International Conference on Secure Quantum Intelligence and Trusted Systems
IC-SQITS 2026 is a premier interdisciplinary platform at the convergence of quantum computing, AI-driven defense, and systemic trust. It brings together researchers, industry leaders, and policy makers to address the security challenges and opportunities created by the post-quantum and AI era. The conference focuses on building resilient, trustworthy, and future-proof digital infrastructures that can withstand emerging quantum and AI-enabled threats. By integrating advances in cryptography, artificial intelligence, and trusted systems engineering, IC-SQITS aims to shape the next generation of secure, intelligent technologies for critical applications worldwide.
- Paper submission: May 15, 2026
- First 3 double-blind reviews due: July 15, 2026
- Revised paper due: August 30, 2026
- Notification of acceptance: October 1, 2026
- Camera-ready paper due: November 10, 2026
- Conference: Dec 10–11, 2026
- Quantum-Safe Cryptography and Standards
- AI-Driven Cyber Defense
- Secure Quantum Networks
- Trusted AI and Algorithmic Governance
About IC-SQITS 2026
IC-SQITS 2026 is a premier interdisciplinary platform at the convergence of quantum computing, AI-driven defense, and systemic trust. It brings together researchers, industry leaders, and policy makers to address the security challenges and opportunities created by the post-quantum and AI era. The conference focuses on building resilient, trustworthy, and future-proof digital infrastructures that can withstand emerging quantum and AI-enabled threats. By integrating advances in cryptography, artificial intelligence, and trusted systems engineering, IC-SQITS aims to shape the next generation of secure, intelligent technologies for critical applications worldwide.
Proceedings
Accepted papers will be published in Springer Nature Advances in Computer Science Applications and Research (ACSAR)
3+
Minimum independent reviews per paper.
2 days
Dec 10–11, 2026 at UTSA Downtown, San Antonio.
- Quantum algorithms threaten legacy public-key cryptography and long-term confidentiality.
- AI accelerates both defense and adversarial capabilities, including automation and scale.
- Trusted systems must withstand disruption, supply chain risks, and policy constraints.
Technical Tracks & Topics
Call for Papers (CFP)
Double-blind review
IC-SQITS uses a strict double-blind process. Authors must remove identifying information from manuscripts and supplementary files, including metadata where applicable.
Minimum of three expert reviews
Each submission receives at least three independent reviews. Initial reviews are due by July 15, 2026.
Revision cycle
Based on reviewer feedback, authors may be invited to submit a revised manuscript by Aug 30, 2026. The TPC evaluates revisions for final decisions.
Originality and overlap policy
Submissions must be original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere. Substantial overlap, including self-plagiarism, may result in desk rejection.
Conflict of interest handling
Conflicts of interest are managed by the Program Chairs. Conflicted reviewers will not be assigned to the paper.
Camera-ready requirements
Accepted papers must meet the final formatting and quality requirements; camera-ready versions are due Nov 10, 2026.
- Paper submission: May 15, 2026
- First 3 double-blind reviews due: July 15, 2026
- Revised paper due: August 30, 2026
- Notification of acceptance: October 1, 2026
- Camera-ready paper due: November 10, 2026
- Conference: Dec 10–11, 2026
Submission
- Prepare an anonymized manuscript compliant with the final formatting instructions.
- Submit via Meteor. The submission portal link will appear here once available.
- Ensure all figures, appendices, and supplementary materials are anonymized.
Meteor portal: Coming Soon
Organizing Committee
- Dr. Hardik Gohel, Texas A&M University–Victoria, United States
- Dr. Usharani Hareesh Govindarajan, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China
- Dr. Yun Wan, University of Houston-Downtown, United States
- Dr. Himanshu Upadhyay, Florida International University, United States
- Dr. Biswajeet Pandey, Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, India
- Dr. Suresh Kumar Peddoju, University of Houston, United States
- Dr. Weiwei Jiang, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications, China
- Dr. Aparna Aravelli, North Carolina A&T State University, United States
- Dr. Abdul Razaque, Ohio Northern University, United States
- Dr. Kotsyuba Igor Yuryevich, ITMO University, Russia
- Dr. Naveen Chilamkurti, La Trobe University, Australia
- Dr. Thomas Newe, University of Limerick, Ireland
- Dr. Bhagwan Das, Torrens University Australia, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Dr. Wan Abu Bakar Aezwani, University of Sultan Zainal Abdin, Malaysia
- Dr. Laura Aldasheva, Astana IT University, Astana, Kazakhstan
- Dr. Nikhil Bhalla, Ulster University, United Kingdom
- Dr. Scheila Wesley Martins, University of Roehampton, United Kingdom
- Dr. Tarek R. Besold, Sony Inc., Spain
- Dr. Ajeet Kaushik, Florida Polytech, United States
- Dr. Gagan Narang, Università Politecnica delle Marche, Italy
- Dr. Chinmay Chakraborty, Birla Institute of Technology, India
- Dr. Siddhant Sharma, Boston University, United States
- Dr. Yu Zhiwen, South China University of Technology, China
Registration
- Registration: Coming Soon
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Contact
- Conference: IC-SQITS 2026
- Dates: 10–11 December 2026
- Venue: University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) — Downtown Campus