EDT 2027: The International Scientific Conference "Emerging and Disruptive Technologies’ Impact on Global Security" "Nicolae Balcescu" Land Forces Academy, Revolutiei Street no. 3-5 Sibiu, Romania, March 26, 2027

The EDT 2027 conference, organized by "Nicolae Bălcescu" Land Forces Academy of Sibiu in partnership with the Romanian Academy of Scientists, Technical University of Cluj-Napoca (UTCN), "Titu Maiorescu" University, National Institute for Aerospace Research and Development “Elie Carafoli”, and S. CARFIL S.A., is a place to share and debate new ideas and approaches related to the topic of emerging and disruptive technologies and their impact on global security.

Submission Guidelines

All papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference and must be edited according to the conference`s template. Papers, written in English, should be submitted via Easy Chair system no later than January 22, 2027, describing the aims of the paper, methodology, results and the length of your paper should not be less than 4 pages, or more than 8 pages. Papers must comply with the guidelines described in the KBO Paper format, available at https://www.armyacademy.ro/engleza/conference_EDT.php .

List of Topics

I. EMERGING AND DISRUPTIVE SOLUTIONS: TECHNICAL AND SYSTEMIC PERSPECTIVES

1. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Disruptive Solutions

2. Blockchain and Data Security: Impact and Emerging Applications, from Crypto-Assets to Trusted Infrastructures and Digital Identity

3. The Role of AI and IoT in Complex Architectures: Challenges and Opportunities in Managing the Resilience of Critical Systems and Services

4. Quantum, Edge, and Neuromorphic Computing and Their Disruptive Potential in Complex Systems: Possible Practical Applications and Scaling Challenges in Security, Engineering, and Economics

5. Collaborative Robotics and Interconnected Autonomous Systems

6. Big Data Analytics Mechanisms for System Optimization and Decision-Making, and the Regulation of Rapid Innovation

7. Civil–Military Cooperation in dual-use Innovation and Technology Transfer

8. Agile Military Communication Architectures and Countermeasures in the Electromagnetic Spectrum

9. Technological Sustainability and Energy Efficiency in Digital Ecosystems

10. The Strategic Diplomacy of Innovation: Between Technological Progress and Geopolitical Balance

II. EMERGING AND DISRUPTIVE TECHNOLOGIES: OPERATIONAL PERSPECTIVES IN DEFENSE AND SECURITY

1. Drones and Autonomous Robots in Defense and Security Missions – UAVs, UGVs, USVs, and Swarm Systems; Autonomous Operations in Contested Environments

2. Artificial Intelligence in Cyber Threat Analysis and Prevention, and Real-Time Decision-Making – Autonomous and Semi-Autonomous Command-and-Control (C2) Systems, AI-Based Decision Support and Predictive Analytics in Military Operations

3. Augmented and Virtual Reality for Military Training and Simulation as Essential Tools for Personnel Preparation and Operational Planning

4. Integration of Uncrewed Platforms into Multi-Domain Operations (Air, Maritime, Land, Space, Cyber, Information)

5. Emerging Technologies in Surveillance and Reconnaissance (Video, Audio, Sensors), Edge Computing, and 6G Networks for Tactical Operations

6. Defensive and Offensive AI in Cyber Operations within the Global Security Environment

7. Innovative Solutions in Transportation and Materials for Enhanced Operational Mobility and Supply Chain Resilience

8. Emerging Technologies for Intelligent Vehicles, Hybrid Propulsion, Ultra-Light Materials, and Resilient Structures for Logistics and Combat Equipment

9. Autonomous Weapons and the Ethics of Digital Warfare: Challenges for International Humanitarian Law

10. Anchoring cyber resilience in a unified digital military system

Committees

Program Committee - CO-CHAIRPERSONS

• Dumitru TODOSIUC
• Teodor FRUNZETI
• Doina Liana PÎSLĂ

Organizing Committee - CHAIRPERSON

• Dorel BADEA

Invited Speakers - TBA

Publication

Papers presented at the conference will be considered for publication, in a special issue of the ACTA TEHNICA NAPOCENSIS (https://wos-journal.info/journalid/3242)

Venue

The conference will be held in "Nicolae Balcescu" Land Forces Academy, Revolutiei Street no. 3-5 Sibiu, Romania

Contact

All questions about submissions should be emailed to conference.edt@armyacademy.ro

Sponsors