18th International Conference on Communication Software and Networks (ICCSN 2026)

Publication

Submitted papers will be strictly reviewed by the technical program committee. Accepted papers, after successful registration and presentation, will be included in the Conference Proceedings and submitted for indexing by Ei Compendex and Scopus. Authors of accepted papers will be invited to participate in ICCSN to showcase their research results.

Selected Journals for Extended Papers:

1. Digital Communications and Networks

   • ISSN: 2352-8648
   • Indexed by: DOAJ, Scopus, SCI, EI, CSCD
   • Impact Factor: 7.5 (Q1)
   • CiteScore: 12.5 (Q1)

2. Journal of Communications (JCM)

   • ISSN: 1796-2021 (Online), 2374-4367 (Print)
   • Indexed by: Scopus, DBLP, CrossRef, EBSCO, Google Scholar, CNKI, etc.

3. Journal of Electronics & Information Technology (JEIT)

   • ISSN: 1009-5896
   • CN: 11-4494/TN (Chinese)
   • Indexed by: EI Compendex, Scopus Database, Chinese Science Citation Database, Chinese Science and Technology Paper Citation Database, Chinese Journal Full-text Database, Chinese Digital Periodical Group, China Academic Journal Digest, etc.

ICCSN Publication Index Records:

• ICCSN 2025 – ISBN: 979-8-3315-4937-4 | IEEE Xplore Online | Ei-Compendex & Scopus Index
• ICCSN 2024 – ISBN: 979-8-3315-0631-5 | IEEE Xplore Online | Ei-Compendex & Scopus Index
• ICCSN 2023 – ISBN: 979-8-3503-2935-3 | IEEE Xplore Online | Ei-Compendex & Scopus Index
• ICCSN 2022 – ISBN: 978-1-6654-5328-8 | IEEE Xplore Online | Ei-Compendex & Scopus Index
• ICCSN 2021 – ISBN: 978-1-6654-3181-1 | IEEE Xplore Online | Ei-Compendex & Scopus Index
• ICCSN 2020 – ISBN: 978-1-7281-9814-9 | IEEE Xplore Online | Ei-Compendex & Scopus Index
• ICCSN 2009 – ISBN: 978-0-7695-3522-7 | IEEE Xplore Online | Ei-Compendex & Scopus Index

Call for Papers

Track 1: Next Generation Communication and Networking

• Networking for Cloud and Fog Computing
• Mobile Cloud Computing (MCC) and Multi-access Edge Computing (MEC)
• Data Center Network Architectures and Performance
• Software Defined Networking (SDN) and Network Function Virtualization (NFV)
• NFV Management and Orchestration
• Information Centric Networking (ICN)/Named Data Networking (NDN)
• Internet of Things (IoT), M2M, D2D, MTC
• Content-centric Networking: Caching, Naming, Distribution, Load Balancing, Resiliency
• Traffic Engineering, Congestion Control
• Future Internet and Next-Generation Networking Architectures

Track 2: Communication Networks and Systems

• Networking: Future Internet/Future Networks
• QoS/QoE and Resource Management
• Optical Networks
• Wireless, Mobile, Adhoc, and Sensor Networks
• Ubiquitous Networks
• Network Security

Track 3: Signal Processing and Applications

• Signal, Image, Audio, Video Processing, Analysis, and Applications
• Pattern Recognition
• Biomedical Signal Processing and Analysis
• Signal Filtering, Detection, and Estimation
• Statistical Signal Processing and Modeling
• Ambient Intelligence
• Computer Vision and Audition

Track 4: Optical Communications and Networking

• Design and Management of Optical Networks
• Optical Networks Performance Modeling
• Optical Networks Control and Management
• Optical Modulation and Signal Processing
• Reliable Optical Networks
• Generalized Multiprotocol Label Switching (GMPLS)
• New Architectures for Optical Routers and Switches
• New Optical Fiber Technologies

Track 5: Microwave Engineering

• Microwave Devices/Components Design and Techniques
• Passive and Active Devices
• MEMS
• Integration Techniques
• Nano-Scale Devices
• Millimeter-Wave and THz Components
• Antenna Design and Applications

Track 6: Marine Communications and Networking

• Underwater Acoustic Communications: Signal processing, modulation techniques, channel modeling, and performance optimization in underwater acoustic networks.
• Marine IoT and Sensor Networks: Smart buoys, autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), ocean monitoring systems, and distributed sensing technologies.
• Satellite & Hybrid Marine Networks: Integration of satellite, RF, and acoustic communications for seamless maritime connectivity.
• AI & Machine Learning for Marine Networks: AI-driven routing, adaptive signal processing, and predictive maintenance in marine communication systems.

Track 7: Other Related Topics

For more details about topics, please visit: http://www.iccsn.org/cfp.html

Submission

Types of Submission:

1. Full Paper (Publication and Presentation)
2. Abstract (Presentation Only)

• Official Language: English
• Full Paper Requirements: Minimum 4 pages, maximum 10 pages. Regular registration fee covers one 5-page paper; additional pages incur extra fees.

Submission Links:

• Full Paper (.pdf): Submit via EasyChair
• Abstract: Send to iccsn_conference@163.com

For more details about submission guidelines, visit: http://www.iccsn.org/guide.html

Contact

Ms. Chris Zhang (Conference Secretary)

• Email: iccsn_conference@163.com