GOODTECHS 2026
12th EAI International Conference on Smart Objects and Technologies for Social Good
Dubrovnik, Croatia
https://goodtechs.eai-conferences.org/2026

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Paper submission deadline: 10 January 2026
Acceptance notification: 1 February 2026
Camera-ready submission: 1 March 2026
Conference dates: 16-17 April 2026
Venue: Hotel Dubrovnik Palace, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Submission link: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=eaigoodtechs2026

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The scope of emerging technologies encompasses the development, integration, and application of advanced innovations to address complex challenges across diverse domains. Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Internet of Things (IoT), Blockchain, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, and Smart Technologies collectively aim to enhance efficiency, decision-making, and automation in sectors such as healthcare, education, energy, agriculture, public security, transportation, and urban management. These technologies focus on creating sustainable, accessible, and inclusive solutions, particularly for underserved communities and individuals with disabilities. They also emphasize addressing ethical considerations, privacy, security, and interoperability, fostering smarter, more resilient systems for societal and environmental benefit.

Topics of interest include:

- Artificial Intelligence (AI) Technology
- Big Data Technology
- Internet of Things (IoT) Technology
- Blockchain Technology
- Cybersecurity Technology and Management
- Cloud Computing Technology
- Smart Technology in Healthcare
- Smart Technology in Education and Learning
- Smart Technology in Energy and Environmental Management
- Smart Technology in Agriculture, Aquaculture and Environment
- Smart Technology in Disaster Management and Response
- Smart Technology in Public Safety and Security
- Smart Technology in Traffic and Transportation Systems
- Smart Technology in Cultural and Heritage Conservation
- Smart Technology in Urban/Rural Areas
- Smart Technology for People with Disabilities
- Smart Technology in Community Development

Full/regular conference papers should be 12-20 pages in length, while short papers should be 6-11 pages in length (excluding appendices, references, appreciation, etc.). Please note that additional pages will be subject to an extra charge for each extra page uploaded (references and appendices are not counted as extra pages and thus are not subject to extra charges).

The use of content generated by artificial intelligence (AI) in a submission (including but not limited to text, figures, images, and code) is regulated by the Springer AI policy, available at https://link.springer.com/brands/springer/journal-policies.

All conference papers undergo a thorough peer review process prior to the final decision and publication. All registered and presented papers will be submitted for publishing by Springer – LNICST series and made available through SpringerLink Digital Library: GOODTECHS proceedings. This series is indexed in leading indexing services, such as Web of Science, Compendex, Scopus, DBLP, EU Digital Library, Inspec, SCImago and Zentralblatt MATH.

All accepted authors are eligible to submit an extended version in a fast track of:
EAI Endorsed Transactions on Smart Cities (Open Access)
EAI Endorsed Transactions on Internet of Things (Scopus) (Open Access)

Additional publication opportunities include:
EAI Transactions series (Open Access)
EAI/Springer Innovations in Communications and Computing Book Series (titles in this series are indexed in Ei Compendex, Web of Science & Scopus)

All accepted papers are required to be supported by an author full registration. Please note that papers without a valid full registration or that are not presented in-person will be excluded from the proceedings. Note that the conference will be an in-person event.

General co-chairs

Laura Ricci, University of Pisa, Italy
William Knottenbelt, Imperial College London, UK
Shantanu Pal, Deakin University, Australia

Technical program committee chairs

Damiano Di Francesco Maesa, University of Pisa, Italy
Matteo Loporchio, University of Pisa, Italy

Local Chairs

Alan Mutka, RIT, Croatia
Domagoj Tolic, RIT, Croatia