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Dear Colleagues,
It is our great pleasure to welcome you to the 2026 IEEE International Conference on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics (SMC 2026, https://www.ieeesmc2026.org), to be held from October 4 to 7, 2026, in the vibrant city of Bellevue, WA, USA.
Conference theme: Human-Centric Intelligence: Shaping the Digital Future.
The IEEE SMC 2026 conference is the flagship conference of the IEEE Systems, Man, and Cybernetics (SMC) Society. It will bring leading experts from academia, industry, and government to explore how cutting-edge advancements in systems science, human-machine interaction, and cybernetics can drive meaningful progress for humanity. The conference will serve as a vital forum to discuss the challenges and opportunities of designing intelligent systems that prioritize human well-being and societal benefit.
This year’s program, featuring keynote talks, panel discussions, technical sessions, poster presentations, and social networking opportunities, is designed to inspire, challenge, and connect participants. From cyber-physical-social systems and artificial intelligence to cognitive computing, robotics, autonomous systems, and cybersecurity, the conference will explore a broad spectrum of topics shaping the future of intelligent, human-centric systems.
Submissions should align with the three main conference areas of
  1. Systems Science and Engineering
  2. Human-Machine Systems
  3. Cybernetics
Additional Calls
  1. Special Sessions: Proposals for special sessions that focus on cutting-edge topics are welcome.
  2. Tutorials and Workshops: We invite proposals for tutorials and workshops that provide in-depth learning opportunities.
  3. BMI Workshop: Join the Brain-Machine Interface (BMI) Workshop to exchange ideas and foster innovation in this rapidly evolving field.
Submission Categories
  • Regular papers (regular, special sessions and workshops, 6 pages) should provide complete and high-quality contributions to the field.
  • Short Papers (work-in-progress and industrial, 4 pages) are expected to cover recent research outcomes that are not yet mature enough for a regular paper but still provide novel insights.
Submission Guidelines
  • Full paper submissions must be in English and prepared in the standard IEEE Conference Proceedings format.
  • Manuscripts should be formatted in letter size (8.5 x 11 inches). Please refer to the online Call for Papers for detailed formatting instructions: https://www.ieeesmc2026.org/call-for-papers
Important Information for Authors
  • Authors of accepted papers will need to register online for the conference before the early registration deadline (see below) for papers to be published in the conference proceedings.
Important Dates
  • Notification of Special Session, Workshop, and Tutorial Acceptance: March 1, 2026
  • Paper (regular and special sessions) Submission Deadline: March 22, 2026
  • Work-in-Progress and Industry Paper Submission Deadline: April 12, 2026
  • Acceptance Notification of Papers: April 26, 2026
  • Final Camera-Ready Submissions of Papers: May 24, 2026
  • Early Bird Rate Registration Deadline: May 24, 2026
Why Attend IEEE SMC 2026?
  • Explore cutting-edge research and applications in cybernetics, human-machine systems, and systems science.
  • Network with experts and visionaries from academia and industry.
  • Engage in transformative discussions that shape the future of technology and innovation.
For more details on submission guidelines, special sessions, and unique workshops, please visit our website at https://www.ieeesmc2026.org.
Please follow our LinkedIn page https://www.linkedin.com/company/ieee-smc-2026/about/?viewAsMember=true to stay updated.
We look forward to receiving your submissions and welcoming you to Bellevue for an unforgettable and impactful SMC 2026!
Best regards,
Ying (Gina) Tang
General Chair, IEEE SMC 2026 
Ljiljana Trajkovic and Karen Panetta
General Co-Chair, IEEE SMC 2026
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