S+SSPR is a well-established forum bringing together researchers working on statistical, structural, and syntactic approaches to pattern recognition, as well as their applications. The workshop will take place shortly after ICPR 2026 and will be hosted by the University of Bern, Switzerland.

*Topics of Interest*
We invite submissions on **pattern recognition**, including statistical and structural approaches, as well as related applications.

*Submission Details*
– Papers must be original and not under review elsewhere
– Maximum length: 10 pages, LNCS format
– Submission via EasyChair
– All submissions will undergo peer review
– Accepted papers will be published in Springer LNCS, conditional on presentation

*Important Dates*
Paper submission: May 25, 2026
Notification: June 30, 2026
Camera-ready: July 15, 2026
Workshop: August 24–26, 2026

The workshop will feature keynote talks by Prof. Christopher Morris (RWTH Aachen University) and the 2026 Pierre Devijver Prize winner, Prof. Bernhard Schölkopf (Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems & ELLIS Institute Tübingen).

Bern, the capital of Switzerland, offers a unique blend of historic charm and vibrant academic life, with its UNESCO-listed old town and picturesque surroundings. Switzerland’s stunning landscapes, from the Alps to crystal-clear lakes, provide an inspiring setting for both scientific exchange and memorable experiences.

Further information and updates can be found at:
https://ssspr2026.inf.unibe.ch

Kind regards,
The S+SSPR 2026 Organising Committee