High-Efficiency Publication Process | Short Review Cycle | Fast Acceptance | Broad Scope of Topics | Outstanding Papers Recommended to High-Quality SCI Journals

Hosted by South China University of Technology (a Project 985 university) and co-organized by nine other universities; supported by IEEE societies

Officially partnered with IEEE for publication, with confirmed ISBN: 979-8-3315-6393-6

Participation of national-level distinguished experts and scholars

【Key Information】

Website: www.ic-csac.org

Date and Venue: June 5–7, 2026; Guangzhou, China (Honder International Hotel, No. 2 Dongguan Zhuang Road, Tianhe District, Guangzhou, China)

Please contact Ms. Yan for the latest submission deadline (early submissions will be reviewed first).

Acceptance/Rejection Notification: Within 1–2 weeks after submission

Indexing: IEEE Xplore, EI，Scopus

Conference Inquiries: please contact Ms. Yan | 18124945342 (WeChat same number) (please include the note: “CSAC Inquiry”).

【Conference Overview】

The 2026 International Conference on Complex Systems and Automation Control (CSAC 2026) is strongly supported by the IEEE SMC Guangzhou Chapter, the IEEE CSS Guangzhou Chapter, and the IEEE TC on Cybernetics of Complex Systems. The conference is hosted by South China University of Technology and organized by the School of Automation Science and Engineering of South China University of Technology, with co-organization from Guangdong University of Technology, Southern University of Science and Technology, Harbin Institute of Technology (Shenzhen), Shenzhen University, Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University, Southwest University, Guangzhou University, Foshan University, and Guangdong University of Petrochemical Technology. The conference will be held in Guangzhou, China, from June 5 to 7, 2026. CSAC 2026 focuses on three cutting-edge areas: complex systems, automation, and advanced control. It aims to bring together scholars, experts, and industrial R&D professionals from around the world to establish a high-level international platform for academic exchange and industry collaboration. The conference topics are closely aligned with the latest research frontiers and emerging trends, covering a wide range of core subjects across multiple disciplines. Scholars and researchers worldwide are cordially invited to submit their papers and join us in Guangzhou to exchange ideas, explore new directions in the field, and promote technological innovation and industrial breakthroughs.

【Organizing Institutions】

Host: South China University of Technology

Organizer: School of Automation Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology

Co-organizers: Guangdong University of Technology, Southern University of Science and Technology, Harbin Institute of Technology (Shenzhen), Shenzhen University, Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University, Southwest University, Guangzhou University, Foshan University, Guangdong University of Petrochemical Technology, the Editorial Office of Systems Engineering and Electronics, and the Editorial Office of Control Theory & Applications.

Supporting Organizations: IEEE SMC Guangzhou Chapter, IEEE CSS Guangzhou Chapter, and IEEE TC on Cybernetics of Complex System.

【Organizing Committee】

Advisory Committee Chairs：

Renquan Lu, Professor, Guangdong University of Technology

Jian Weng, Professor, Guangzhou University

Giancarlo Fortino, Professor, University of Calabria

Junlong Chen, Professor, South China University of Technology

Zidong Wang, Professor, Brunel University London

MengChu Zhou, Professor, New Jersey Institute of Technology

Laili Lai, Professor, Guangdong University of Technology 

General Chairs：

Guangren Duan, Professor, Harbin Institute of Technology, IEEE Fellow, IET Fellow

Yong Xu, Professor, South China University of Technology

Derong Liu, Professor, Anhui University, IEEE Fellow, INNS Fellow, IAPR Fellow, Member of Academia Europaea

Program Committee Chairs：

Yang Cong, Professor, South China University of Technology

Feiqi Deng, Professor, South China University of Technology, CAA Fellow

Xueyan Zhao, Professor, South China University of Technology

Program Committee Members：

Yu Liu, Professor, South China University of Technology, IEEE Senior Member 

Hongyi Li, Professor, Southwest University, IEEE Senior Member 

Aiguo Wu, Professor, Harbin Institute of Technology (Shenzhen)

Zhaoshui He, Professor, Guangdong University of Technology

Yong Xu, Professor, Guangdong University of Technology

Tao Zou, Professor, Guangzhou University

Xiaoqun Wu, Professor, Shenzhen University

Qinghua Lu, Professor, Foshan University

Xu Lu, Professor, Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University

Organizing Committee Chairs：

Yunjian Peng, Professor, South China University of Technology

Jian Cen, Professor, Guangdong Polytechnic Normal University

Hongwei Ren, Professor, Guangdong University of Petrochemical Technology

Shuangyun Xing, Professor, Shenyang Jianzhu University

Wei Liu, Professor, South China University of Technology

Shilu Dai, Professor, South China University of Technology

Publication Chairs：

Shixian Luo, Associate Professor, Guangxi University

Xiaojing Zhong, Associate Professor, Guangzhou University

Zhipei Hu, Associate Professor, South China University of Technology

Publicity Chairs：

Weineng Chen, Professor, South China University of Technology

Zehao Wu, Professor, Foshan University

Mali Xing, Associate Professor, Guangdong University of Technology

Guangdeng Chen, Ph.D., Southwest University

Fangzhe Wan, Ph.D., Chinese Academy of Sciences

【Keynote Speakers】Updating

【Call for Papers】

01 Complex Systems Theory and Applications：Complex system modeling, nonlinear complex systems, topological analysis of complex networks, dynamics of complex systems, multi-agent complex systems, robustness of complex systems, optimization algorithms for complex systems, complex ecosystem simulation, industrial complex systems analysis, fault prediction in complex systems, digital twin-driven complex systems, scheduling of complex energy systems, urban complex system modeling, optimization of complex transportation systems, AI-enhanced complex system analysis, complex supply chain systems, stability analysis of complex systems, distributed complex systems, cooperative control of complex systems, hybrid intelligent systems, intelligent transportation systems, intelligent manufacturing systems, green communication systems, linear system control, fault-tolerant control systems, mechatronic and robotic systems.

02 Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing Technology：Linear system control, control integrated circuits and applications, modeling and simulation of emerging technologies, nonlinear system control, advanced control systems, advances in engineering software, automatic control systems, automation and monitoring systems, circuits, electronics and microelectronics, control and embedded systems, robot system control, electronic communication engineering, control, automation and diagnosis, fractional-order systems and control, intelligent systems control, engineering systems modeling, networks and electric machines, nonlinear theory and applications, power electronics and control, renewable energy conversion, sliding mode control, principles and technologies of automatic control, computer software development technologies, learning and adaptive control, robust control, intelligent control, optimization-based optimal control, model predictive control, fault detection and identification, neural control, fuzzy logic control, networked control systems, industrial automation, environmental monitoring and control.

The above topics are not limited to this list. For more information on conference topics, please visit the official website or contact the Conference Secretary, Ms. Yan, 18124945342 (WeChat same number).

【Publication Information】

All submitted papers will undergo a rigorous peer-review process conducted by two to three members of the Technical Program Committee. Accepted and presented papers will be published in the conference proceedings, which will be submitted to the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) with ISBN: 979-8-3315-6393-6. The published proceedings will be submitted to IEEE Xplore and for indexing by EI Compendex and Scopus.

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【Conference Schedule】

【Recommended Partner Journals】

《Systems Engineering and Electronics》and《Journal of Systems Engineering and Electronics》

一、Journal Overview

The following two journals are authoritative academic publications supervised by China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Limited and jointly sponsored by several leading research institutes and professional societies.

1.《Journal of Systems Engineering and Electronics》(JSEE)：Indexed by SCI (JCR Q2, CAS Q4) and EI Compendex, JSEE is dedicated to publishing high-quality original research in electronic technology, defense electronics, systems engineering, and control theory.

2.《Systems Engineering and Electronics》：A leading Chinese core journal indexed by EI Compendex, covering a broad range of frontier research areas including electronic technology, sensors and signal processing, systems engineering, guidance, navigation and control, communications, and networking.

二、Scope of Interest

In line with the theme of CSAC 2026, Complex Systems and Automatic Control, the journals particularly welcome submissions in the following areas:

1、Systems engineering and complex networks· complex systems modeling· system optimization· evolutionary systems.

2、Advanced technology applications· artificial intelligence· machine learning· big data· cloud computing·  Internet of Things and intelligent manufacturing.

3、Control and navigation· intelligent control· autonomous control of unmanned systems·  guidance, navigation and control.

4、Information processing and communications· signal and information processing· image processing· wireless communications· space communications and cybersecurity.

5、Reliability engineering· system reliability analysis·  prognostics and health management (PHM).

《Control Theory & Applications》and《Control Theory and Technology》

一、Journal Overview

The following two journals are national academic publications supervised by the Ministry of Education of China and jointly sponsored by South China University of Technology and the Academy of Mathematics and Systems Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences.

1.《Control Theory & Applications》：A Chinese core journal indexed by EI Compendex, Scopus, and CSCD. It publishes high-quality research papers in control theory and applications, with particular emphasis on emerging problems, original methodologies, and advanced technologies in systems control, optimization, and automation.

2.《Control Theory and Technology》：Currently indexed by ESCI (JCR Q3, CAS Q4) and EI Compendex. The journal covers emerging topics, original methods, and frontier technologies in control theory and applications, systems and control, optimization, and automation.

二、Scope of Interest

In line with the theme of CSAC 2026, the journals particularly welcome submissions in the following areas:

1. Complex System Modeling, Optimization and Control

2. Cyber-physical systems and industrial intelligence

3. Artificial intelligence and intelligent control

4. Autonomous intelligent systems and multi-agent coordination

5. Networked control and fault diagnosis

Outstanding papers from CSAC 2026 will be recommended for publication in 《Control Theory & Applications》、《Control Theory and Technology》、《Journal of Systems Engineering and Electronics》、《Systems Engineering and Electronics》. For any questions regarding submissions, please contact the Conference Secretary, Ms. Yan.

【Contact Us】

Conference Secretary: Ms. Yan                          

Contact Number：18124945342(You are welcome to add for consultation. Please include the note: “CSAC Conference / Journal Submission Inquiry”)

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