American Accounting Association

The Accounting Review Early-Stage Research Sessions at the 2026 Global Connect

The 2026 AAA Global Connect will feature a series of research-focused concurrent sessions curated by the incoming editorial team of The Accounting Review (TAR), led by incoming Senior Editor Mohan Venkatachalam. These sessions will spotlight early-stage and cutting-edge research exploring novel questions across all areas of accounting.

➡️Why Early-Stage Research Matters
Early-stage innovative research plays a vital role in shaping the future of accounting scholarship. It creates space for scholars to explore bold ideas, test emerging theories, and engage with novel data and methods before formal peer review. By surfacing promising concepts in their formative stages, these sessions encourage constructive dialogue, interdisciplinary thinking, and collaborative refinement—ultimately strengthening the rigor and relevance of research that informs our field.

View the Early-Stage Research Sessions:
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Shorter papers. Stronger impact. 📢

AJPT is seeking concise, high-quality auditing research that delivers new insights—whether through replications, extensions, or focused, timely topics.

This Call aims to streamline the publication process while maintaining rigor and relevance.

🗓️ Submission Deadline: August 31, 2027
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Looking to deepen your AAA experience?

AAA Sections offer a powerful way to connect with like-minded peers, collaborate on shared interests, and grow your professional impact.

From research to leadership opportunities, there’s a place for you.

Your community is waiting—get involved today.

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Turn your AAA 2026 Global Connect trip into a seamless experience.

By staying at Caesars Palace, you’ll be right where the conversations, sessions, and connections happen...no travel time required.

With limited availability, early booking is key.

👉 Reserve your room today:
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Have you ever wondered what separates a promising research idea from a published article?

Join The Nuts and Bolts of Publishing: Managing the Research and Publication Process on June 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET to learn how successful researchers navigate the publication journey.

From project selection and manuscript development to journal targeting and responding to reviewers, this webinar will provide practical guidance for every stage of the process.

If you're ready to strengthen your publishing strategy and grow your research impact, this session is for you.

Register today: https://bit.ly/4aqvZmT

We’re grateful for our 2026 Premier Level Sponsor! 👏 You help in the continued success of AAA Global Connect.

📍 Caesars Palace, Las Vegas | August 1–5

Be sure to visit the Exhibit Hall and connect with the organizations supporting innovation and growth in accounting education.

🔗 View all sponsors: https://bit.ly/47tg0mU

Ready to share your latest international accounting research?

Submissions are open for the 2027 International Accounting Section Midyear Meeting, hosted by Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA, January 7–9, 2027.

We also encourage participation as a reviewer, discussant, or moderator.

📅 Deadline: August 24, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET

Submit your work: https://bit.ly/4fyGY1k

Prepare students for the realities of risk and control. 📘

With the AAA & COSO Partnership, you can integrate globally recognized frameworks and practical fraud risk guidance into your curriculum.

Teach with tools the profession trusts.

👉 Explore the partnership: https://bit.ly/3dZMSZ0

🌟 Featured 2026 Global Connect Speaker: Isabella Grabner
📅 Plenary Session – Monday, August 3, 2026

Isabella Grabner is Professor of Strategy and Managerial Accounting at WU Vienna (Vienna University of Economics and Business). Her research explores how performance management and management control systems support effective decision making, strategy ex*****on, and transformation in complex organizations.

Her work also examines innovation and creativity, talent development and retention, and how organizations navigate digital transformation (including remote work and advanced analytics) and green transformation (including ESG integration).

👉 Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ZXjeuL

How can research better serve practice? 💡

Accounting Horizons is seeking papers that turn rigorous research into insights practitioners can use.

If your work connects theory with real-world impact, consider submitting and contributing to the conversation.

🗓️ Submission deadline: December 31, 2026

👉 https://bit.ly/4kF7Psq