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1st ISPRS SC Virtual Symposium 2026 – Call for Abstracts
The International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing Student Consortium (SC) is pleased to announce the 1st ISPRS SC Virtual Symposium 2026, the inaugural virtual symposium dedicated to Students of ISPRS SC Student Chapters.
Under the theme “Empowering the Next Generation of Geospatial Professionals”, the symposium aims to provide an international platform for students, researchers, and early-career professionals to present their research, exchange ideas, and strengthen collaboration across the global geospatial community.
The event welcomes contributions related to photogrammetry, remote sensing, spatial information science, geodesy, surveying, cartography, environmental monitoring, Earth sciences, engineering applications, and other related disciplines within the scientific scope of ISPRS.
Participation in the symposium is free of charge, and accepted abstracts will be published online in our Official Newsletter.
Important Dates
- Abstract Submission Deadline: 26 May 2026
- Acceptance Notification: 2 June 2026
- Registration Deadline: 10 June 2026
- Symposium Date: 15 June 2026
The symposium will also serve as a valuable opportunity for students preparing for upcoming ISPRS congresses and scientific presentations.
Topics of Interest
We invite abstract submissions covering all scientific and technical areas related to the interests of ISPRS, including but not limited to:
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Photogrammetry
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Remote Sensing
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Spatial Information Systems (GIS)
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Cartography
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Geodesy and Surveying
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Earth and Environmental Sciences
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Engineering Applications
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Environmental Monitoring and Protection
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Geospatial Data Science and Emerging Technologies
Students of student Chapters are encouraged to indicate their topic preferences or areas of interest based on expected participation. Add name of your student chapters after your name [e.g. Laxmi Thapa - ISPRS SC........ student chapters].
Registration
Participation in the symposium is free of charge.
Submission Guidelines
Format
Submissions must:
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Be written in English
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Follow the official ISPRS template
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Be submitted as an abstract with references (maximum 2 pages)
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Include:
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Title
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Author(s)
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Affiliation(s)
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Main abstract text
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Optional figures/tables
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3–5 keywords
Submission Platform
All abstracts must be submitted electronically via EasyChair.
EasyChair Submission Process
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Create an account on the EasyChair conference system (if you do not already have one).
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Select “Make a Submission.”
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Enter the required author information, title, and abstract details.
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Upload the abstract in PDF format following the submission guidelines.
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Complete the process by clicking “Submit.”
Publication
Authors will be notified of the review outcome via email. The accepted abstract will be published in the upcoming issue of the newsletter. At least one listed author must present the accepted work during the symposium.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact:
ISPRS Student Consortium
c/o ISPRS SC President
Email: sc@isprs.org
Saicharan Vasala
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
