Join us in Curitiba, Brazil! (8-10 July 2026)

PRISEAL is a premier international conference dedicated to democratizing global scientific communication. Since 2007, PRISEAL has built a global community of over 2,000 researchers, editors, and experts committed to supporting researchers who use English as an additional language in their quest for international publication success.

PRISEAL VI marks the first time this prestigious event comes to Latin America, hosted at the Federal University of Paraná (UFPR) in Curitiba, Brazil.

Who Should Attend

PRISEAL VI welcomes participants from diverse backgrounds:

• Researchers in Applied Linguistics, ERPP, and Writing Studies seeking theoretical and methodological advances
• Writing Center Coordinators and Academic Writing Consultants looking to enhance their practice
• Academic Librarians and Information Scientists expanding their support services
• Journal Editors and Publishing Professionals committed to greater equity in scholarly publishing
• Graduate Students and Early-Career Researchers developing international publication skills
• University Administrators and Internationalization Officers seeking institutional strategies

Academic Program

The program features:

• Keynote Speakers including internationally renowned experts in ERPP, decolonial approaches to academic publishing, and multilingual research communication
• Thematic Sessions covering discourse analysis, corpus linguistics, AI in academic writing, language policy, and research ethics
• Hands-on Workshops providing practical skills in manuscript development, reviewer response, and writing center pedagogy
• Interactive Panels facilitating dialogue between researchers, editors, and writing support professionals
• Networking Opportunities designed to foster lasting international collaborations

Beyond Traditional Boundaries

PRISEAL VI expands beyond traditional ERPP to include:

• Information Science and Bibliometrics perspectives on scholarly communication
• Library and Information Services innovations in publication support
• Multilingual and Translanguaging approaches to academic writing
• Technology and AI applications in writing support and assessment
• Global South Perspectives on decolonizing academic publishing

Format and Experience

This primarily in-person event maximizes networking and collaboration opportunities while offering:

• Strategic digital broadcasting of keynote sessions for global accessibility
• Cultural programming showcasing Brazilian hospitality and academic innovation
• Dedicated spaces for mentoring meetings between junior and senior researchers
• Pre- and post-event activities for extended engagement

Expected Impact

Participants will leave with:

• Enhanced strategies for international publication success
• Expanded professional networks across continents
• Access to cutting-edge resources and tools for academic writing support
• Collaborative partnerships for ongoing research and practice
• Deeper understanding of equity issues in global scholarly communication

Supporting Organizations

• CNPq
• PGLet/UFPR
• AWARD Network

Join Us

PRISEAL VI represents more than a conference—it's a catalyst for transforming how we support researchers worldwide in sharing their vital work with global audiences. As we gather in Brazil, we celebrate not only the remarkable achievements of Brazilian innovation in academic writing support but also chart the future of equitable, inclusive scholarly communication.

Submit your work. Join the conversation. Help democratize international research publication.