Call for Papers Overview

The Cybersecurity Research Society invites researchers, practitioners, and scholars to submit original, high-quality manuscripts for presentation at the Cyber Research Conference 2026. We welcome submissions that contribute to cybersecurity knowledge and advance the field through rigorous research and innovative solutions.

This is the second edition of our prestigious conference, building on the success of CRC 2025. We are committed to fostering collaboration between academia and industry in advancing cybersecurity research and education.

Research Focal Areas

We welcome submissions in the following areas of cybersecurity research:

Network Security

Advanced network defense mechanisms and threat detection systems

Cyber Threat Intelligence

Intelligence gathering, analysis, and threat landscape assessment

Cryptography & Cryptanalysis

Cryptographic algorithms, protocols, and security analysis

Security in Emerging Technologies

IoT, AI, Blockchain, and other emerging technology security

Privacy & Data Protection

Privacy-preserving techniques and data protection mechanisms

Cybersecurity Policies & Governance

Policy frameworks, compliance, and governance structures

Security in Cloud Computing

Cloud infrastructure security and multi-tenant security

Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing

Authorized security testing and vulnerability assessment

Security Education & Training

Cybersecurity education, training programs, and awareness

Important Dates

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Submission Deadline

April 11, 2026

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Notification of Acceptance

May 11, 2026

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Final Manuscript Due

June 16, 2026

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Publication Date

July 12, 2026

Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

General Format

  • Language: Manuscripts must be written in English
  • Format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) with PDF version
  • Length: 3,000 - 5,000 words for full research papers
  • Font: Times New Roman, 12-point
  • Line Spacing: Double-spaced throughout
  • Pagination: Page numbers at bottom right corner

Title Page Requirements

  • Concise and informative title
  • Full names and affiliations of all authors
  • Email addresses for all authors
  • Clearly indicate corresponding author with asterisk (*)
  • Brief acknowledgments and funding sources

Abstract and Keywords

  • Abstract: Single paragraph, maximum 300 words
  • Keywords: Up to six keywords separated by commas

Main Text Structure

  1. Introduction: Background, research problem, objectives, significance
  2. Literature Review: Relevant literature and existing research
  3. Methods: Research design, materials, procedures, analysis
  4. Results: Findings with tables and figures
  5. Discussion: Interpretation and implications
  6. Conclusion: Summary, limitations, future research

References

  • Citation Style: APA (8th Edition)
  • In-Text Citations: Numerical citations in square brackets [1], [2]
  • Reference List: Numerical order at end of manuscript
  • Include DOIs where available

Tables and Figures

  • Number consecutively (Table 1, Table 2, etc.)
  • Provide descriptive titles and captions
  • Place near first reference in text

Submission Process

1

Prepare Your Manuscript

Follow all guidelines and ensure originality and quality

2

Submit via Portal

Upload manuscript through official conference submission portal

3

Include Cover Letter

Explain significance, originality, and relevance of work

4

Disclose Conflicts

Declare any potential conflicts of interest

5

Peer Review

Double-blind peer review process

6

Receive Decision

Notification of acceptance or revision requests

Ethical Considerations

  • Originality: Submissions must be original and not previously published
  • Plagiarism: Similarity index above 15% will result in rejection
  • Ethics: Studies with human/animal subjects require IRB approval
  • Double-Blind Review: No identifying information in main document

Poster Paper Submissions

We also welcome poster paper submissions for emerging research and work-in-progress.

Poster Paper Guidelines

  • Length: Maximum 4 pages
  • Content: Clearly describe research questions and contributions
  • Attendance: At least one author must register for conference
  • Publication: Accepted posters included in Book of Abstracts

Presentation Guidelines

  • Format: PowerPoint (.ppt) format
  • Slides: Maximum 15 slides including cover slide
  • Duration: 15 minutes for presentation
  • Note: Do not read the full article aloud

Publication Opportunities

Accepted papers will be included in the Cybersecurity Research Society Conference Proceedings. Selected best papers will be considered for publication in the International Journal of Cybersecurity Research and Informatics.

Questions?

For inquiries about the Call for Papers, please contact the Organizing Committee:

Email: cfp@cyberresearchsociety.org

Website: cyberresearchsociety.org

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