Dear list members, We have extended the 2018 AABS conference call for papers deadline until 31 August. If you are planning to submit an abstract for consideration, please do so by this date. The conference will be hosted by the Alfred Deakin Institute and Buddhist Studies@Deakin. This interdisciplinary conference will provide a forum for scholars and students of Buddhism to explore the rich tapestry of Buddhist cultures, philosophies, and practices in traditional settings and in modern social life. Postgraduate students are especially encouraged to present their research, for which bursaries may be available. For full details, please visit the conference website. 8–9 November 2018 Deakin Downtown, Level 12, Tower 2 727 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3008 Kind regards, AABS Executive Gold leaf covered schist reliquary in the form of a stupa.  Kusana period, North Western India. National Museum, Karachi, Pakistan. Copyright: Huntington, John C. and Susan L.Huntington Archive