Conference Secretariat
Department Regional and Urban Planning
Universitas Diponegoro
Jl. Prof. Soedarto No.13, Tembalang
Semarang City 50275
Central Java Province
INDONESIA
Will be held on July 14-15, 2025 at City of Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia
Welcome to the 20th Indonesian Regional Science Association (IRSA) International Conference. We are delighted to announce that the 20th IRSA International Conference will take place on 14–15 July 2025 in the City of Semarang, Central Java. This annual event is hosted by Diponegoro University (UnDip), in collaboration with IRSA.
Diponegoro University, a leading institution in Central Java and one of Indonesia’s most esteemed universities, has long been at the forefront of advancing research and education in the country. Known for its dedication to academic excellence and community engagement, UnDip continues to play a pivotal role in fostering innovation and sustainable development.
This year’s IRSA conference will focus on the theme: “Localizing Smart Economy and Infrastructure for Inclusive Growth and Sustainability”. We look forward to welcoming researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to join us in exploring innovative solutions for building a smarter, more inclusive, and sustainable future.
This conference is IRSA’s flagship annual event, dedicated to advancing research and fostering collaboration across Indonesia. It serves as a platform for open discussions, knowledge sharing, policy strategy development, and networking among scholars and policymakers. Since its inception, the IRSA conference has attracted a wide audience from various academic and policy institutions across Indonesia. Over the years, IRSA has built an extensive network of academics and policymakers focused on regional development. This network has grown to a critical mass, enabling significant contributions not only to academic research and publications but also to the formulation of evidence-based regional development policies at national, regional, and local levels.
Semarang
Central Java Province
INDONESIA
The Indonesian Regional Science Association (IRSA) in collaboration with Diponegoro University invite scholars, practitioners, and students to submit papers to be presented in the 20th IRSA International Conference. The theme of the conference is Localizing Smart Economy and Infrastructure for Inclusive Growth and Sustainability, and it will be held in Semarang, Central Java on 14-15 July 2025.
Potential topics to be discussed in the conference include, but not limited to:
Extended paper abstract of about 500 words should be submitted online via http://www.conftool.com/irsa2025 by 16 March 2025.
Abstract should consist of background, data and methodology, potential contributions, and keywords. Abstracts must be submitted in English, as also the full paper.
Paper sessions are seminar-style for each paper and ample time for discussion and for participants to provide constructive feedback to authors. Paper presentations will be in English.
1 Dec 2024 : Call for Paper
5 Jan 2025 : Abstract Submission Opening
16 Mar 2025 : Abstract Submission Deadline
4 May 2025 : Early Bird Registration Open
4 May 2025 : Notification of Abstract Acceptance
25 May 2025 : Early Bird Registration End
8 Jun 2025 : Full Paper Submission Deadline
8 Jun 2025 : Paper Presenter Registration Deadline
12 Jun 2025 : Pre-conference Workshop Registration Deadline
29 Jun 2025 : Non-Presenter Registration Deadline
12-13 Jul 2025 : Pre-conference training
14-15 Jul 2025 : Conference Date
| TIMETABLE | PROGRAM | VENUE |
| DAY 1, 14 JULY 2025 | ||
| 08.00 – 08.30 | Conference Registration | |
| 08.30 – 09.00 | Opening Ceremony: – Chair of the Local Organizing Committee – President of IRSA Prof. Djoni Hartono – Rector of Diponegoro University Prof. Suharnomo | |
| Plenary Session (2 Speakers) | ||
| 09.00 – 09.30 | Prof. Nicholas Phelps | |
| 09.30 – 10.00 | Assoc. Prof. Rita Padawangi | |
| 10.00 – 10.30 | Q&A Session | |
| 10.30 – 10.45 | Coffee Break | |
| 10.45 – 11.30 | Keynote Speaker: Prof. (H.C. Undip) Bambang Susantono | |
| 11.30 – 11.45 | Q&A Session | |
| 11.45 – 12.45 | Lunch Break | |
| 1st Parallel Session | ||
| 12.45 – 14.45 | 4 speakers per session | |
| 2nd Parallel Session | ||
| 14.45 – 16.45 | 4 speakers per session | |
| 16.45 – 17.00 | Coffee Break | |
| 3rd Parallel Session | ||
| 17.00 – 18.30 | 3 speakers per session | |
| 18.30 – 19.00 | Preparation to Gala Dinner | |
| 19.00 – 21.00 | Gala Dinner (TBA) | |
| DAY 2, 15 JULY 2025 | ||
| 4th Parallel Session | ||
| 08.00 – 10.00 | 4 speakers per session | |
| 10.00 – 10.15 | Coffee Break | |
| 5th Parallel Session | ||
| 10.15 – 12.15 | 4 speakers per session | |
| 12.15 – 13.15 | Lunch Break | |
| 6th Parallel Session | ||
| 13.15 – 15.15 | 4 speakers per session | |
| Plenary Session (2 Speakers) | ||
| 15.15 – 15.45 | Prof. Arnold Tukker | |
| 15.45 – 16.15 | Prof. F.X. Sugiyanto | |
| 16.15 – 16.45 | Q&A Session | |
| 16.45 – 17.00 | Coffee Break | |
| Closing Ceremony | ||
| 17.00 – 17.15 | Cultural Performance | |
| 17.15 – 17.30 | Research Awards | |
| 17.30 – 17.45 | Closing Remarks by the President of IRSA |
The 20th Indonesian Regional Science Association (IRSA) International Conference will be held in:
Jalan Sisingamangaraja
Semarang 50252
Central Java Province
Indonesia
Conference Secretariat
Department Regional and Urban Planning
Universitas Diponegoro
Jl. Prof. Soedarto No.13, Tembalang
Semarang City 50275
Central Java Province
INDONESIA