The program recognizes both In-Person Emerging Scholars and Online-Only Emerging Scholars, ensuring that researchers unable to travel can still hold a visible and valued role in the conference. Across all formats, Emerging Scholars participate fully in the life of the event: they chair parallel sessions, help guide and sustain discussion, and serve as bridges between established and early-career colleagues from different regions, institutions, and disciplines.
As part of CGScholar’s Event (KX) environment, Emerging Scholars contribute to a wider knowledge experience that links conference activity, community engagement, and publication. Their work is shared through Presentation Pages, digital media, and discussion spaces; they receive structured support to develop their research through the Network’s journals and book imprint; and they gain sustained visibility within the worldwide scholarly community formed around the Research Network.
The Award includes complimentary conference registration and Research Network membership, along with formal recognition during the conference proceedings. Emerging Scholars enter a supportive, scholar-led community in which they can build connections across disciplines, regions, and generations of researchers. Professional development, mentoring encounters, and opportunities for collaboration are integrated into the conference and the Network’s year-round activities.
Award recipients are expected to: attend an orientation and training session (typically the day before the conference), and participate fully throughout the conference by fulfilling assigned chairing and discussion-leading responsibilities.
The Emerging Scholar Award is open to researchers currently enrolled in a graduate studies program or identifying as early-career scholars in a field relevant to the conference. Applicants should demonstrate strong potential for scholarly contribution and a commitment to participating in the collaborative ethos of the Network.
As an Emerging Scholar, I had the privilege of moderating panels and leading discussions alongside distinguished experts, academics, and practitioners. The warm welcome I received made my inaugural experience outside Asia both memorable and profoundly meaningful."
With the emerging scholar program I was able to learn, connect, and present my research. Without this program, I would have not had this opportunity so thank you so much!"
As an Emerging Scholar, I aimed to create a cohesive and positive experience for all participants. I enthusiastically embraced the role of chairperson. By warmly introducing presenters and facilitating smooth proceedings, I ensured seamless transitions and a sense of connection between speakers and the audience. It was a fantastic experience.
I am sincerely honored to have been selected as a recipient of the Emerging Scholar Award. Thanks to your generosity, it is now evidently possible for me to believe that my research on the impact the environment has on human health will get a global audience with a clear possibility that the appropriate actions will be enacted on by the governments and necessary regulatory bodies and organizations."
As an Emerging Scholar Awardee, it was a great experience in France meeting distinguished scholars from diverse backgrounds and sharing knowledge and experiences. Thanks and gratitude to Common Ground Research Networks for organizing such an event."
The Emerging Scholar Award has not only given the opportunity to showcase my paper but also an an opportunity to learn from other scholars working in the field of climate change."