ITS 2026 Student Paper Award

University of Patras in cooperation with ITS Hellas, supported by Hellenic Institute of Transportation Engineers under the auspices of Hellenic Republic - Ministry of Infrastructure and Transportation

 

Call for Student Papers

Updated Version

 

International Conference

ITS 2026

“Intelligent Green Mobility and Resilience Society”

 12-13 November 2026

Conference and Cultural Center of the University of Patras

Are you an undergraduate or graduate student passionate about innovation, sustainability, and Intelligent Transportation Systems? Are you interested in presenting your ideas, research, or vision for the future of mobility to an international audience? 

Here’s your chance!

The International Conference, “ITS 2026: Intelligent Green Mobility and Resilience Society” is organized by the University of Patras, Department of Civil Engineering, on 12-13 November 2026, at the Conference and Cultural Center of the University of Patras, Greece. 

 

What’s ITS all about?

Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) are shaping the future of mobility, making transportation safer, faster, greener, and smarter. Connected ITS (C-ITS) in vehicles and smart cities, AI-powered transport, greener travel options, and resilient systems can adapt to real-world challenges. 

From self-driving cars and drones, to Mobility-as-a-Service apps and sustainable transport networks, ITS combine engineering, data, design, and innovation to rethink how people and goods move. 

 Through ITS and C-ITS, we are shaping the next generation of mobility systems that tackle real-world issues like:

• AI-driven transport and connected/autonomous vehicles
• Cybersecurity and data management
• Smart traffic networks, communications, and safety
• Intermodal mobility, micromobility, and mobility as a service (MaaS)
• Drones and logistics optimization
• Green mobility and environmental impacts
• Decision-making, policy design, and policy dialogue

Why should you get involved?

Because we need fresh ideas - your ideas. Whether you're working on research, a class project, a vision concept, or even a startup idea, this is a chance to share your work, get feedback, and make an impact. 

The ITS 2026 Conference offers a unique opportunity for students to connect with professionals and researchers from academic/research institutions, industry, and the public sector. It provides an inspiring setting to present their work, exchange ideas, and discover innovative perspectives that link technology, sustainability, and human-centered mobility across transport modes. 

Submissions will be evaluated by the conference Research Committee for relevance to the conference theme, quality, feasibility, and coherence. All papers approved by the Research Committee will be published in the proceedings of the conference. 

Please submit your paper exclusively in English in a single pdf file (up to 10mb) by September 21, 2026. Papers are only accepted via electronic submission. Incomplete or late submissions cannot be accepted. 

 

Submission Instructions

Please ensure that your submission includes all the information requested on the submission form, as follows

• Subject
• Title (word limit: 20)
• Maximum page limit: 8, Times New Roman, font 12
• Authors: last name and first name, organization
• Note: the person submitting the paper is considered the main author

The submission is uploaded via this link.

 Please follow the template.

Submission Rules

By submitting a paper to ITS 2026, the first author (submitting author):

• Assumes responsibility for the accuracy of the work submitted. 
• Confirms that all authors are aware of and agree with the content of the paper and the data presented.
• Confirms that the paper is not under consideration for presentation or publication elsewhere and has not been presented or published previously. 
• Approves publication of the work, if approved, in the final issue of proceedings. 

The International Research Committee reserves the right to reject submissions, even if they follow these guidelines, if their quality does not meet the standards of the conference, or to request revisions from the presenter prior to acceptance.

ITS 2026 Student Paper Award

Think your paper stands out? Prove it! The “ITS 2026 Student Paper Award” will be awarded to the best student scientific paper. 

Eligibility: All authors and co-authors are undergraduate and graduate students from Higher Education Institutions. 

Format: Eligible participants whose papers have been approved by the Research Committee will be invited to present their work during a dedicated student session. 

Award: The best student scientific paper will receive the “ITS 2026 Student Paper Award” at the conference closing ceremony.  

Important note: Papers submitted to the “ITS 2026 Student Paper Award” must be authored exclusively by students. The participation of faculty members as authors or co-authors is not permitted. 

What is required: Eligible authors are/were undergraduate or graduate (Master's or PhD) students at the time they developed the work now being submitted.

We warmly invite you to present your passion, and let your creativity move the world forward! 

 

Registrations

Detailed information regarding fees, categories, and deadlines is available on the conference website at the following link.