The International Conference on Technology, Innovation and Interdisciplinary Research brings together scholars from diverse fields to explore emerging trends, share groundbreaking research and foster collaboration that shapes the future of society. Join us to engage with leading experts and contribute to the dialogue on technological advancement.

Submission Guidelines

All papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference. The following paper categories are welcome.

Full Research Papers

Full papers are peer-reviewed and accepted for conference presentation. Selected papers may be invited for publication in a post-conference edited book, subject to further review and editorial requirements.

Abstract Presentations

Researchers may submit abstracts reporting completed, ongoing, or emerging research projects.

Abstracts should:

• Be between 250–500 words.

• Clearly state the purpose, methodology, findings (where applicable), and significance of the research.

• Include 3–6 keywords.

Accepted abstracts will be included in the conference programme and presented during thematic sessions.

Poster Presentations

Poster presentations provide an opportunity to showcase:

• Emerging research

• Preliminary findings

• Innovative ideas

• Pilot studies

• Student research projects

Posters should communicate the research problem, methodology, key findings, and implications in a visually engaging format.

Student Research Forum

ICTIIR strongly encourages participation from Honours, Master's and Doctoral students.

The Student Research Forum provides a supportive environment for emerging scholars to:

• Present their research

• Receive constructive feedback

• Network with experienced researchers

• Explore collaboration opportunities

Work-in-Progress (WIP) Research

Work-in-Progress submissions are intended for studies that are currently underway.

Researchers are encouraged to present:

• Early-stage findings

• Conceptual developments

• Pilot studies

• Research designs

• Emerging theoretical contributions

These sessions provide valuable opportunities for scholarly feedback and collaboration.

Workshop Proposals

Workshops are interactive sessions designed to demonstrate innovative projects, teaching approaches, technologies, methodologies, or emerging challenges.

Workshop proposals should include:

• Workshop title

• Objectives and intended outcomes

• Topic overview

• Planned activities

• Infrastructure or technology requirements

• Duration of workshop

• Maximum number of participants

• Workshops will typically comprise a short presentation followed by an interactive discussion or hands-on activity with participants

List of Topics

• Interdisciplinary Research and Emerging Technologies
• Science, Technology and Society
• Cybersecurity, Governance and Ethics
• Digital Transformation and Innovation
• Education and Learning Technologies

Committees

Program Committee

• Prof Alia Amir
• Dr Vusumzi Funda
• Dr Lunga Mantashe

Organizing Committee

• Dr Oluwatosin Bamigboye
• Dr Mbalenhle Nxumalo
• Dr Sithembile Sibisi

Publication

ICTIIR 2026 proceedings will be published in the EPiC Series in Education Science or Conference Proceedings with ISBN

Venue

The conference will be held in East London ICC, South Africa

Contact

All questions about submissions should be emailed to secretariat@interfutureconference.com