CNGC 2026
International Conference on Computer Science and
Artificial Intelligence Engineering
University of Science and Technology of Oran Mohamed Boudiaf
(USTO MB), Oran, Algeria
Hybrid Conference
SIMPA Laboratory
December 14-16, 2026
Honorary Chairs
– Professor Emeritus Ahmed Hamou : Rector of the University of USTO-MB
– Professor Mounir Tlemçani : Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science, USTO-MB
Conference chair
Professor Nacéra Benamrane : Director of the SIMPA Laboratory, USTO-MB
Presentation
The conference on Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Engineering (CSAIE’26) is an international
event dedicated to advancing knowledge, collaboration, and innovation in the fields of Computer Science and
Artificial Intelligence Engineering.
Organized by the SIMPA Laboratory of the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science at USTO-MB,
Algeria, CSAIE’26 aims to bring together researchers, academics, PhD students, and industry professionals from
around the world to present and discuss cutting-edge research, emerging technologies, and innovative
applications.
The conference will provide an excellent opportunity for participants to exchange ideas, establish collaborations,
and explore future research directions in rapidly evolving domains of computer science and artificial
intelligence.
CSAIE’26, will be held on hybrid mode for attendees worldwide, taking place in Oran, Algeria, from 14 to 16
December 2026.
Topics of interest
Authors are invited to submit original contributions related, but not limited, to the following topics:
- Track 1: Artificial Intelligence
– Knowledge Representation and Automated Reasoning
– Constraint Satisfaction and Optimization
– Classical and Advanced Optimization Methods (Exact, Heuristic, and Metaheuristic)
– Simulation–Optimization Coupling
– Machine Learning and Deep Learning
– Generative AI and Foundation Models
– Explainable AI and Decision Support Systems
– Intelligent Information Systems
– Computer Vision and Image Analysis
– Natural Language Processing and Conversational Systems
-Speech and Audio Processing
-Biomedical Imaging, Image Processing, and Visualization
– AI for Medical, Industrial, and Satellite Imaging
– Algorithms, Models, Software, and Tools in Bioinformatics
– Robotics and Autonomous Systems
– Soft Computing (Neural Networks, Fuzzy Systems, Evolutionary Computing)
– Deepfakes, Misinformation, and Multimedia Forensics
– Ethical, Responsible, and Trustworthy AI
– AI for Industry 4.0
– AI for Smart Cities
– AI for Agriculture and Smart Farming
- Track 2: Data Science and Engineering
– Big Data Analytics, Storage, and Scalability
– Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery
– Knowledge Extraction and Pattern Mining
– Statistical Learning and Predictive Analytics
– Semantic Web and Knowledge Graphs
– Web Search and Recommendation Systems
– Databases and Data Engineering
– Multimedia Systems and Services
– Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Spatial Data Analytics
– Enterprise Information Systems and E-Government
– Smart Systems and Intelligent Environments
– Data Governance, Privacy, and Security
– Information Technologies in Disaster Management
– Information Technology Management
– Computer Science Education
– Recent Trends in Information Technology
– Software Engineering
– Game and Software Engineering
– Programming Languages and Compiler Design
– Theoretical Computer Science
- Track 3: Networks and Distributed Systems
–Wireless and Mobile Communication Systems
– Networking and Communications
– Internet of Things (IoT)
– Mobile and Ubiquitous Computing
– Network Virtualization (SDN/NFV)
– Distributed and Parallel Systems
– Distributed Architectures and Task Scheduling
– Edge, Fog, Cloud, and Grid Computing
– Blockchain Technologies and Applications
– Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Information Assurance
-Fault Tolerance and Reliability
– Network Modeling, Simulation, and Performance Analysis
– Green and Sustainable Computing
– Computer Architecture and Real-Time Systems
– Embedded Systems and Software
Paper Submission
Authors are invited to submit original and high-quality research papers written in English.
Submitted papers must:
– Present original work not previously published or simultaneously submitted elsewhere.
– Follow the official IEEE conference paper format.
– Be submitted in PDF format.
– Not exceed 8 pages, including references, figures, and tables.
– Clearly state objectives, methodology, results, and contributions.
Submission link: To be announced.
Conference templates:
– Word version: download
– LaTeX version: download
Publication
All submitted papers will undergo a rigorous peer-review process and will be evaluated by at least three
independent reviewers based on originality, technical quality, relevance, and presentation.
Accepted papers will be submitted for possible inclusion in IEEE Xplore, subject to meeting IEEE
Xplore’s scope and quality requirements.
Only papers that fall strictly within IEEE’s technical scope are eligible for Xplore publication.
Keynote Speakers
Distinguished keynote speakers from leading international universities, research institutes, and industry will be
announced soon.
Important Dates
Regular paper Submission Deadline :
July 30, 2026
Acceptance Notification :
October 11, 2026
Camera-Ready Submission and Registration Due Date :
November 02, 2026
Conference Dates :
December 14-16, 2026
Contact
- Email: csaie2026@univ-usto.dz
- Website: https://www.univ-usto.dz/CSAIE26/
Acknowledgement
The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service
was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well
as for software development and support.
committees
Program Committee chairs
Organizing Committee
- Prof Nacéra Benamrane, SIMPA Lab, USTO-MB, Algeria
- Prof Salima Benbernou, University Paris Cité, Paris, France
- Prof Larabi Boubchir, University of Paris 8, France
- Prof Zoulikha Mekkakia Maaza, SIMPA Lab, USTO-MB, Algeria
Membres
- Kamel Adi, University of Quebec in Outaouais, Canada
- Rachid Anane, Coventry University, UK
- Nauman Aslam, University of Northumbria, UK
- Mohamed Baghdadi, University of Tiaret, Algeria
- Khalid Benabdeslem, University of Lyon, France
- Boualem Benattalah, Dublin, City University, Ireland
- Mourtada Benazouz, University of Tlemcen, Algeria
- Abderrahmane Bendahmane, SIMPA Lab, USTO-MB, Algeria
- Fatima Bendella, SIMPA Lab, USTO-MB, Algeria
- Khaled Belkadi, SIMPA Lab, USTO-MB, Algeria
- Khedidja Belkharroubi, Univ-Oran1, Oran, Algeria
- Abderrahim Belmadani, USTO-MB, Algeria
- Kamel Beloutata, University of Sidi Bel Abbes, Algeria
- Nasreddine Berrached, USTO-MB, Algeria
- Mohamed Ben Slima, Ecole Nationale d’Electronique et Télécommunications de Sfax, Tunisia
- Mounir Boukadoum, University of Quebec, Montreal, Canada
- Mohammed Amine Chikh, University of Tlemcen, Algeria
- Zakaria Elberrichi, University of Sidi Bel Abbes, Algeria
- Hadria Fizazi, SIMPA lab, USTO-MB, Algeria
- Zahia Guessoum, University of Reims, France
- Fathi Kallel, University of Sfax, Tunisia
- Bouabdellah Kechar Univ-Oran1, Oran, Algeria
- Tahar Kechadi, University College Dublin, Ireland
- Said Khelifa, SIMPA Lab, USTO-MB, Algeria
- Ali Kies, SIMPA Lab, USTO-MB, Algeria
- Houda Labiod, Institut des Mines Télécom, Paris, France
- Mustapha Lebbah, Paris Saclay University, France
- Mohamed Lehsaini, University of Tlemcen, Algeria
- Boudjellal Meftah, University of Mascara, Algeria
- Abdallah Moussaoui, University of Setif, Algeria
- Safia Nait Bahloul, Univ-Oran1, Oran, Algeria
- Nabil Neggaz, SIMPA Lab, USTO-MB, Algeria
- Mohammed Ouali, Adrian College, USA
- Sonia Radjef, SIMPA Lab, USTO-MB, Algeria
- Lakhdar Sais, University of Artois, France
- Ghassan Samara, Zarqa University, Jordan
- Hachem Slimani, University of Béjaïa, Algeria
- Mustapha Si Tayeb, SIMPA Lab, USTO-MB
- Abdelmalik Taleb-Ahmed, Université Polytechnique Hauts-de-France, France
- Abdelkrim Tari, ESTIN, Béjaïa, Algeria
- Mahmoud Zennaki, SIMPA Lab, USTO-MB, Algeria
Chair:
- Nacéra Benamrane, Director of the SIMPA Laboratory, USTO-MB
Co-chairs:
- Abderrahmane Bendahmane, SIMPA Lab, USTO-MB
- Mahmoud Zennaki, SIMPA Lab, USTO-MB
Membres :
- Emdjed Alnafie
- Ibtissem Bekkouche
- Wafaa Rajaa Drioua
- Sid Ahmed El Hannachi
- Bouchiba Guelta
- Said Khelifa
- Fatima Zohra Mostefa
- Asmaa Ourdighi
- Sadika Selka
- Mustapha Si Tayeb