ICHSP 2024: International Conference on Happiness: Science & Practice 2024 Indian Institute of Management, Ranchi Ranchi, India, January 5-6, 2024

Conference website	https://app.iimranchi.ac.in/ICHSP/index.html
Submission link	https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=ichsp2024
Abstract registration deadline	September 30, 2023
Submission deadline	December 10, 2023

Please follow this link to submit abstracts. Easychair submission link is inactive for this conference

International Conference on Happiness: Science & Practice (ICHSP) 2024 is hosted by the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ranchi in collaboration with Rekhi Foundation USA, from January 5-6, 2024.

Conference Theme ‘Happiness: Science & Practice’

The "International Conference on Happiness: Science & Practice (ICHSP)" aims to examine the multidimensional aspects of happiness from scientific and practical perspectives. We invite academicians, research scholars, students, practitioners, and experts from diverse disciplines to explore and discuss the most recent advancements and applications to promote happiness. The overarching goal of the conference is to foster a deeper understanding of happiness and well-being.

Submission Guidelines

All papers should necessarily be original work not published or presented earlier. Topics of interest include the below-mentioned tracks though not limited to the following:

Track 1: Science of Happiness 

• Physiological bases of happiness 
• Biomarkers of happiness
• Sensory engagement
• Neural correlates of happiness and well-being 
• Happiness: Brain-behaviour relationship

Track 2: Happiness at Workplace

• Designing workplace happiness
• Employee Happiness
• Mindfulness at work
• Flow at work

  Track 3: Lifestyle & Happiness

• Mindfulness for health, happiness, and well-being
• Lifestyle Concepts (Eg. Ikigai, Lagom, Ichigo ichie, Hygge etc) 
• Evidence-based practices for happiness (Eg. Yoga, Therapy: Music, Laughter, Aroma, Expressive Arts etc.) 
• Spiritual Happiness (Eg. Vipassana, Zen, Heartfulness, Loving kindness etc.)
• Music & Happiness

Track 4: Consumer Happiness

• Marketing beyond satisfaction
• Marketing for health and mind
• Digital felicity

Track 5: Technology & Happiness

• Digital interventions and wellbeing
• Measuring happiness

Submission Process

To ensure a high-quality and relevant program, we have established the following eligibility criteria and author guidelines for abstract submissions:

Abstract Submission

Abstracts must align with the conference theme of "Happiness: Science and Practice." Changes to authors, the order of authors, and their affiliations will not be considered after submission. Please review all authorship details and affiliations carefully prior to submitting your abstract.

Abstract Format

• It should be written in English.
• It should be 150-250 words maximum, excluding the title and author information.  In addition, provide 4 to 6 keywords.
• It must be concise and clearly summarize the research objectives, methods, results, and implications.
• Submissions can be in PDF or Word format with Times New Roman 12 font size, double-spacing, and one-inch margins on all sides.

Review Process

• All abstracts will undergo a rigorous peer-review process by experts. 
• Authors will be notified of the review outcome within the specified timeline.
• Once the abstract selection is confirmed, the full papers should be submitted within the stipulated timeline. 

Full paper Format

• The word count should be around 8000-10000.
• APA 7th style will be used for in-text citations and references.

Online Submission

• Please click this link to submit

Presentation Formats

• Accepted abstracts may be presented as oral presentations or poster presentations, depending on the selection committee's decision.

Important dates

Abstract submission deadline: 20 October 2023 11:59 pm IST

Abstract acceptance notification: 30 October 2023

Full Paper submission deadline: 10 December 2023

Registration

Early Bird Registration Deadline: 30 October 2023

Late Registration Deadline: 1 January 2024

Conference dates: 5-6 January 2024

Registration Fees

*Paid accommodation may be provided on campus based on availability.

Accomodation Details

In Campus Accommodation

We are pleased to announce that accommodation will be available on the IIM Ranchi campus for the ICHSP Conference. To ensure fairness and convenience, the allocation of rooms will follow a "first come, first served" basis. Non-AC rooms are available on a first cum first serve basis on the campus in twin-sharing mode at the rate of 1500 per person per night, exclusive of food. For any accommodation inquiries or reservations, please contact our accommodation desk at happinessconference@iimranchi.ac.in.

Outside Campus Accomodation

We are pleased to announce a list of hotel tie-ups for accommodations during the upcoming ICHSP Conference in Ranchi. These accommodations have been carefully selected to cater to the diverse needs of our conference attendees. Please note that the details and rates provided below are indicative and subject to negotiation with the respective hotels to secure the best possible deals for your stay. We hope these options offer you a comfortable and convenient stay during the conference. Click link for details. 

Venue

Indian Institute of Management Ranchi

Prabandhan Nagar, 

Nayasarai Road, 

Ranchi 835303, Jharkhand, India

Contact

The queries related to submissions can be mailed to happinessconference@iimranchi.ac.in