Still time to submit an APANConf paper
Don't miss this opportunity to share your research with researchers, practitioners, and innovators from across the Asia Pacific region.

The 4th International Conference on Advanced Network Technologies and Applications (APANConf'26) is seeking paper contributions on topics under the theme: AI, HPC, and Resilient Systems. As a co-located conference with APAN62, this is an opportunity to share your research with researchers, practitioners, and innovators from across the Asia Pacific region.

Dr Kevin Sowerby standing at a podium speaking.

APANConf will feature a special address from University of Auckland Professor Kevin Sowerby (pictured above). Dr Sowerby has served as Head of Department, Electrical, Computer, and Software Engineering from 2016 to 2025. His research focuses on wireless communications systems and reliable high-capacity networks.


Other confirmed Keynote Speakers for APANConf include: 

Mark Sanderson

Professor of Information Retrieval and the Dean of Research and Innovation for the STEM College at RMIT University

Ramayya Krishnan

Dean Emeritus of Heinz College at Carnegie Mellon University and a globally recognized authority on the societal impact of digital technologies

Deadline for abstract submissions


Abstract submissions for APANConf'26 will close on 15 May 2026.


Original submissions are welcomed on topics including (but not limited to):

  • Future Internet, R&E Networks, and Infrastructure
  • High-performance, Cloud, and Distributed Computing
  • Digital Applications in Health, Agriculture, Education, and Environment
  • AI, Machine Learning, and Vision Systems
  • Policy, Ethics, and Regional Priorities in Digital Infrastructure

All accepted and presented papers will be submitted for inclusion into IEEE Xplore, subject to IEEE Xplore’s scope and quality requirements.

For more information about the co-located APANConf event, visit the APANConf website.