Conferences

We would like to invite you to attend the 12th World Sustainability Forum (WSF-12): Innovative Pathways for Sustainable, Resilient Cities and a Greener Planet.  This event will take place from 21–24 August 2026 in Hong Kong, organized by the MDPI Sustainability Foundation, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Department of Building Environment and Energy Engineering, and the Sustainability journal (ISSN: 2071-1050; IF 3.3).

Conference Chair:

• Professor Vivien Lu, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, China.
• Prof. Dr. Weiqi Zhou, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China.
• Prof. Dr. Mark A. Bonn, Florida State University, Tallahassee, USA.

Honorary Chair:

• Prof. Dr. Max Bergman, University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland.

Topics of interest:

S1. Emerging Technologies and Integrated Solutions for Sustainable, Resilient Cities and Planet;
S2. Resilient Urban Energy Infrastructure;
S3. Sustainability Education and Innovative Approaches;
S4. Climate Change and Socio-Ecological Systems;
S5. Sustainable Urban Landscapes and Low-Carbon Mobility;
S6. Circular Economy and Resource Efficiency;
S7. Renewable Energy and Smart Grids;
S8. Policy Frameworks for Equitable Green Transitions;
S9. Sustainable Economic Models and Green Finance;
S10. Tourism, Culture, Heritage and Hospitality: Global Strategies for a Sustainable Future;
S11. Inclusive Strategies for Water Quality Improvement, Ecological Restoration and Water Resource Management.

Important dates:

Registration deadline: 21 August 2026
Late poster submissions are still open for a limited time.

Guide for authors:

To submit your poster abstract, please click on the following link:  https://sciforum.net/user/submission/create/1460.

To register for the event, please click on the following link: https://sciforum.net/event/WSF-12/registration.

For details regarding the submission of abstracts, posters, and slides and publication opportunities, you may refer to the “Instructions for Authors” section: https://sciforum.net/event/WSF-12/instructions-for-authors.

For any enquiries regarding this event, please contact: wsf12@mdpi.com.

We look forward to seeing you at the 12th World Sustainability Forum.

https://sciforum.net/event/WSF-12

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!

https://sciforum.net/event/Drones2026

We cordially invite you to attend the 1st International Online Conference on Earth Science organized by MDPI’s Earth (ISSN: 2673-4834, IF: 4.0), and co-organized by Climate (ISSN: 22225-1154, IF: 4.0), Conservation  (ISSN: 2673-7159, IF: 1.9), Geographies (ISSN: 2673-7086, IF: 2.3), GeoHazards (ISSN: 2624-795X, IF: 2.3), Geosciences (ISSN: 2076-3263, IF: 2.3), Hydrology (ISSN: 2306-5338, IF: 3.1), Oceans (ISSN: 2673-1924, IF: 2.5), and Resources (ISSN: 2079-9276, IF: 4.3), which will be held online from 2 to 4 September 2026, CEST.

Conference Chairs
Prof. Dr. Charles Jones, University of California, Santa Barbara, USA;
Prof. Dr. Hossein Bonakdari, University of Ottawa, Canada;
Prof. Dr. Riccardo Buccolieri, University of Salento, Italy.

Topics of Interest:
S1. AI and Big Data in Earth Science;
S2. Coastal & Ocean Systems: Ecology, Resources & Conservation;
S3. Climate Dynamics, Variability and Change;
S4. Water in a Changing World: Hydrology, Hydro-AI & Resources;
S5. Natural Hazards and Risk;
S6. Landscapes, Geoheritage & Human Interactions;
S7. Air Quality and Climate Pollutants;
S8. Geothermal & Geo-Resources for the Energy Transition.

Important Date
Deadline for Registration: 27 August 2026

Guide for Authors
To register for the event, please click on the following link: https://sciforum.net/event/IOCEA2026?section=#registration
For details regarding Abstract Submission, Poster and Slide Submission, and Publication Opportunities, you may refer to the “Instructions for Authors” section at the following link: https://sciforum.net/event/IOCEA2026?section=#instructions

For any enquiries regarding the event, please contact: iocea2026@mdpi.com

https://sciforum.net/event/IOCEA2026

We cordially invite you to attend this event organized by MDPI Arts (ISSN: 2076-0752, Impact Factor: 0.5). It will take place virtually on 8–9 April 2027, CEST, Online.

Conference Chair
Prof. Dr. Andrew M. Nedd
Department of Art History, Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, USA

The Topics of Interest
S1. Studio Art, Visual Culture, and Art Theory
S2. Performing Arts and Cinema Studies
S3. Architecture, Craft, Design, and Material Culture
S4. Art Market, Museums, Exhibitions, and Emerging Practices

Important Dates
Abstract Submission Deadline: 8 January 2027.
Abstract Acceptance Notification: 2 February 2027.
Registration Deadline: 1 April 2027.

Guide for Authors
To submit your abstract, please click on the following link: https://sciforum.net/submissions/IOCAR2027/link/1.
To register for the event, please click on the following link:
https://sciforum.net/registration/IOCAR2027/tickets.

For details regarding Abstract Submission, Poster and Slide Submission, and Publication Opportunities, you may refer to the “Instructions for Authors” section: https://sciforum.net/event/IOCAR2027/instructions-for-authors.

For any enquiries regarding the event, please contact iocar@mdpi.com.

We look forward to seeing you at the IOCAR 2027.

https://sciforum.net/event/IOCAR2027