Types of Submissions

  • Abstracts: Abstract should not have more than 600 words.
  • Extended Abstract: The extended abstract should not exceed 2 pages (including introduction, body of knowledge and conclusion, supported by not more than 10 references).
  • Full Paper: You are allowed a total of 6 pages for your paper (including all figures, tables, and references). If you are planning to submit a Full Paper, you do not need to submit an Extended Abstract.
  • Student Papers: Research done by students in any of the topic areas listed above, or related areas. A total of 3 to 4 pages for a student paper including all figures, tables, and references.
  • Posters: The poster can be presented either in Microsoft Power Point (not more than 20 slides) or as A0 paper size (1189 x 841 mm). In addition to the poster’s display, authors must submit their posters in the form of an extended abstract (should not exceed 2 pages) that will be included in the conference proceedings. The posters’ display will run throughout the duration of the conference.
  • Panel Discussion: Proposals from those who would like to facilitate a panel discussion are welcomed. The proposals may address any of the topics falling within the scope of the conference themes. Panel Discussions provide an opportunity for public discussion amongst a selected group of panellists. Central to the success of a panel discussion is the choice of a good topic as the focus for discussion and panellists who bring differing perspectives and are confident in making clear arguments in a live situation. Panels should comprise of three to five scholars who present their arguments; a discussant offers critical comment on the arguments made and the discussion is opened up to the participating audience. The proposal must include:
    • Title,
    • Panel Chair(s) (if necessary),
    • Speakers Name,
    • Affiliation and Email,
    • Scope,
    • Objective and motivation.

    The WCICSS-2025 will set aside space for those who wish to pursue discussion of a particular topic or issue. Interested individuals should submit a proposal not more than 400 words, on or before the 1st of March, 2025. In addition, the proposal should indicate the duration of the panel discussion (preferred duration is 1 hour 20 minutes). All accepted Panel Discussion proposal will be published in the Conference Proceedings. If you are interested in organising Panel Discussion for the WCICSS-2025, please email your proposal to the pandis@wcicss.org. Submissions should be in MS Word format.

  • Virtual Presentation (Video Conferencing): We understand that some presenters will not be able to make the trip to Oxford to present their research work mainly due to financial and/or political restrictions on travel. WCICSS-2025 has therefore instituted a virtual presentation system to allow the authors of accepted abstracts the same publication opportunities as regular presenters. A research works submitted without the participant attending the conference in person, but presented via video conferencing are refereed and published (if accepted) in the conference proceedings.

WCICSS-2025 Submission System

    Alternatively, you can forward your submission to papers@wcicss.org

    Submission Dates

    Abstract Submission DateFebruary 24, 2025
    Notification of Abstract Acceptance/RejectionFebruary 28, 2025
    Extended Abstract/Paper Submission DateMarch 1, 2025
    Notification of Extended Abstract/Paper Acceptance/RejectionMarch 15, 2025
    Camera ReadyJune 1, 2025

    Format of Presentations

    • Sessions will consist of three to four presentations in a 60 minute session. The session will be divided equally between the presenters.

    • Workshop presentations will be given a full 60 minute session.

    • Panel sessions will provide an opportunity for three or more presenters to speak in a more open and conversational setting with conference attendees. Submissions for these 90 minute sessions should include the name, department, affiliation, and email address of each panellist in addition to a description of the presentation and the title page.