NexSymp Summit 2026, organized by MMU Press, is a premier virtual symposium showcasing cutting-edge research in Artificial Intelligence (AI), innovation, and interdisciplinary applications driving a sustainable and intelligent future.
The symposium provides a platform for academics, researchers, industry professionals, policymakers, and students worldwide to:
- Present original research and technological innovations
- Exchange ideas across academia, industry, and government
- Foster interdisciplinary collaboration
- Engage with emerging trends shaping AI, innovation and digital transformation
Building on the success of NexSymp 2025, the 2026 edition introduces multiple publication tracks, providing opportunities for journal consideration or symposium proceedings publication.
The symposium will also feature the launch of selected MMU Press books, showcasing the university’s latest scholarly contributions.
Submission and Publication
| Track 1: MMU Press Journals (Registration fee: Free) |
Track 2: Associated Journals (Scopus) (Registration fee: USD60) |
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| • Pathway to publication in MMU Press journals. • Free (No APC)
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• Publication via external partner Scopus journals. • APC/Publication fees payable directly to the journal upon acceptance.
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Publication Notes
- All submissions are subject to peer review and editorial decision.
- Acceptance for presentation does not guarantee final journal publication as it is subject to authors completing all required revisions and editorial requirements.
- Final publication decisions rest with the respective journal editors.
- APC/Publication fees (if applicable) is separate from the registration fee and payable directly by the authors to the respective journal upon acceptance.
- Important: While Track 2 provides access to journals that are currently Scopus-indexed, Scopus indexing is not guaranteed by NexSymp Summit 2026 or MMU Press. Indexing status is determined solely by the respective journals and indexing bodies, and may change at any time. Authors are advised to verify a journal’s current indexing status independently before submission.
- Papers not selected for associated journals may be considered for NexSymp Summit Proceedings (eISBN) published by MMU Press, subject to editorial review and quality requirements.
| Track 1 | Track 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Registration fee | Free | USD 60 |
| APC/ Publication fees | None | May apply (payable to the journal) |
| Submission system | Direct submission to MMU Press journals (OJS) | CMT |
| Publication scope | MMU Press journals | External partner journals |
| Fallback if not published | Not applicable | NexSymp Summit Proceedings (eISBN) |
Dates and Registration
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Description |
Deadline |
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Full paper submission deadline |
1 June 2026 |
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Paper acceptance notification |
15 August 2026 |
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Camera ready submission |
24 August 2026 |
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Registration deadline |
24 August 2026 |
| Conference date |
29-30 September 2026 |
PAYMENT METHODS
Online Payment [link to Cynergy payment gateway]
If you are from a collaborator institution and are eligible for an additional discount, please contact your institution’s PIC or our team to obtain a discount coupon for online payment.
Bank Transfer
- Account Name: Unitele Multimedia Sdn. Bhd.
- Bank: CIMB Islamic Bank Berhad
- Account No.: 86-0090180-2
- SWIFT Code: CTBBMYKL
Note: Please include your paper ID and name as reference.
REGISTRATION FEES
Registration and presentation at NexSymp Summit 2026 are required for all accepted papers to proceed with publication consideration.
Fee Structure
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Tracks |
Registration Fees (excl. APCs) |
| Track 1: MMU Press Journals | Free |
| Track 2: Associated Journals (Scopus) | USD 60 |
What the Registration Fee Covers
- Conference participation
- Presentation of accepted paper
- Access to the selected submission tracks
Important Fee Notes
- Registration fee covers symposium participation only.
- APC/Publication fees (if applicable) is separate from the registration fee and payable directly by the authors to the respective journal upon acceptance.
- Each accepted paper requires at least one registered author.
- Non-registration or non-presentation may result in withdrawal from publication consideration.
Committee
Chair: Prof. Dr. Tan Siow Hooi (Multimedia University, Malaysia)
Co-Chairs:
1) Prof. Dr. Haw Su Cheng (Multimedia University, Malaysia)
2) Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Lilian A/P Anthonysamy (Multimedia University, Malaysia)
Secretary: Ms. Nurul Izzati (Multimedia University, Malaysia)
Programme Chair: Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr. Lee Lini (Multimedia University, Malaysia)
Logistics & Local Arrangement Chairs: Mdm. Helen Nonis & Pn. Norhazlin binti Rohid (Multimedia University, Malaysia)
Website Chair: Dr. Muhammad Afif Bin Mohd Fathullah & Mdm Intan Suraya binti Zainol (Multimedia University, Malaysia)
Publicity & Social Media Chairs: Mdm Syaza Raiha (Multimedia University, Malaysia)
Collaboration Chairs: Coming Soon
Technical Programme Chairs:
Coming Soon
Symposium (Virtual)
Date: 29th & 30th Sept 2026
Time: 9am – 5pm
For enquiries, please contact the NexSymp Summit 2026 Secretariat.