Call for papers



Topics of interest for submission include any topics on:



I. Advanced Computing:




  • High-Performance Computing (HPC):


    • Exascale and post-exascale computing architectures.

    • Heterogeneous computing (CPU-GPU, FPGA).

    • Energy-efficient HPC and green computing.

    • Applications of HPC in various engineering disciplines (e.g., computational fluid dynamics, structural analysis, materials science).

    • Advanced numerical algorithms and simulations.

    • Data management and visualization for large-scale simulations.



  • Quantum Computing:

    • Quantum algorithms and their potential applications in engineering and cybersecurity (e.g., optimization, materials design, cryptography).

    • Quantum hardware development (superconducting qubits, trapped ions, photonic qubits, etc.).

    • Quantum error correction and fault-tolerant quantum computing.

    • Quantum simulation of physical and chemical systems.

    • Hybrid quantum-classical computing approaches.



  • Neuromorphic Computing:

    • Brain-inspired computing architectures and their applications.

    • Spiking neural networks and event-based processing.

    • Hardware implementations of neural networks.

    • Energy efficiency in neuromorphic systems.

    • Applications in AI, robotics, and sensor processing.



  • Edge Computing and IoT:

    • Architectures and platforms for edge intelligence.

    • Federated learning on edge devices.

    • Real-time data processing and analytics at the edge.

    • Security and privacy challenges in edge and IoT environments.

    • Applications in smart cities, industrial IoT, and autonomous systems.



  • Cloud Computing:

    • Serverless computing and function-as-a-service (FaaS).

    • Containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).

    • Hybrid and multi-cloud strategies.

    • Cloud-native application development.

    • Security and compliance in cloud environments.

    • AI and machine learning services in the cloud.



  • Advanced Architectures and Algorithms:

    • Reconfigurable computing.

    • In-memory computing.

    • Approximate computing.

    • Bio-inspired computing.

    • Novel data structures and algorithms for large-scale data processing.





II. Engineering:




  • AI and Machine Learning in Engineering:


    • AI for design and optimization.

    • Predictive maintenance using machine learning.

    • AI in robotics and automation.

    • Computer vision for inspection and quality control.

    • Natural language processing for engineering documentation and collaboration.

    • Digital twins for simulation and monitoring.



  • Robotics and Automation:

    • Human-robot interaction and collaboration (cobots).

    • Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and their applications.

    • Soft robotics and bio-inspired robotics.

    • Advanced control systems for robots.

    • Robotics in manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, and logistics.



  • Advanced Materials and Manufacturing:

    • Smart materials and metamaterials.

    • Additive manufacturing (3D printing) for advanced applications.

    • Nanomaterials and nanotechnology in engineering.

    • Sustainable materials and green manufacturing.

    • Advanced composites.



  • Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS):

    • Design and analysis of integrated computational and physical systems.

    • Real-time control and embedded systems.

    • Sensor networks and data acquisition.

    • Applications in smart infrastructure, transportation, and energy systems.

    • Security considerations for CPS.



  • Sustainable Engineering:

    • Renewable energy systems and integration.

    • Energy efficiency and conservation.

    • Waste management and circular economy principles.

    • Environmental monitoring and remediation.

    • Sustainable infrastructure development.



  • Biomedical Engineering:

    • Bioinformatics and computational biology.

    • Medical imaging and analysis.

    • Bioprinting and tissue engineering.

    • Wearable sensors and health monitoring devices.

    • Neural engineering and neuroprosthetics.





III. Cybersecurity:




  • Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity:


    • AI-powered threat detection and analysis.

    • Machine learning for anomaly detection and intrusion prevention.

    • AI for security automation and orchestration (SOAR).

    • Adversarial AI and defense against AI-powered attacks.



  • Network Security:

    • Next-generation firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems.

    • Software-defined networking (SDN) security.

    • Wireless network security (5G and beyond).

    • Network forensics and incident response.

    • Zero-trust architectures and micro-segmentation.



  • Data Security and Privacy:

    • Advanced encryption techniques (including post-quantum cryptography).

    • Data loss prevention (DLP) and data governance.

    • Privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs).

    • Compliance with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR).

    • Secure data storage and management in the cloud.



  • Identity and Access Management (IAM):

    • Multi-factor authentication (MFA) and biometrics.

    • Role-based access control (RBAC) and attribute-based access control (ABAC).

    • Identity federation and single sign-on (SSO).

    • Decentralized identity solutions.



  • Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure:

    • Industrial control systems (ICS) and operational technology (OT) security.

    • Security of smart grids and energy systems.

    • Transportation cybersecurity.

    • Water and wastewater infrastructure security.



  • Emerging Threats and Attack Vectors:

    • Ransomware and extortion attacks.

    • Supply chain security.

    • Social engineering and phishing attacks.

    • Insider threats.

    • Deepfakes and disinformation.

    • Quantum computing threats to cryptography.



  • Cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC):

    • Cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).

    • Risk assessment and management.

    • Cybersecurity audit and compliance.

    • Legal and ethical aspects of cybersecurity.





Overlapping and Interdisciplinary Topics:




  • Security of AI/ML systems.

  • Secure edge computing and IoT deployments.

  • Privacy-preserving machine learning.

  • Hardware security and trusted execution environments.

  • Formal verification for security.

  • Explainable AI for security analysis.

  • Cybersecurity in autonomous systems and robotics.