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**CALL FOR PAPERS**
**HRFEST 2026**
International Conference on Humanoid Robotics, Innovation & Leadership
Date: November 05 - 07, 2026
Location: Universidad Nacional del Callao (UNAC) - Callao, Peru (Hybrid Event)
Website: https://hrfest.org
CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS & WHY SUBMIT
* High-Impact Indexing: All accepted and presented papers will be
submitted to the IEEE Xplore digital library, which is typically
indexed by Scopus and Ei Compendex.
* Hybrid Format: Offering both in-person and virtual presentation
options to accommodate global researchers and industry professionals.
* Global Networking: Hosted alongside the IEEE RAS Regional
Manufacturing Workshop, connecting LATAM researchers with global
industry leaders.
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
The HRFEST 2026: International Conference on Humanoid Robotics, Innovation
& Leadership is the premier Latin American forum that bridges the gap
between advanced robotics research and industrial leadership. Hosted by
the Universidad Nacional del Callao (UNAC) as the official academic and
not-for-profit sponsor, with NFM Robotics acting as an industrial patron
and logistical facilitator, this conference gathers top researchers,
industry leaders, and innovators.
HRFEST 2026 is technically co-sponsored by IEEE. Accepted and presented
papers will be submitted for inclusion into the IEEE Xplore digital
library, subject to meeting IEEE Xplore’s scope and quality requirements.
TECHNICAL TRACKS & TOPICS OF INTEREST
We invite researchers, academics, and professionals to submit original,
unpublished technical papers. Topics of interest include, but are not
limited to:
* Track 1: Robotics & Adv. Manufacturing
- Humanoid Robotics, Bipedalism & Legged Locomotion
- Control Systems, Kinematics & Dynamics
- Mechatronics, Soft Robotics & Smart Materials
- Industrial Automation, Cobots & Swarm Robotics
* Track 2: AI & Data Science
- Machine Learning & Deep Learning
- Generative AI & LLMs
- Computer Vision, Pattern Recognition & NLP
- Ethical AI & Explainable AI (XAI)
* Track 3: Engineering Management
- Tech, Innovation & R&D Management
- Industry 4.0 & Digital Transformation
- Agile Project Management
- Tech Entrepreneurship & Startups
* Track 4: Applied Technologies
- Internet of Things (IoT) & Smart Cities
- Biomedical Eng. & Healthcare Systems
- Financial Engineering & FinTech
- Renewable Energy Systems
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
* Review Process: HRFEST 2026 enforces a strict Double-Blind Peer Review.
* Submission Portal: All manuscripts must be submitted electronically
via EasyChair at: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=hrfest2026
* Format & Length: All manuscripts must follow the standard double-column
IEEE Conference template and should not exceed six (6) pages in PDF format.
* Originality: Submissions must be original work not currently under
review by any other conference or journal.
* Camera-Ready Submissions: Final versions of accepted papers must be
validated using IEEE PDF eXpress (Conference ID: 71784X). The PDF
eXpress validation site will open on September 15, 2026.
IMPORTANT DEADLINES
* Full Paper Submission Deadline: July 05, 2026
* Notification of Acceptance: September 15, 2026
* Final Camera-Ready Submission: October 15, 2026
For more information regarding submissions, registration, and the
IEEE RAS Regional Manufacturing Workshop, please visit our official
website: https://hrfest.org