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New Mailing List for Systems Theories – Join Us!
I am pleased to inform you that JiscMail has approved our application for a mailing list dedicated to systems theories of all forms, including, but not limited to, open, closed, general, and autopoietic systems theories. We warmly invite you to subscribe at: http://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/systems We look forward to your engagement and valuable contributions!
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Kazimieras Simonavičius University Leads Lithuania in Social Sciences Research Output Ranking
According to the annual evaluation by the Research Council of Lithuania, Kazimieras Simonavičius University has the highest research output per capita (FTE) in the field of social sciences among all Lithuanian universities. I am very proud to be part of this momentum! Source: Research Council of Lithuania (see Socialinių mokslų srities mokslo darbų formaliojo įvertinimo rezultatų…
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Release | Rainmaking: Observed with social systems theory
Abstract: This article examines contemporary efforts to control climate change through the lens of social systems theory, particularly by drawing comparisons to rain dances and shamanic rituals. It argues that modern climate control strategies bear functional similarities to archaic rituals aimed at influencing weather patterns, despite the absence of direct causality. Using Niklas Luhmann’s concepts…
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Release | Willing unwillingness. A Luhmannian perspective on followership and leadership in organizations
We are excited to share that our paper, Willing unwillingness. A Luhmannian perspective on followership and leadership in organizations, has been published in Systems Research and Behavioral Science! This is not just another piece about leadership being a top-down power game. No, what we uncovered goes far deeper. Through our research, we explored the paradox…
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CFP | EURAM 2025 in Florence | T14_03 General Management and Management Learning: Science and Education for Purpose
We invite you to submit your research to our track at the 25th European Academy of Management Anniversary Conference (EURAM 2025) in Florence, Italy! Date: 22-25 June 2025 Venue: University of Florence Track: T14_03 General Management and Management Learning: Science and Education for Purpose Proponents: Short description: The concept of general management suggests that all…
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CFP | EURAM 2025 in Florence | T12_04 Management History, Theory, and Philosophy
We invite you to submit your research to our track at the 25th European Academy of Management Anniversary Conference (EURAM 2025) in Florence, Italy! Date: 22-25 June 2025 Venue: University of Florence Track: T12_04 – Management History, Theory, and Philosophy Proponents: Short description: The track “Management History, Theory, and Philosophy” addresses the historical development of…
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CFP | EURAM 2025 in Florence | T11_04 Exploring Organizational Purposes: Multifunctional Approaches to Resilience, Leadership, and Management Practice
We invite you to submit your research to our track at the 25th European Academy of Management Anniversary Conference (EURAM 2025) in Florence, Italy! Date: 22-25 June 2025 Venue: University of Florence Track: T11_04 Exploring Organizational Purposes: Multifunctional Approaches to Resilience, Leadership, and Management Practice Proponents: Short description: We invite paper submissions focusing on the…
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Release | Social systems theory and family business: A perspective article
Abstract: This perspective article highlights the significance of systems-theoretical approaches within family business research. Extant systems-theoretical literature in the field of family business research is reviewed to outline potential research gaps and avenues. The article highlights the fundamental differences between organisational decision communication and intimate family communication. At the same time, it shows that both…
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Announcement | Luhmann Conference Programme 2024
The final version of the programme of the Luhmann Conference 2024 is available for download here.