Call for Papers

Abstract

Submission Portal

We are welcoming your abstract submission. Please submit via this link, latest by July 8, 2026. (Note: Corresponding co-author will need to create an account at “Oxford Abstract website“).

OVERVIEW

 

We are excited to announce the Open Innovation Conference 2026, an international forum dedicated to advancing sustainable innovation through global collaboration. This year’s theme, “Reshaping the AI-Powered Economy,” highlights the transformative role of open innovation in addressing real-world challenges. We welcome scientists, researchers, and innovators to share their latest discoveries, showcase practical solutions, and contribute to building a smarter, more sustainable future.

Important Dates

 

  • Abstract Submission Deadline: July 8, 2026
  • Abstract Notification of Acceptance: July 15, 2026
  • Full Paper Submission Deadline: September 8, 2026
  • Full Paper Notification of Acceptance: October 8, 2026
  • Camera-ready Papers Submission Deadline: October 15, 2026
  • Early Bird Registration Deadline: October 15, 2026
  • Registration Deadline: November 15, 2026 
  • Conference Dates: December 2–3, 2026 

Submission Guidelines

 

To ensure a high-quality conference, we invite submissions of original, unpublished work. Detailed submission guidelines, including format and length, can be found on our submission guidelines page. All submissions will undergo a rigorous peer-review process.

Types of Submissions

 

The conference proceedings accept the following types of articles:

  • Research Articles, Case Studies, Policy Reviews: Up to 8,000 words (including references and appendices)
  • Short Papers: 2,000 – 4,000 words (including references and appendices)
  • Posters: Up to 1,000 words (including references and appendices)

The conference runs two publication tracks, authors may submit to either:

  • Conference Track: for which the proceedings will be published as a volume of the Proceedings of International Conference on Open Innovation with ISBN.
  • Journal Track: for which accepted papers will appear in a special issue of a prestigious journal.

OPEN INNOVATION CONFERENCE 2026 MAIN TRACKS

OIC 2026 invites scholars, innovators, industry leaders, policymakers and practitioners to contribute to a forward-looking conversation on how artificial intelligence and strategic technologies are reshaping economies, industries and societies.

The conference tracks are organized into two complementary pillars. The first pillar focuses on the economic, social, policy and service transformations enabled by AI. The second pillar highlights strategic science and technology domains that are critical for productivity growth, technological sovereignty, sustainable development and national competitiveness.

Please find details about conference tracks here.

Why Submit?

 

Publication Opportunities: Selected papers will be included in the Open Innovation Conference Proceedings with ISBN and may be considered for publication in a Special Issue of Asia & the Pacific Policy Studies, subject to peer review.

Awards: Showcase your work and win the Best Paper, Best Case, and Best Poster Awards.

Networking: Engage with a diverse community of experts, including academics, industry professionals, and policymakers. Build connections that can lead to collaborative research, funding opportunities, and career advancements.

Contact us

If you have any question or need any assistance regarding paper submission and the process please feel free to contact us via:

Ms. Huong-Ly, Do
Email: [email protected]