 | SI-DTs-26: Societal Impact of Digital Twins Conference Anglia Ruskin University Cambridge, UK, March 30-31, 2026 |
| Submission link | https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=sidts26 |
The DTNet+ research community is pleased to announce the first Perspectives on the Societal Impact of Digital Twins Conference. The conference will be held at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, UK. It aims at showcasing the work of Early Career Researchers (ECRs) exploring how digital twin technologies shape society both positively and negatively. This interdisciplinary event will bring together researchers, industry professionals, and public sector attendees to discuss how we can amplify the benefits of digital twins while recognising and mitigating potential harms.
Submission Guidelines
All papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference. The following paper category is welcome:
- Abstract (for posters and talks) must not exceed 1000 words.
The final presentation mode i.e. poster or talk will be communicated to the authors in the abstract's acceptance email notification.
Important Dates:
- Abstract submission deadline: 31st October 2025
- Abstract decision notification: 20th December 2025
- Conference date: 29-31 March 2026
List of Topics
We welcome submissions on all topics related to the societal impacts of digital twins, including but not limited to:
- Cybersecurity, data governance, and privacy
- Healthcare and medical technologies
- Sustainability and environmental applications
- Urban planning, infrastructure, and transport
- Cultural heritage and the arts
- Education and digital learning environments
- Ethics, equity, and responsible innovation
The conference is open primarily to Early Career Researchers (PhD students, Postdocs, Lecturers, and Senior Lecturers or equivalent as assistant and associate professor). ECRs whose abstracts are accepted will have a contribution to their attendance costs covered (details to follow).
Committees
Organizing committee (arranged alphabetically by surname)
- Negar Ahmadpoor (Anglia Ruskin University)
- Viviana Bastidas Melo (University of Cambridge)
- Fanta Camara (University of York)
- Paul Cureton (University of Lancaster)
- Carolina Fuentes Toro (Cardiff University)
- Carol Lo (University of West England)
- Yang Lu (Loughborough University)
- Jennifer Schooling (Anglia Ruskin University)
Venue
The conference will be held in Anglia Ruskin University, East Rd, Cambridge CB1 1PT, United Kingdom.
Contact
All questions about submissions should be emailed to DTNetPlus@aru.ac.uk.