Conferences
Upcoming MDPI Conferences (3)

Central European Summer Time, Online
We would like to cordially invite you to attend the 3rd International Electronic Conference on Machines and Applications, organized by the MDPI journal Machines (ISSN: 2075-1702, Impact Factor: 2.5), which will take place online from 12 to 14 May 2026.
Conference Chair
Prof. Dr. Antonio J. Marques Cardoso
CISE—Electromechatronic Systems Research Centre,
Department of Electromechanical Engineering, University of Beira Interior, Calçada Fonte do Lameiro, Covilhã, Portugal
The Topics of Interest
S1. Automation and Control Systems
S2. Condition Monitoring and Fault Diagnosis
S3. Machines Design and Additive Manufacturing
S4. Electrical Machines and Drives
S5. Electromechanical Energy Conversion Systems
S6. Mechatronics/Electromechatronics
Important Dates
Deadline for abstract submission: 9 February 2026
Notification of acceptance: 9 March 2026
Registration deadline: 6 May 2026
Guide for Authors
To submit your abstract, please visit the following website:
https://sciforum.net/user/submission/create/1402
To register for this event, please visit the following website:
https://sciforum.net/event/IECMA2026?section=#registration
For more information about abstract submission, poster and slide submission, and publication opportunities, please refer to the “Instructions for Authors” section on the conference website:https://sciforum.net/event/IECMA2026?section=#instructions
For any inquiries regarding this event, please contact iecma2026@mdpi.com.
We look forward to seeing you at the 3rd International Electronic Conference on Machines and Applications.

Jeju, Republic of Korea
Following our two previous successful editions, we invite you to submit your abstracts and participate in the 3rd International Conference on AI Sensors and Transducers, taking place from 2 to 7 August 2026 in Jeju, South Korea.
Organized by MDPI and the open access journals Sensors, Micromachines, AI Sensors, Micro and Remote Sensing, this in-person conference will once again bring together experts and participating researchers who will share insights and innovations in sensors, remote sensing technology, transducers and artificial intelligence.
Abstract Submission
Do not miss this opportunity to showcase your work to peers and leading experts in cutting-edge sensors as well as various sensors-related research, from optoelectronics, robotics to biomedical electronics.
Submit an abstract to AIS 2026 here:
https://sciforum.net/user/submission/create/1506
Find out more about the instructions for authors: https://sciforum.net/event/AIS2026?section=#instructions
Symposia Topics
Find out more about our continuously updated list of topics here:
https://sciforum.net/event/AIS2026?section=#Symposia
Register Early!
Early-Bird discounts are available until 16 May 2026.
For more information on registration prices: https://sciforum.net/event/AIS2026?section=#registration
Please feel free to share the information about this conference to your colleagues and students.
We look forward to welcoming you in Jeju!
The Organizing Committee,
The 3rd International Conference on AI Sensors and Transducers (AIS 2026)
https://sciforum.net/event/AIS2026?utm_source=Warmup&utm_medium=Annouce

Barcelona, Spain
Dear colleagues,
Mark your calendars! We’re excited to invite you to Drones 2026: Mapping the Knowledge, taking place from 11–13 November 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
Organized by MDPI and the open-access journal Drones, this in-person event aims to bring together researchers, industry professionals, and experts from around the world to share the latest advancements, exchange ideas, and foster collaborations in the field of the design, development, and application of drone technologies.
Why You Should Join
Over the course of three days, we will explore a wide range of novel and attractive topics in the field, including invited talks from leading experts and eight key sessions:
- Drone Design and Development
- Networks and Communications
- Guidance, Navigation, and Control
- Artificial Intelligence Applications for Drones
- Drones in Agriculture and Forestry
- Drones in Security and Defense
- Drones in Geospatial Industry
- Emerging Applications of Drones
Abstract Submission Now Open!
Want to present your latest research? We're accepting submissions for short talks and poster presentations. All the info you need is available on our website – and yes, you're welcome to submit already! Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your work and submit your abstract by 14 July 2026.
Check out our website for more details about the sessions, venue, and travel information. Start planning your participation today!
We look forward to welcoming you to Barcelona for an inspiring and engaging conference experience.
Sincerely,
Prof. Dr. Diego González-Aguilera and Prof. Dr. Pablo Rodríguez-Gonzálvez
Drones 2026 Chairs
Sent by the Drones 2026 Conference Secretariat
drones2026@mdpi.com
P.S. Know someone who’d love this? Please share the news and help us grow the drones’ community!
Upcoming Partner Conferences (1)

Sanya, China
The 2026 International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Control (CAIC 2026) will be held in Sanya, China, from 6 to 8 February 2026. The conference is a forum for presenting excellent research and new challenges facing the field of artificial intelligence and control. It will bring together experts, scholars, researchers, and related practitioners from all around the world to exchange their research findings and address open issues in artificial intelligence and control.
CAIC 2026 sincerely welcomes researchers from all over the world to participate in this international academic exchange platform. We are pleased to invite you to submit papers and look forward to meeting you in Sanya, China. If you require more information on paper submission, please contact us.
Website: https://www.iccaic.net/
Call For Papers: Track 1—Artificial Intelligence, Track 2—Control Theory and Methods, Track 3—AI-Enhanced Control Applications, Track 4—AI for Control-Integrated Communication
Submission link: https://www.ais.cn/attendees/paperSubmit/FI6RIQ
Registration link: https://www.ais.cn/attendees/toSignUp/FI6RIQ