, leading to more targeted communication strategies based on the use of words, ideas, and narratives as networked entities. Additionally, the integration of text mining and network analysis has proven valuable in identifying and connecting social agents, fostering community development, and studying social movements.
We invite abstract submissions that contribute to the integration of text analysis, network analysis, and AI, particularly those exploring new methods, applications, or theoretical approaches. Both basic and applied studies are encouraged.
Keywords: social network analysis, text mining

Key Dates:
Deadline submission abstracts 20 February 2025.

Viaggio in Italia. Bellezza, creatività e competitività del turismo e della cultura made in Italy nell’era della ripresa
2025-10-28 10:00 - 18:00 | Università degli Studi Internazionali di Roma (UNINT), Roma, Italy
Il Centro di Ricerca sul Made in Italy (MADEINT) dell’Università degli Studi Internazionali di Roma – UNINT organizza il convegno scientifico dal titolo: “Viaggio in Italia“, Bellezza, creatività e competitività
del turismo e della cultura made in Italy nell’era della ripresa. Presentazione del IV Rapporto di Ricerca (a cura di Giada Mainolfi) che si terrà il 28 ottobre alle ore 10:00 .
Attraverso gli studi condotti da accademici ed esperti italiani, l’incontro vuole offrire un momento di riflessione e di confronto sui processi di cambiamento che stanno interessando il settore turistico e culturale italiano sia dal lato dell’offerta che della domanda.
All’esposizione delle ricerche seguirà una tavola rotonda con Fabrizio Lobasso (Vicedirettore Generale per la Promozione del Sistema Paese e Direttore Centrale per l’Internazionalizzazione Economica, Ministero degli Affari Esteri e della Cooperazione Internazionale), Adele Magnelli (Creative Director ETT Spa) e Francesca Maralli (Direttrice commerciale e marketing area eventi EUR Spa), moderata da Flavia Fratello, Giornalista La7.

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2026 Society for Food Marketing and Retailing Conference (SFMR)
2026-02-27 - 2026-02-28 | Bryant University (Rhode Island, USA), United States
La prima edizione della Society for Food Marketing and Retailing Conference (SFMR), un appuntamento dedicato al confronto su temi emergenti nel food marketing e nel retailing.
La conferenza rappresenta un’occasione unica per la comunità accademica: oltre a favorire lo scambio scientifico internazionale, offrirà la possibilità di entrare in dialogo diretto con imprese e professionisti del settore, creando così un ponte tra ricerca e pratica manageriale.
Il programma prevede la partecipazione di keynote speakers di rilievo internazionale e sessioni dedicate a consumer behavior, strategie di branding, innovazioni distributive, digitalizzazione, sostenibilità e nuovi metodi di analisi.
Tutti i dettagli sull’evento, incluse modalità di partecipazione e call for papers, sono disponibili sul sito ufficiale: https://foodmarketing-retailing.com.

GSSI 2026 “The Future of Sales: Attracting, Retaining, and Exploring”
2026-06-03 - 2026-06-05 | Portonovo, Ancona, Ancona, Italy
PORTONOVO, ANCONA 3 – 5 GIUGNO 2026

Il Global Sales Science Institute (GSSI), network internazionale dedicato alla ricerca e alla formazione nel campo della scienza della vendita, organizzerà dal 3 al 5 giugno 2026 a Portonovo (Ancona) la sua prossima conferenza annuale, dal titolo “The Future of Sales: Attracting, Retaining, and Exploring.”
L’evento rappresenta uno dei principali appuntamenti internazionali dedicati allo studio e allo sviluppo delle competenze di vendita, con la partecipazione di accademici, ricercatori e manager provenienti da diverse università e imprese a livello europeo e globale.
L’organizzazione dell’evento è curata dal GSSI in collaborazione con la community Sale Science, con il supporto del territorio marchigiano e delle principali università partner.
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