Call For
Tutorials



Background

The IEEE International Conference on Advanced Research in Computing (ICARC 2026) invites compelling tutorial proposals in line with this year’s theme, "Responsible AGI: Balancing Intelligence, Responsibility, and Sustainability."

Our goal is to broaden perspectives, encourage interdisciplinary collaboration, and inspire future computing professionals to apply their expertise towards sustainable, ethical, and inclusive technology development.


Scope and Topics
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

  • Data Science and Applications

  • Parallel and Distributed Computing

  • Human-Computer Interaction and Computer Vision

  • Knowledge Management and Information Systems

  • Software Engineering

  • Technology-Enhanced Learning and Teaching

  • Ethical and Sustainable Computing

  • Trustworthy and Explainable AI

  • Generative AI and Societal Impact


Tutorial Format

Proposals for half-day (3 hours) or full-day (6 hours) tutorials are hereby invited which are to take place from 9th February 2026 onwards. As part of the technical program of the conference, the tutorial will be online (details of the format will be provided as we approach the dates of the conference). Tutorials are open to all registered conference attendees at no extra charge.


Proposal Format:

Proposals should include the following:

1. Title of the tutorial

2. Abstract (200–300 words)

3. Intended audience and prerequisite knowledge

4. Outline of topics to be covered

5. Duration (Half-day or Full-day)

6. Presenter(s) information: Names, affiliations, bios, and relevant experience

7. Motivation and relevance to the conference theme


Selection and Acceptance

All tutorial proposals must be sent to the Chairs and will be peer-reviewed. The Tutorial Chairs will make a final selection of tutorials to ensure variety and relevance to the conference attendees and to best fit the conference schedule.

Speakers for all accepted tutorials will be required to sign a commitment to present at the conference within 14 days of notification. Tutorial topics and their presenters will be featured on the ICARC 2026. Tutorial material must be emailed to the conference organizers at least 14 days before the presentation date.


Contact

All questions concerning tutorial proposals should be submitted to the workshop and Tutorial Chair.

Tutorial Chair

Dr. Samiru Gayan

Senior Lecturer
Faculty of Engineering,
University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka.
samirug@uom.lk

Tutorial Co-Chair

Mr. Kalinga Gunawardena

Lecturer (Probationary)
Faculty of Computing,
Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka
kalinga@foc.sab.ac.lk

Important Dates:

Tutorial Proposals Due: 05
th
December 2025

Acceptance Notification: 20
th
December 2025

Final Camera Ready Slides: 05
th
January 2026


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