ACST’26: 2nd International Conference on Applied Computing and Smart Technologies Saida University Saida, Algeria, December 6-8, 2026

The LESM Laboratory (Laboratory of Electronics, Advanced Signal Processing and Microwaves), in collaboration with the Departments of Computer Science and Electronics at the Faculty of Technology, Saida University (Dr. MOULAY Tahar), is organizing the 2nd International Conference on Applied Computing and Smart Technologies (ACST’26).

This conference aims to promote the exchange of recent advances and developments among researchers in various fields of Applied Computing and Smart Technologies.

ACST’26 seeks to provide a platform for researchers, engineers, and PhD students to discuss the latest ideas and achievements in the foundations, theory, and applications of multidisciplinary research in computer science and related domains. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, Cloud Computing, Big Data, Computer Networks, Cybersecurity, and Smart Technologies.

Submission Guidelines

Authors are encouraged to submit original, unpublished research that aligns with the scope of the conference. Submissions must meet the following requirements:

• Be britten in English
• Be anonymized for peer review
• Be submitted in PDF format via the submission page
• Conform to the Springer template (LaTeX, Word).

The conference accepts two types of submissions:

• Short papers: up to 4 pages, including figures, tables, and references.
• Long papers: 12–15 pages, including figures, tables, and references.

Submissions that do not comply with the formatting requirements or exceed the applicable page limits will be rejected without review.

List of Topics

• Track 1: Cloud Computing, Big Data, and Distributed Systems
  • Cloud Computing and Virtualization
  • Fog and Edge Computing
  • Green and Sustainable Computing
  • High-Performance and Parallel Computing Systems
  • Scalable Parallel Algorithms and Scientific Workflows
  • Data Management in the Cloud
  • Data Warehouses, Analytics, and Big Data Foundations
• Track 2: Computer Networks and Internet Technologies
  • 5G and Next-Generation Networks
  • Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Virtualization
  • Reliability, Fault Tolerance, and Network Protocol Standardization
  • Ad-hoc Networks and Wireless Sensor Networks
  • Internet of Things (IoT) Applications and Infrastructure
  • Performance Evaluation and Network Optimization
  • Vehicular Communication Networks and Protocol Design
  • Next-Generation Internet Systems
  • Intelligent and Adaptive Communication Systems
• Track 3: Cybersecurity and Privacy
  • ​​​​Cryptography and Secure Protocols
  • Blockchain Technologies and Applications
  • Cybercrime Investigation and Digital Forensics
  • Mobile and Web Application Security
  • Biometric Authentication Systems
  • Malware Detection and Mitigation
  • Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems
  • Security and Privacy in Cloud and Big Data Environments
  • Identification of Fake Entities in Social Networks
  • Detection of Fake News and Disinformation
  • Security in Wireless Communication Networks
• Track 4: Artificial Intelligence and Smart Technologies
  • Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Fuzzy Logic
  • Expert Systems and Decision Support Tools
  • Operational Research, Scheduling, and Planning
  • Natural Language Processing and Sentiment Analysis
  • Data Mining and Predictive Analytics
  • Autonomous Robots and Swarm Robotics
  • Smart Cities, Infrastructure, and Urban Solutions
  • Smart Farming and Agricultural Technologies
  • Smart Healthcare Systems and Devices
  • Smart Materials and Advanced Manufacturing
  • Smart Grids and Renewable Energy Systems
  • Robotic Control and Instrumentation for Smart Applications

Venue

The conference will be held in University of Saida, Algeria.

Contact

All questions about submissions should be emailed to acst@univ-saida.dz