



Conference Overview
Cyberworlds 2026 is organised and hosted by the University of Bradford, UK and will be run in both in-person and hybrid mode.
Keeping with the tradition of the past 23 years, CW26 brings together researchers, artists, and industry builders to explore the next generation of intelligent virtual environments.
The conference focuses on artificial intelligence, immersive interaction, visual computing, intelligent agents, cybersecurity, emerging quantum computing, and their societal impact on cyberworlds. Participants will engage with technical papers, invited keynotes, poster presentations, as well as hands-on demos showcasing the state of the art in the field.
CW26 is hosted in Bradford, UK. Bradford is a dynamic and creative city in West Yorkshire, known for its growing digital, cultural, and creative ecosystem. With a strong sense of place and ambition, Bradford was proud to be nominated as the UK City of Culture 2025, reflecting its vibrant communities and cultural momentum. Participants in the conference should expect focused tracks, an industry forum, and strong opportunities for collaboration.
Conference Tracks
AI & Machine Learning
Intelligent systems and adaptive models for next-generation cyberworld applications.
Virtual & Augmented Reality
Immersive displays, interaction techniques, and experience design.
Visual & Interactive Computing
Visualisation, rendering, and real-time interactive computational systems.
Cognitive & Human Machine Interaction
Human-centred design, cognition-aware systems, and inclusive interaction.
Cybersecurity for Cyberworlds
Secure-by-design approaches for trust, privacy, and safe digital ecosystems.
Quantum Computing for Cyberworlds
Emerging quantum methods and applications relevant to cyberworld research.
Important Dates
Plan your submissions and travel.
3 April 2026, Friday
Submission opening
Submission system opens for full, short, and poster papers.
12 June 2026, Friday
Submission closing
Final deadline for all paper submissions.
7 August 2026, Friday
Paper notification
Authors receive paper decisions.
11 September 2026, Friday
Camera-ready paper submission deadline
Final camera-ready papers must be submitted.
11 September 2026, Friday
Author registration deadline
At least one author must complete registration.
15-17th December 2026
Conference
Cyberworlds 2026 takes place in Bradford, UK.
