The 2026 IEEE International Workshop on Technologies for Defense and Security (IEEE TechDefense 2026) will be broad in scope covering all areas concerning research in defense field. With the breadth of topics covered, this conference seeks to attract diverse participation and collaboration from academia, industry, defense and government agencies that will promote security interests with opportunities to increase technical depth and breadth as well as networking with peers. In a world where technology is rapidly changing, collaborations and multidisciplinary work is the only way to solve research challenges and foster the next generation of scientific discovery.
CALL FOR PAPERS
The Program Committee is inviting contributions to the IEEE TechDefense 2026.
Interested researchers, academics, practitioners and industry partners are invited to submit papers for the Conference. Papers that involve joint authorship with students, industry and community partners are encouraged. Early career researchers and research students are also encouraged to contribute papers.
All contributions will be peer-reviewed and acceptance will be based on quality, originality and relevance. Accepted and presented papers will be submitted for inclusion into IEEE Xplore Digital Library, subject to meeting IEEE Xplore’s scope and quality requirements.
Extended versions of presented papers are eligible for post publication.
IMPORTANT DATES
SPECIAL SESSION PROPOSAL DEADLINE
EXTENDED ABSTRACT SUBMISSION DEADLINE
EXTENDED ABSTRACT ACCEPTANCE NOTIFICATION
FINAL PAPER SUBMISSION DEADLINE
WORKSHOP TOPICS
SPECIAL SESSIONS
Special sessions have the main aim of creating a mini-workshop on a specific topic, where researchers working on the same argument can make knowledge, familiarize, exchange ideas, create cooperation. They gather together researchers and students interested in a specific topic and can strongly contribute to the success of the conference itself. Moreover, they can be the first step for trainees and students to the organization of a scientific event.
Special Sessions are expected to be related to the conference theme or especially hot topics within the conference scope, provide a focused discussion of new and innovative topics. All submitted papers undergo the same review process.
Circolo Ufficiali di Torino - TORINO, Italy
Located in the heart of Turin, the Circolo Ufficiali di Torino (Turin Officers' Club) will serve as the prestigious venue for TechDefense 2026. Housed in the historic Palazzo Pralormo, an architectural jewel dating back to the 18th century, the venue blends timeless Sabaudian elegance with modern event hosting capabilities. Located right in the heart of Turin, its grand, frescoed halls and sophisticated atmosphere provide an inspiring backdrop for academic exchange and professional networking.
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