Call for Papers

Quantum technologies are rapidly emerging as enablers of next-generation smart systems. From optimization and machine learning to secure communications and distributed computing, quantum computing and quantum networking offer unprecedented opportunities—but also raise significant research challenges. QCNS 2026 aims to bring together researchers from smart computing, IoT, CPS, networking, quantum computing, and quantum communications to explore these opportunities.

Topics of interest

• Hybrid classical–quantum applications for smart systems
• Quantum machine learning for sensor data and IoT analytics
• Quantum optimization for transportation, mobility, logistics, energy, and resource allocation
• Quantum key distribution and quantum-safe security for smart infrastructures
• Protocols and architectures for quantum networks and distributed quantum computing
• Integration of quantum devices with edge/fog/cloud architectures
• Tools, simulators, and testbeds for quantum-enhanced smart systems
• Implementations, prototypes, and real-world demonstrations
• Frameworks for evaluating the impact and feasibility of quantum applications

Submission Guidelines

Papers must follow the IEEE conference format, with a maximum length of 6 pages.

Submission will be handled via Submit your paper to EDAS.

All accepted papers will be included in the SMARTCOMP 2026 Workshop Proceedings and published in IEEE Xplore.

Simultaneous submissions to other workshops/conferences are NOT allowed.

Important dates

• Paper submission deadline: 9 March 2026
• Notification to authors: 22 April 2026
• Camera-ready deadline: [TBC]
• Workshop date: 22 June 2026