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International Conference on Digital & Emerging Technologies

ICDET 2026 (virtual) · April 2-3, 2026 · Leuven, Belgium

About the Conference

The International Conference on Digital & Emerging Technologies (ICDET 2026) is a forum dedicated to the advancement of digital innovation and its impact on the modern world. Hosted from Leuven, Belgium, this biennial event brings together a global community of researchers, industry professionals, and academics to explore the latest breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, sustainable computing, and wireless communications.

Important Dates

The last chance to submit your abstract

Submission deadline for abstracts.

February 28, 2026
March 07, 2026
March 12, 2026
March 17, 2026
March 18, 2026

Acceptance Notification

Authors will be notified of abstract acceptance.

March 23, 2026

Registration Deadline

Early bird registration deadline.

April 2-3, 2026

Congress Days

The conference will take place in Leuven, Belgium.

Call for Abstracts

We solicit submission of original ideas and papers describing significant results and developments from both researchers and practitioners in a specific range of fields addressing the following topics:

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AI & Machine Learning

Explore deep learning, generative models, explainable AI, and AI applications across industries.

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Cloud Computing & IoT

Cloud architectures, edge computing, IoT data management, and distributed systems governance.

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Cybersecurity & Privacy

Defense mechanisms, cryptography, privacy-preserving technologies, and blockchain security.

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Smart Cities & Sustainability

Urban data platforms, green computing, digital twins, and intelligent transportation systems.

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Data Science & Engineering

Big data analytics, knowledge graphs, NLP, and advanced forecasting techniques.

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Software Engineering & DevOps

Cloud-native design, CI/CD practices, AI-assisted development, and modern testing strategies.

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Computational Biology

Genomics analysis, AI in medicine, neuroscience computing, and bioethics frameworks.

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Communications & Wireless Technologies

Wireless networks, signal processing, satellite communications, and advanced transmission systems.

Electrical Engineering & Circuit Design

Analog and digital circuits, RF systems, microwave technology, and mixed-signal design.

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Energy Systems & Nanomaterials

Renewable energy systems, nanomaterials research, and advanced energy storage technologies.

Keynote Speakers

Prof. Philip W. T. Pong

Prof. Dr.Philip W. T. Pong

New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, United States

Conference Program (Provisional)

Committees

General Chairs

  • Saïd ECH-CHADI , National School of Applied Sciences of Safi, Cadi AYYAD University, Morocco
  • Hossam Hassanein, Queen's University, Canada

Program Chairs

  • Rachid El Alami, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez, Morocco
  • Ansar-Ul-Haque Yasar, IMOB – Hasselt University, Belgium

Advisory Committee

  • Hanan El Faylali, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra, Morocco
  • Reda Alhajj, University of Calgary, Canada
  • Jamal BELKADID, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Morocco
  • Sajal K. Das, The University of Texas at Arlington, USA
  • Peter Thomas, Manifesto Research, Australia

Technical Program committees

  • Abdelilah Jraifi, National School of Applied Sciences of Safi, Cadi AYYAD University, Morocco
  • Abdellah Oukassi, National School of Applied Sciences of Safi, Cadi AYYAD University, Morocco
  • Mustapha Oujaoura, National School of Applied Sciences of Safi, Cadi AYYAD University, Morocco
  • Imene Lahyani Abdennadher, University of Sfax, Tunisia
  • Marcel Baunach, Graz University of Technology, Austria
  • Tom Bellemans, Hasselt University, Belgium
  • Nik Bessis, Edge Hill University, UK
  • Youness ECH-CHADI, Nexus Point Consulting s.a.r.l., Kénitra, Morocco
  • Kechar Bouabdellah, Oran 1 Ahmed BenBella University, Algeria
  • Samia Bouzefrane,CEDRIC Lab Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers, France
  • Roberto Di Pietro, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Qatar
  • Khalil Drira, LAAS-CNRS, France
  • Wael El-Medany, University of Bahrain, Bahrain
  • Brattich Erika, Bologna University, Italy
  • Jason Jaskolka, Carleton University, Canada
  • Flavio Lombardi, Roma Tre University of Rome, Italy

Publicity Chairs

  • Wim Ectors, Hasselt University, Belgium
  • Mohammed EL GHZAOUI, Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Fez, Morocco

Steering Committee

  • Haroon Malik, Marshall University, USA
  • Elhadi Shakshuki, Acadia University, Canada
  • Ahmed Nait Sidi Moh, University of Picardie Jules Verne, France
  • Manuele Kirsch Pinheiro, University of Paris 1, France
  • Cristina Seceleanu, Mälardalen University, Västerås, Sweden
  • Khaled Shaaban, Qatar University, Qatar
  • Bilal AGHOUTANE, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra, Morocco
  • Ridha Soua, Luxembourg University, Luxembourg
  • Yves Vanrompay, Hasselt University, Belgium
  • Yun Zhou, Shaanxi Normal University, China

📝 Submission Instructions — Abstract

Prepare your abstract (200–400 words) summarizing your research's purpose, methods, results, and significance. Follow these steps for a successful submission:

The abstracts submitted will be evaluated by the Scientific Committee, and the abstracts approved by the scientific committee will be presented at the conference. All accepted and presented abstracts will be published as a conference proceedings.

  • Clearly state the research purpose, methodology, key results, and implications.
  • Ensure your abstract fits the conference scope and topics.
  • Write in English.
  • Use the provided template and section headings.
  • Submit as .docx (preferred) or .pdf.

Formatting & Naming

Name your file: Surname_Firstname_ICDET2026_Abstract.docx
Include the presenting author's contact details on the first page.

Registration Abstract Fee

  • 50€ for senior participants
  • 40€ for International students
  • 30€ for Moroccan students

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