International Journal for the Semiotics of Law - Revue internationale de Sémiotique juridique

It is with profound sadness that I share the news of Christina Spiesel's recent passing. Christina was a cherished member of our international advisory team for the International Journal for the Semiotics of Law for almost 15 years, bringing an unparalleled depth of knowledge and reliability to our work.

Her tenure with us was marked by her unwavering dedication and significant contributions to our field and the broader academic community. Christina's insights were not only invaluable but also instrumental in shaping many of our discussions and collaborations. Her ability to blend rigorous research with a deep understanding of the nuances of law and technology was truly exceptional.

Christina's impact extended far beyond her role with us. As a Senior Research Scholar in Law at Yale Law School and an Affiliated Faculty Fellow of the Information Society Project, she was a revered figure in academia. Her works, including "A Painting, a Crime, a Controversy" and "Technology’s Black Mirror: Seeing, Machines, and Culture", reflect her profound engagement with the complexities of law, technology, and culture. She made significant contributions to visual jurisprudence, showcasing her innovative approach and deep understanding of the intersection between law and visual media. Additionally, she was an active participant in the International Roundtables for the Semiotics of Law, where her expertise and insights were highly valued.

Her absence will be deeply felt by all who had the privilege of knowing and working with her. We will miss her expertise, her steadfast commitment, and the warmth she brought to our community. Christina's legacy will continue to inspire and guide us.

Anne Wagner
Editor-in-Chief, International Journal for the Semiotics of Law

Guest editors:

Wei Yu, University of Melbourne, Australia
Kieran Tranter, Queensland University of Technology, Australia
Rene Cornish, University of New England, Australia
 

Deadlines:

• Abstracts of 300 words by 15 January 2025
• After selection, final papers (no more than 15,000 words) should be submitted by 15 June 2025

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Scope of Review Papers: 

Review Papers denote an authoritative, balance, and scholarly survey aimed at informing a broader readership of developments in a field in which there have been recent, important advances. 

The goal of a review paper is to provide a comprehensive and objective critical assessment of previously published literature on a given topic as well as to provide an overview of the current literature on the topic. More specifically, an acknowledgment of the historical origins, foundations and developments of the topic, the present status of its study and the current approaches, and the identification of new matters and ground-breaking outlines to future improvements in the concerning research. The requirements for balance need not prevent authors from proposing specific viewpoints, but if there are controversies in the field, the author(s) must treat them in an even-handed way. 

Language should be simple, novel concepts defined and specialist terminology explained.

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IRSL 2024 - Law in the Age of Permacrisis

16th-18th July, 2024 – Keele University, UK 
Organizer: Mark Featherstone
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