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 Scopus Journals (Registration fee: USD60) |
|---|---|
| • Pathway to publication in MMU Press Journals. • Free (No APC)  |
• Publication via Associated Scopus Journals. • APC/Publication fees payable directly to the journal upon acceptance.  |
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 scopus 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 | Associated Scopus Journals |
| Fallback if not published | Not applicable | NexSymp Summit Proceedings (eISBN) |
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Datuk Ts. Dr. Hj. Mohd Rasdi bin Hj. Zaini
Professor/Rector UiTM Melaka
Universiti Teknologi MARA, Melaka
Professor Datuk Ts. Dr. Hj. Mohd Rasdi bin Hj. Zaini is the Rector of Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Melaka and an academic leader in agriculture, plantation management, and agricultural entomology. He holds a PhD in Agriculture Entomology, a Master’s degree in Crop Protection, and a Bachelor’s degree in Plantation Management. His research expertise focuses on insect-pest population ecology, biodiversity of insects, multitrophic systems, and pest management in crops such as brinjal and oil palm. He has held several key leadership positions, including Dean of the Faculty of Plantation and Agrotechnology, Assistant Rector of UiTM Melaka Jasin Campus, Senate Member of UiTM, and Board of Director of Universiti Islam Melaka. He is also a Professional Technologist registered with MBOT and a Fellow of the International Institute of Plantation Management. His academic achievements include numerous research, innovation, publication, and leadership awards, supported by extensive publications and research grants.
Dr Guido Governatori
Professor
School of Engineering and Technology, Central Queensland University, Australia
Prof. Guido Governatori has over 25 years of research experience in Artificial Intelligence. He completed his PhD in Legal Informatics, applying symbolic AI techniques mostly from logic and computer science to the legal domain, specifically for the representation of legal reasoning and business process management. He is the editor-in-chief of the Journal of Computation Law and Legal Technology, and also the editor of the Norms and Agents area of Artificial Intelligence and Law. Prof. Governatori’s research centres on legal informatics and knowledge representation, specifically applying defeasible and deontic logic to model legal reasoning, ensure regulatory compliance in business processes, and evaluate smart contracts within AI and blockchain systems.
Dr.R. Venkatachalam
Professor / Mechanical Engineering
K.S.R. College of Engineering, Anna University, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India.
Dr. R. Venkatachalam is a distinguished academician and researcher serving as Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at K.S.R. College of Engineering. With over 24 years of teaching and research experience, he specializes in Fluid Mechanics and Machinery, Finite Element Analysis, Structural Vibration Analysis, Automotive Engine Testing, and Composite Materials Characterization. He obtained his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Anna University and his M.Tech. in Industrial Tribology from Indian Institute of Technology Madras.
Dr. Venkatachalam has guided several Ph.D. scholars and published numerous research articles in reputed international journals covering advanced topics in vibration analysis, composite materials, thermal engineering, and automotive systems. He has delivered invited talks and keynote lectures at national and international conferences and serves as a reviewer for leading SCI-indexed journals. He is also a Research Fellow at INTI International University and has received accolades including the Best Inspiring Professor Award and Best Faculty Award for his academic and research contributions.
Dates and Registration
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Description |
Deadline |
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Full paper submission deadline |
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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 Scopus Journals | 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)
- Dr.M. Venkatesan (K.S.R.College of Engineering)
- Dr.P. Meenakshi Devi (K.S.R.College of Engineering)
Co-Chairs:
- Prof. Dr. Haw Su Cheng (Multimedia University, Malaysia)
- Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Lilian A/P Anthonysamy (Multimedia University, Malaysia)
- Dr. G.Singaravel (K.S.R.College of Engineering)
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:
- Prof. Dr. Sellappan Palaniappan (HELP Universtiy, Malaysia)
- Prof. Dimitar Borisov (University of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy, Bulgaria)
- Prof. Dr. Heru Agos Santoso (Universitas Dian Nuswantoro, Indonesia)
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Steven Tan Shen Kian (Raffles University, Malaysia)
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alex Tan Wei Kian (Raffles University, Malaysia)
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Maxine Yee Swee Li (University of Nottingham Malaysia, Malaysia)
- Dr. Juaina Binti Ahmad Fadzil (Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and
Technology, Malaysia) - Dr. B. Vanathi (SRM Valliammai Engineering College, India)
- Dr. K. Revathi (SRM Valliammai Engineering College, India)
- Dr. Bui Ngoc Dung (University of Transport and Communications, Vietnam)
- Dr. Pulasthi Gunawardhana (University of Sri Jayewardenepur, Sri Lanka)
- Dr.Kaushik Pal (Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
- Dr. Xiaolei Wang (Aalto University, Finland)
- Dr. G.Singaravel (K.S.R. College of Engineering, India)
- Dr. P. Meenakshi Devi (K.S.R. College of Engineering, India)
- Dr. Ang Ling Weay (Malaysia University of Science and Technology, Malaysia)
- Dr. D. Devaraj (Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education, India)
Collaborators
Symposium (Virtual)
Date: 29th & 30th Sept 2026
Time: 9am – 5pm
For enquiries, please contact the NexSymp Summit 2026 Secretariat.