IEEE IICAIET 2026- Malaysia

IEEE IICAIET 2026: Advancing Artificial Intelligence for Engineering and Technology – Call for Papers 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize engineering, healthcare, transportation, manufacturing, communication, and numerous other sectors. As AI technologies become increasingly integrated into real-world applications, international collaboration and knowledge exchange are essential for accelerating innovation and addressing global challenges.

To promote cutting-edge research and foster collaboration among academia and industry, the IEEE Sabah Subsection and Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) are jointly organizing the 8th IEEE International Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Engineering and Technology (IICAIET 2026). The conference will take place from 9–11 September 2026 at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC), Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia.

IICAIET 2026 offers an international platform for researchers, academicians, industry professionals, innovators, and students to present original research, exchange ideas, and explore emerging trends in Artificial Intelligence and its engineering applications.

A Legacy of Excellence in AI Research

Since its inaugural edition in 2018, IICAIET has established itself as one of the prominent international IEEE conferences dedicated to Artificial Intelligence in Engineering and Technology. Conducted annually since 2020, the conference has successfully completed seven editions, attracting participants from around the world.

The conference has built a strong academic reputation by:

• Publishing more than 600 peer-reviewed research papers.

• Providing high-quality technical sessions and keynote lectures.

• Promoting international collaboration among researchers and industry experts.

• Showcasing practical AI solutions across diverse engineering disciplines.

• Maintaining IEEE's rigorous peer-review and publication standards.

Papers presented at previous editions have been indexed in prestigious databases, including IEEE Xplore, Scopus, and EI Compendex, making IICAIET a recognized venue for disseminating impactful AI research.

Conference Themes

Authors are invited to submit original, unpublished research papers covering all aspects of Artificial Intelligence and its engineering applications. The conference welcomes contributions across the following tracks.

1. Biomedical, Health, and On-Device Applications

• AI for Healthcare

• Biomedical Engineering

• Smart Health Systems

• Medical Diagnosis

• Edge AI for Medical Devices

2. Computational Intelligence, Modeling, and Optimization

• Machine Learning

• Deep Learning

• Neural Networks

• Fuzzy Logic

• Evolutionary Computing

• Optimization Algorithms

• Modeling and Simulation

3. Computer Vision, Imaging, and Perception Systems

• Image Processing

• Computer Vision

• Pattern Recognition

• Video Analytics

• Medical Imaging

• Intelligent Perception Systems

4. Data Intelligence, ICT, and Cybersecurity

• Big Data Analytics

• Data Mining

• Artificial Intelligence for ICT

• Cybersecurity

• Privacy-Preserving AI

• Secure Intelligent Systems

5. Energy, Environment, and Sustainable Systems

• Smart Energy

• Renewable Energy Systems

• Environmental Monitoring

• Sustainable Engineering

• AI for Climate and Energy Management

6. Human-Centered and Interactive Expert Systems

• Human–Machine Interaction

• Interactive Intelligent Systems

• Expert Systems

• Affective Computing

• Explainable Artificial Intelligence

7. Intelligent Control, Simulation, and Robotics

• Intelligent Control Systems

• Robotics

• Autonomous Systems

• Industrial Automation

• Intelligent Transportation Systems

• Multi-Agent Systems

8. Sensing, Signals, and Communication Systems

• Signal Processing

• Sensor Networks

• Internet of Things (IoT)

• Wireless Communication

• Intelligent Communication Systems

Additional Areas of Interest

The conference also welcomes research contributions in emerging interdisciplinary domains, including:

• Affective Computing

• Biometrics

• Communication Technology

• Games and Decision Theory

• Human–Machine Interaction

• Intelligent Transportation Systems

• Internet of Things (IoT)

• Machine Learning

• Micro and Nanotechnology

• Multi-Agent Interaction

• Neural Networks and Fuzzy Systems

• Pattern Recognition and Classification

• Signal and Image Processing

• Smart Cities

• Smart Energy

• Smart Healthcare

• Societal Implications of Artificial Intelligence

Important Dates

Activity	Date
Full Paper Submission (Final Extension)	31 July 2026
Notification of Acceptance	From 10 August 2026
Camera-Ready Paper Submission	15 August 2026
Registration / Payment Confirmation	15 August 2026
Conference Dates	9–11 September 2026

Researchers are encouraged to submit their manuscripts before the deadline to ensure timely review.

Publication Opportunity

All accepted and presented papers will be submitted for inclusion in:

• IEEE Xplore Digital Library

• Scopus

• EI Compendex

• Other Abstracting and Indexing (A&I) databases

Subject to IEEE quality standards and publication requirements, this provides authors with excellent international visibility for their research.

Paper Submission

Prospective authors should submit full papers (4–6 pages) through the EDAS conference management system.

Paper Submission Portal: https://edas.info/N34899

Conference Website: https://sites.google.com/ums.edu.my/iicaiet-2026

Conference Email: iicaiet2026@gmail.com

Call for Reviewers

IICAIET 2026 is also inviting experienced researchers and academicians to join its international panel of reviewers. Serving as a reviewer offers an opportunity to contribute to the quality of the conference while engaging with the latest developments in Artificial Intelligence and Engineering.

Interested reviewers may register using the official reviewer registration form:

Reviewer Registration: https://forms.gle/mZPScFV86Bft5MQUA

Why Attend IICAIET 2026?

Participants can look forward to:

• Presenting innovative research to an international audience.

• Learning from distinguished keynote speakers and invited experts.

• Participating in technical sessions covering the latest AI advancements.

• Networking with researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and students from around the world.

• Exploring collaborative opportunities in interdisciplinary AI research.

• Gaining exposure to practical AI solutions addressing real-world engineering challenges.

About the Organizers

IEEE Sabah Subsection

The IEEE Sabah Subsection is an active professional community within IEEE that promotes technical excellence, research collaboration, and professional development through conferences, workshops, and educational initiatives. It plays a significant role in strengthening engineering research and innovation throughout the region.

Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS)

Universiti Malaysia Sabah is one of Malaysia's leading public universities, recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, research, innovation, and international collaboration. Through IICAIET 2026, UMS continues to provide a global platform for advancing Artificial Intelligence research and engineering technologies.

Join the Global AI Research Community

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly reshaping industries and society by enabling smarter, more efficient, and sustainable solutions. IEEE IICAIET 2026 offers a unique opportunity to contribute to this transformation by presenting original research, exchanging ideas with international experts, and building collaborations that extend beyond geographical boundaries.

Researchers, academicians, industry professionals, research scholars, and students working in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Robotics, Computer Vision, Signal Processing, Smart Systems, Cybersecurity, IoT, Healthcare Technologies, Sustainable Engineering, and related disciplines are warmly invited to submit their research papers and participate in IEEE IICAIET 2026.

Join us in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, from 9–11 September 2026, and be part of a global forum driving the future of Artificial Intelligence in Engineering and Technology.