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Download the Call for Special Session Proposals (https://ijcb2026.ieee-biometrics.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/780/2025/12/IJCB2026_CallforSpecialSessionsProposals.pdf).
The IJCB 2026 technical program will include a limited number of Special Sessions to enrich the regular program with new or emerging topics of particular interest to the Biometrics community. In particular, areas of research that are not yet consolidated are welcome, provided that the organizers can provide a thorough and scientifically convincing rationale for their interest.
We invite researchers to submit proposals for organizing a Special Session.
Proposal Submission Guidelines
Candidate organizers of Special Sessions should submit proposals with information including the following items:
- Special session title
- A clear description/list of the addressed topic and the topics that fall within its scope
- A description of the significance and novelty of the topic and the scientific motivation for the proposed session; the presence of possible interdisciplinary aspects is also welcome. The proposal should also include an overall answer to the question: why the topic of the special session should be considered in a separate combined session rather than the main track of the conference?
- Names, affiliations, and a short biography of the organizers, highlighting their expertise in the topic of the Special Session (including a relevant publication list is encouraged); expertise of all organizers in the proposed topics is of paramount importance and represents a core selection criterion
- A list of research groups currently active in that area and potential contributors
- List of up to six (6) potential contributed papers (including titles, authors, the contact information of the corresponding author, and a short abstract)
Upon acceptance of the special session proposal, the call for papers for the special sessions will be publicized via the IJCB 2026 website and mailing lists. The contributed papers will be submitted in the same format as regular papers. Organizers should not contribute more than one paper. Proposals will be evaluated based on the timeliness of the topic and the organizers’ qualifications. The papers in each accepted Special Session will undergo a review process similar to the process for regular papers.
Important Dates
- Special Session Proposals due: January 31, 2026
- Notification of acceptance of the Special Sessions: February 15, 2026
- Special session paper submission deadline: April 10, 2026
- Special session paper decision deadline: June 10, 2026
- Camera-ready paper submission: July 10, 2026
Proposals and inquiries should be sent via e-mail as a PDF attachment to the Special Sessions chairs: Maria de Marsico (maria.demarsico@uniroma1.it), Andreas Uhl (uhl@cs.sbg.ac.at), P.C. Yuen (pcyuen@comp.hkbu.edu.hk), and Clinton Fookes (c.fookes@qut.edu.au).
CVPR 2026 Workshop: 3D Geometry Generation for Scientific Computing
January 27th, 2026 
Daniela Lopez de Luise Working on 3D/4D geometry generation or reconstruction for scientific data?
Consider submitting your paper to the 2nd Workshop on 3D Geometry Generation for Scientific Computing at CVPR 2026!
Submission details: https://3d4sworkshop.github.io/cfp.html
OpenReview submission portal: https://openreview.net/group?id=thecvf.com/CVPR/2026/Workshop/3D4S
OpenReview submission portal: https://openreview.net/group?id=thecvf.com/CVPR/2026/Workshop/3D4S
Tentative important dates (AoE time):
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Abstract Submission Deadline: March 10, 2026
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Paper Submission Deadline: March 12, 2026
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Review Bidding Period: March 12 – March 14, 2026
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Review Deadline: March 31, 2026
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Acceptance/Rejection Notification Date: April 2, 2026
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Camera-Ready Submission: April 11, 2026
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Workshop Date: June 3 or 4, 2026
Topics: include but are not limited to:
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Multi-scale Patterns: How can 3D/4D models effectively capture both fine-grained and large-scale details in complex scientific datasets, such as fluid and smoke?
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Large-scale Scenes: What techniques can improve the scalability of 3D/4D reconstructions for large environments like cities, forests, or glaciers, without sacrificing accuracy or computational feasibility?
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Heterogeneous Views: How can we effectively integrate data from multiple sources (e.g., satellite, LiDAR, drone, mobile devices) to produce accurate and seamless 3D models while minimizing noise and alignment issues?
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Dynamic and Time-varying Views: What methods can improve temporal coherence in 4D reconstructions of dynamic scenes, such as fast-moving natural systems or urban traffic, while avoiding artifacts?
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Complex and Unstructured Geometries: How can 3D/4D models better handle irregular, unstructured geometries found in natural environments like mountains or coral reefs, particularly in the presence of sharp features?
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Occlusions and Missing Observations: What techniques can be developed to fill gaps in occluded or incomplete data in real-world scenarios, ensuring accurate reconstructions despite missing perspectives or environmental obstacles?
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Computational Complexity: How can we reduce the computational cost of high-quality 3D/4D reconstructions, especially for real-time or large-scale applications that require high-resolution output?
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Generalization and Scene Adaptability: What approaches can help 3D/4D models generalize to new environments without retraining, enabling wider applicability across different scientific domains?
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Real-time Rendering for Dynamic Scenes: How can we achieve real-time rendering for dynamic 4D scenes in complex environments, such as simulating natural disasters or fast-moving ecosystems?
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Lighting and Viewpoint Variations: What novel algorithms can improve the robustness of 3D reconstructions in variable lighting or challenging viewpoints (e.g., low-light conditions or extreme weather)?
For other information about our workshop, please visit: https://3d4sworkshop.github.io/index.html
If you have any questions about paper submission and the workshop, please send email to: 3d4sworkshop@gmail.com
We look forward to your contributions!
Sincerely,
Wuyang
IEEE ICIR 2026 – Call for contributions – Pisa, Tuscany, Italy (June 25–26, 2026)
January 27th, 2026 Daniela Lopez de Luise We are pleased to announce the IEEE 5th International Conference on Intelligent Reality (ICIR 2026) https://icir.ieee.org/, asset of the IEEE Digital Reality Technical Community (DRTC) (https://digitalreality.ieee.org/), which will take place on June 25–26, 2026, at the Aula Magna Pontecorvo, University of Pisa, in the historic city of Pisa, Tuscany, Italy.
Supported by the National Research Council of Italy (CNR) and the University of Pisa, ICIR 2026 invites original contributions from researchers, educators, and industry professionals exploring the rapidly evolving field of Intelligent Reality—the merger of physical and digital worlds enabling collaboration between humans and intelligent machines. This interdisciplinary domain leverages AI, Digital Twins, XR (AR/ VR/ MR), IoT, Robotics, Wearables, Blockchain, 5G, and related technologies to accelerate workflows, achieve advanced simulations, visualize complex environments, and provide real-time analytics.
Areas of Interest include (but are not limited to):
• Emerging Technologies for Intelligent Reality (AI, ML, etc.)
• Extended Reality (XR)
• Simulation and Digital Twins
• Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS)
• 3D Modeling, Scanning, and Reality Capture
• Computer Vision and Graphics
• Hardware, Software, and Devices for Intelligent Reality
• Security, Ethics, Privacy, and Trust
• Emerging Technologies for Intelligent Reality (AI, ML, etc.)
• Extended Reality (XR)
• Simulation and Digital Twins
• Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS)
• 3D Modeling, Scanning, and Reality Capture
• Computer Vision and Graphics
• Hardware, Software, and Devices for Intelligent Reality
• Security, Ethics, Privacy, and Trust
Important Dates — Main Tracks
Full Papers (4–6 pages) | Short Papers (2–4 pages)
• Submission Due: February 14, 2026
• Notification: March 26, 2026
• Camera-Ready & Registration: April 19, 2026
Full Papers (4–6 pages) | Short Papers (2–4 pages)
• Submission Due: February 14, 2026
• Notification: March 26, 2026
• Camera-Ready & Registration: April 19, 2026
Workshops, Tutorials, Proposals, Industry Forum
• Submission Due: February 14, 2026
• Submission Due: February 14, 2026
Late-Breaking & Special Sessions (2–6 pages)
• Submission Due: April 5, 2026
• Notification: May 3, 2026
• Camera-Ready & Registration: May 10, 2026
• Submission Due: April 5, 2026
• Notification: May 3, 2026
• Camera-Ready & Registration: May 10, 2026
Exhibits, Performances & Demos
• Submission Due: April 5, 2026
• Submission Due: April 5, 2026
All deadlines refer to 23:59 AoE of the respective days.
Early Bird Registration ends on April 15, 2026.
Early Bird Registration ends on April 15, 2026.
Submissions are open at: https://edas.info/N34775
We look forward to welcoming the global Intelligent Reality community to Pisa in 2026.
For more information, please visit the ICIR 2026 website: https://icir.ieee.org/
For more information, please visit the ICIR 2026 website: https://icir.ieee.org/
Sincerely,
IEEE ICIR 2026 Organizing Committee
IEEE ICIR 2026 Organizing Committee
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Graph-Based Solutions for Explainable and Efficient AI @ IEEE WCCI’26
January 27th, 2026 Daniela Lopez de Luise we are pleased to announce the Call for Papers for the 2nd Special Session on “Graph-Based Solutions for Explainable and Efficient AI”, which will be held in conjunction with the IEEE World Congress on Computational Intelligence (WCCI 2026), June 21–26, 2026.
AVI 2026: Advanced Visual Interfaces – 2nd Call for Interactive Experiences, Demo and Poster Papers
January 27th, 2026 Daniela Lopez de Luise 18th International Conference on Advanced Visual Interfaces (AVI) 2026
Interactive Creativity: Agencies, Interfaces, and Ethics
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8-12 June 2026
Venice, Italy
http://unive.it/avi2026
In-Cooperation with ACM SIGCHI and SIGWEB
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Interactive Creativity: Agencies, Interfaces, and Ethics
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8-12 June 2026
Venice, Italy
http://unive.it/avi2026
In-Cooperation with ACM SIGCHI and SIGWEB
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IMPORTANT DATES
Interactive Experiences, Demo and Poster papers:
March 9, 2026
(all deadlines are 23:59, AoE)
Submission webpage: https://easychair.org/conferences?conf=avi2026
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