Publication

This page list principal conferences and journals linked to my PhD subject (WSN, IoT, opportunistic routing etc.)

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Conferences

ACM MobiCom

Full Name: ACM International Conference on Mobile Computing and Networking

Rank: A* (Flagship)

Expected Paper Types: Systems-oriented papers, hardware/software for mobile systems, wireless physical layers, and mobile applications. It prioritizes "real-world" implementations and breakthrough system designs.

Difficulty to Submit: Extreme. This is arguably the hardest conference in the mobile networking space, with acceptance rates often below 15%. Only papers with significant impact and complete implementation are usually accepted.

Next one:

• October 26–30, 2026 — Austin, Texas, USA
• October 2027 — Unknown location

ACM MobiHoc

Full Name: ACM International Symposium on Theory, Algorithmic and Network Aspects of Ad Hoc Networks and Wireless Performance

Rank: A

Expected Paper Types: Highly algorithmic and theoretical papers. It focuses on the mathematical foundations of ad hoc networks, including routing algorithms and capacity analysis.

Difficulty to Submit: High. While smaller in scale than INFOCOM, its niche focus on theory means reviews are mathematically intense. Acceptance rates are around 18-20%.

Next one:

• November 23–26, 2026 — Tokyo, Japan
• 2027 — Unknown location

ACM SIGCOMM

Full Name: ACM Special Interest Group on Data Communication

Rank: A* (The absolute gold standard in networking research)

Expected Paper Types: Expected Paper Types:

• Research Track: Novel architectures, protocols, and systems for communication networks, including theoretical analysis and rigorous experimental evaluation.
• Experience Track: (New for 2026) Significant real-world deployment experiences and insights from operating large-scale networked systems.
• Topic Areas: Cloud/Datacenter networking, 5G/6G, Internet of Things (IoT), network measurement, security, and AI/ML applied to networking.

Difficulty to Submit: Extremely High. This is widely considered the most prestigious and difficult venue in the field. With a double-blind review process and a historical acceptance rate hovering between 10% and 15%, it’s where the "landmark" networking papers are born. Expect "brutal but fair" reviews and a high bar for both technical novelty and implementation.

Next one:

• August 17–21, 2026 — Denver, Colorado, USA

EWSN

Full Name: International Conference on Embedded Wireless Systems and Networks

Rank: B (Note: Though ranked B, it is considered a top-tier venue specifically for the Embedded and WSN community).

Expected Paper Types: Low-power wireless, IoT systems, embedded operating systems, and sensor network deployments.

Difficulty to Submit: Medium-High. It is a selective, single-track conference. It favors practical results and validated systems over pure simulations.

Next one:

• September 16–18, 2026 — Dresden, Germany

IEEE INFOCOM

Full Name: IEEE International Conference on Computer Communications

Rank: A* (Flagship)

Expected Paper Types: Theoretical networking, cross-layer design, protocols, modeling, and large-scale measurements. INFOCOM values heavy technical depth and rigorous performance evaluation.

Difficulty to Submit: Very High. Acceptance rates typically hover between 15% and 20%. It is known for a very strict review process and requires a high level of mathematical or experimental novelty.

Next one:

• May 18–22, 2026 — Tokyo, Japan
• May 24-27, 2027 — Honolulu, Hawaii, USA

IEEE LCN

Full Name: IEEE Conference on Local Computer Networks

Rank: A

Expected Paper Types: Broad networking topics, including LAN/WLAN, network security, SDN, and cloud networking.

Difficulty to Submit: Medium-High. LCN is highly respected for its longevity and quality. Acceptance rates are usually around 25-30%.

Next one:

• October 7–9, 2026 — Coimbra, Portugal

IEEE CCNC

Full Name: IEEE Consumer Communications & Networking Conference

Rank: B

Expected Paper Types: Consumer electronics networking, smart home technology, multimedia streaming, and vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication.

Difficulty to Submit: Medium. CCNC is more accessible than INFOCOM but still maintains a solid peer-review standard. It is often held alongside CES, making it industry-heavy.

Next one:

• January 9–12, 2026 — Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
• January 9–12, 2027 — Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

IEEE ICC

Full Name: IEEE International Conference on Communications

Rank: B (CORE Ranking)

Expected Paper Types: As a massive multi-track conference, ICC expects high-quality technical papers (typically 6 pages) across a wide range of symposia including:

Wireless Communications and Networking

Communication Theory and Signal Processing

Optical Networks and Systems

IoT, Cloud, and Fog Computing

AI/ML for Communications

Difficulty to Submit: Medium. While it is a flagship conference of the IEEE Communications Society, its large scale means it accepts a high volume of papers (typically over 900 per year). The acceptance rate consistently stays around 38–40%. It is less “exclusive” than INFOCOM but remains a highly prestigious venue for telecommunications researchers.

Next one:

• May 24-28, 2026 — Glasgow, Scotland, UK
• May 30-June 3 — Washington, District of Columbia, USA

IEEE Globecom

Full Name: IEEE Global Communications Conference

Rank: B (CORE Ranking)

Expected Paper Types: Identical in scope to ICC, focusing on the entire spectrum of communications technology. Papers usually focus on:

• Next-Generation Networking
• Mobile and Wireless Networks
• Communication Software and Services
• Security and Privacy in Communications
• Cognitive Radio and AI-driven Networking

Difficulty to Submit: Medium. Like ICC, Globecom is a high-volume flagship conference. The review process is rigorous but fair, with an acceptance rate typically hovering between 37% and 40%. The challenge often lies in the sheer competition, as it receives thousands of submissions from around the globe annually.

Next one:

• December 7–11, 2026 — Macau S.A.R, China
• December 6-10, 2027 — Abu Dhabi, UAE

IEEE SMARTCOMP

Full Name: IEEE International Conference on Smart Computing

Rank: B

Expected Paper Types: Smart cities, edge computing, pervasive computing, and AI-driven smart systems.

Difficulty to Submit: Medium. This is an emerging and growing conference. It looks for papers that combine computer science with domain-specific “smart” applications.

Next one:

• June 22-25, 2026 — Messina, Italy
• January 27-30, 2026 — Udaipur, India

IEEE Sensors

Full Name: IEEE Sensors Conference

Rank: N/A (Ranked by IEEE as a major technical event, but often categorized under Engineering/Hardware rather than pure CS CORE).

Expected Paper Types: Sensor phenomena, modeling of transducers, sensor systems, and sensor applications (biomedical, environmental).

Difficulty to Submit: Medium. The focus is more on the hardware and the sensing mechanism itself than the networking protocol. It is the primary venue for sensor technology researchers.

Next one:

• October 25–28, 2026 — Rotterdam, Netherlands

IEEE APSCON

Full Name: IEEE Applied Sensing Conference

Rank: N/A (A newer conference, established around 2023. It is not yet ranked by CORE as it focuses on industrial application and systems engineering rather than fundamental computer science or theoretical physics).

Expected Paper Types: Concrete applications of sensors across vertical markets (Precision Agriculture, e-Mobility, Smart & Connected Health, Industry 4.0, Environmental Monitoring). Focus is on system integration, data processing, and real-world deployments.

Difficulty to Submit: Low-Medium. While it follows a rigorous peer-review process, the barrier for entry regarding "fundamental physical innovation" is lower than IEEE Sensors. It prioritizes practical utility, industrial impact, and "end-to-end" solutions.

Next one:

• March 15–17, 2027 — Hyderabad, India

IFIP Networking

Full Name: IFIP International Conference on Networking

Rank: CORE Rank: B. It is a well-established and highly respected conference in the networking community, often favored by European research institutions. While it sits just below "top-tier" venues like SIGCOMM or INFOCOM, it is regarded as a high-quality venue for fundamental networking research.

Expected Paper Types: Original research focused on the conceptual and theoretical foundations of networking. Key themes include:

• Network Architecture and Protocols: SDN/NFV, 6G, network slicing, and programmable data planes.
• Performance Evaluation: Analytical modeling, simulation, and traffic measurement.
• Network Science: Topology analysis, graph theory, and complex network dynamics.
• Emerging Trends: AI/ML for networking, edge computing, and Green ICT (energy-efficient networking).

Difficulty to Submit: Medium-High. The conference typically maintains a competitive acceptance rate (usually between 20% and 25%). It requires strong technical validation—papers must demonstrate either rigorous mathematical proofs or comprehensive experimental results (simulations/testbeds). It is more academically "dense" than application-focused conferences like APSCON.

Next one:

• May 24-27, 2026 — Lugano, Switzerland

MSWiM

Full Name: ACM International Conference on Modeling, Analysis and Simulation of Wireless and Mobile Systems

Rank: A

Expected Paper Types: Performance evaluation, analytical modeling, and simulation methodologies for wireless systems.

Difficulty to Submit: Medium-High. It requires very strong validation of results, whether through rigorous simulation or analytical proofs. Acceptance is typically around 25%.

Next one:

• October 26–30, 2026 — Paris, France

Journals

IEEE Internet of Things Journal (IoT-J)

• Rank: Q1 (Top Tier), High Impact Factor.
• Expected Paper Content: A comprehensive paper presenting the unified DMX architecture. It should focus on the orchestration of Edge Computing on the data mules—such as data filtering, aggregation, and compression—to maximize the value of information transmitted during short, uncertain connection windows.
• Publication Difficulty: Very High. Requires a perfect balance of novel system architecture and rigorous performance evaluation.

IEEE Transactions on Mobile Computing (TMC)

• Rank: Q1 (CORE Rank A*).
• Expected Paper Content: Ideal for the formal modeling of opportunistic data collection. The submission should focus on the optimization of contact windows when dealing with "uncontrolled" or "imposed" mobility, such as the fixed routes of buses or the orbital paths of satellites. It must include heavy mathematical proof or sophisticated combinatorial optimization.
• Publication Difficulty: Extreme. Demands significant theoretical contributions to the field of mobile networking.

Ad Hoc Networks (Elsevier)

• Rank: Q1.
• Expected Paper Content: Focus on opportunistic routing protocols and the "Store-Carry-and-Forward" paradigm. Specifically, an evaluation of predictive algorithms that analyze signal variations to estimate useful connection durations in contrasting environments, such as dense urban interferences versus open agricultural white zones.
• Publication Difficulty: High. Values robust simulation campaigns (e.g., using OCCIDATA) and digital twin validations.

IEEE Sensors Journal

• Rank: Q1/Q2.
• Expected Paper Content: Focus on energy efficiency and hardware-software integration of sensor nodes. A strong submission would detail the cognitive Multi-RAT selection logic—automatically switching between LoRa, Zigbee, Wi-Fi, 5G, and Bluetooth—and its impact on the battery life of the EcoSense360 platform.
• Publication Difficulty: Medium to High. Great venue to showcase the practical utility and industrial application of WSN research.

Computer Networks (Elsevier)

• Rank: Q1.
• Expected Paper Content: Suitable for work on the Vertical Handover Manager and software protocol stacks. The paper should describe how the system manages heterogeneity across different Radio Access Technologies (Multi-RAT) to ensure resilient data uplink regardless of environmental complexity.
• Publication Difficulty: High. Requires solid experimental data from platforms like autOCampus or neOCampus.

MDPI Drones / Sensors

• Rank: Q2.
• Expected Paper Content: Excellent for "Proof of Concept" papers or specific field-test results. Focus on the deployment and performance of the 6-wheeled mobile robots and drones used as data mules in non-structured, disaster, or agricultural environments.
• Publication Difficulty: Moderate. Fast review process, helpful for hitting milestones within the 36-month CIFRE timeframe.