The IEEE International Symposium on Integrated Circuits and Systems (ISICAS 2026) convenes global experts to present and discuss the latest developments in integrated circuits and systems research.
The symposium will take place from November 22 to 24, 2026, at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia.
Important Dates
Paper submission deadline: April 13, 2026
First review to authors: June 7, 2026
Author resubmission of revised version: August 17, 2026
Final decision: September 14, 2026
Registration Starts: TBA
Conference early-bird registration deadline: August 10, 2026
Conference Date: November 22–24, 2026
About
The IEEE International Symposium on Integrated Circuits and Systems (ISICAS 2026) is a leading global forum for presenting and discussing the latest advances in the theory, design, and applications of integrated circuits and systems. The symposium will take place from November 22 to 24, 2026, at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia.
The program will feature keynote lectures, technical sessions showcasing pioneering research, and live demonstrations of cutting-edge technologies. Participants will also experience KAUST’s dynamic research ecosystem and world-class facilities.
ISICAS 2026 offers a unique opportunity to connect, collaborate, and contribute to the future of integrated circuits and systems.
Accepted papers will be published in Special Issues of:
IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems I: Regular Papers (TCAS-I)
IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems II: Express Briefs (TCAS-II)
IEEE Transactions on Very Large Scale Integration Systems (TVLSI)
IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Circuits and Systems (TBioCAS)
IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems for Artificial Intelligence (TCAS-AI)
IEEE Open Journal of Circuits and Systems (OJCAS)
Submissions
Requirements
Prospective authors are invited to submit full-length papers with a complete description of their integrated circuits and systems implementations and collected measurement results.
All accepted papers will be published in Special Issues of TCAS-I, TCAS-II, TVLSI, TBioCAS, TCAS-AI, and OJCAS shortly after presentation at ISICAS 2026.
In addition to the IEEE ISICAS special section requirements for: TCAS-I • TCAS-II • OJCAS • TVLSI • TCAS-AI • TBioCAS
Submissions should meet the following criteria:
Analog and mixed signal, nonlinear, communications, power, and biomedical circuits must include on-chip implementation and measured silicon results.
Digital circuits and systems and VLSI must include at least FPGA verification.
Extended versions of recently published conference papers with significant additional materials are also welcomed.
To ensure consistency in evaluation, only submissions meeting these requirements will be considered for review.
Paper Preparation and Submission
All submitted manuscripts must conform to the formatting and page limit requirements set by TCAS-I, TCAS-II, TVLSI, TBioCAS, TCAS-AI, and OJCAS.
Authors of accepted manuscripts will be invited to present their work (oral or poster) at the conference, which will be held at KAUST, Saudi Arabia. Prizes will be awarded for the Best Poster and Best Live Demo presentations.
Manuscripts must follow the standard single-spaced, double-column IEEE Transactions format, as specified at the following link: http://ieeeauthorcenter.ieee.org/create-your-ieee-article/use-authoring-tools-and-ieee-article-templates/ieee-article-templates/templates-for-transactions/
Detailed Instructions for Papers Submission
IEEE TCAS-I
Instructions for IEEE TCAS-I authors:
Requirement for IEEE TCAS-I Submission:
Include FPGA-based hardware implementations
IEEE TCAS-II
Instructions for IEEE TCAS-II authors:
IEEE TBioCAS
Requirement for IEEE TBioCAS Submission:
Custom-designed CMOS ICs for biomedical applications and NOT on FPGA/CPU/GPU-based hardware implementations.
Instructions for IEEE TBioCAS authors:
IEEE TVLSI
Instructions for IEEE TVLSI authors:
Requirement for IEEE TVLSI Submission:
TVLSI emphasizes system-level innovations or implications across system, chip, and package levels, as well as HW/SW integration. It focuses on large-scale systems-on-chip (SoCs), FPGA-based designs, 2.5D/3D chiplet-based systems-in-package, system-on-interposer, or multi-die integrations, including die-to-die interfaces. Contributions should address holistic platform design challenges beyond single IC components.
IEEE OJCAS
Instructions for IEEE OJCAS authors:
IEEE TCASAI
Instructions for IEEE TCASAI authors:
Requirement for IEEE TCASAI Submission:
No quantum computing, Include FPGA/CPU/GPU-based hardware implementations.
IMPORTANT
When submitting a paper for ISICAS 2026 (either for TCAS-I, TCAS-II, TBioCAS, TVLSI, OJCAS and TCASAI), please select the option ISICAS 2026 Special Issue.
Plagiarism and Excessive Re-use of Earlier Material
Papers submitted for ISICAS 2026 will be checked for plagiarism and improper re-use of authors’ earlier material using IEEE CrossCheck (click here).
Travel
Venue
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Thuwal, Saudi Arabia
The ISICAS 2026 will be hosted at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), a world-class research university located on Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast.
KAUST is a hub for scientific discovery and innovation, bringing together researchers, engineers, and students from more than 120 nationalities. Established in 2009, the University provides a vibrant and collaborative environment where science and technology drive progress in areas such as energy, water, food, environment, and the digital domain.
The campus features state-of-the-art laboratories, advanced research infrastructure, and award-winning architecture designed to foster creativity and interdisciplinary collaboration. With its unique coastal setting, welcoming international community, convenient on-campus accommodation and dining options, and easy access from King Abdulaziz International Airport, KAUST offers an inspiring environment for innovation and collaboration.
Visa
Saudi Arabia is transforming rapidly through its national vision for innovation and sustainable development. As the Kingdom expands its focus on science, education, and global collaboration, it warmly welcomes international visitors to experience its growing research ecosystem, modern infrastructure, and rich cultural heritage.
eVisa and Eligibility
Visitors from more than 65 countries can easily apply for a Saudi Arabia tourist e-Visa online. Participants holding passports from countries not currently listed may also qualify if they are legal residents of the United States, the United Kingdom, or a Schengen-area country, or if they hold a valid business or tourist visa from one of these regions.
The eVisa is a one-year, multiple-entry visa that allows visitors to stay in the Kingdom for up to 90 days per visit, enabling participation in tourism-related activities, events, and conferences. During their stay, attendees can also enjoy Saudi Arabia’s hospitality, cultural diversity, and stunning natural landscapes.
Attendees are encouraged to review the most up-to-date visa requirements and fees before applying. Participants from countries outside the eligibility list should complete the registration form but wait to pay the registration fee until their visa status is confirmed. For assistance with the visa process, please contact [email].
Saudi Visa Regulations: https://www.visitsaudi.com/en/plan-your-trip/visa-regulations
Apply for Saudi eVisa: https://visa.visitsaudi.com
For visa application purposes, the hotel address is:
Al Khozama KAUST
7729 Bayt Al Hikmah Boulevard
Thuwal 23955, Saudi Arabia
+966 12 5788 100
Accommodation
Prime Accommodations on KAUST campus at Al Khozama Hotel
Prime accommodations for IEEE ISICAS 2026 are at the 5-star Al Khozama Hotel on the KAUST campus. ("Al Khozama" means "desert flower".) Like the registration process, booking at the hotel has a formal second stage for us to verify your campus access. The conference has guaranteed [#] of the hotel's 206 total rooms on this IEEE ISICAS 2026 room block. The guaranteed block requires booking with pre-payment by [date]. Registrants may book at Al Khozama outside of the block with later terms up until its capacity may be reached by other events. The hotel has a mixed gender gym and large outdoor pool.
Transportation
Access to KAUST campus will be coordinated with accepted authors.
Keynotes
We are delighted to announce our distinguished keynote speakers who will be sharing their insights and expertise on the latest trends and developments in the field. Our keynote speakers are:
Biography
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Topic
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Sponsors
Organizers
We would like to convey special thanks to the members of the ISICAS 2026 Organizing Committee for their great efforts.
Registration
Registration for the conference will be open shortly after paper submission acceptance notification. We will offer early-bird discounts for those who register before August 10, 2026. We also offer discounted rates for students and IEEE CAS members.
At least one author of each accepted paper must register for the conference at a full registration rate in order for the author's paper to be presented at the conference and included in the journals.
Each paper must be covered by a FULL registration fee.
Student Registration fees do NOT ensure paper publication.
Each Author Registration is valid for ONE paper submission.
ATTENTION: this account is different from the Account used for the paper submission.
If you need to register several persons, please create an account for each of them.
1 Account = 1 Registration = 1 single Email address.
Each paper must be covered by a FULL registration fee.
Student Registration fees do NOT ensure paper publication.
Each full registration fee can cover 1 paper.