Submit your proposals to TNC27, Europe’s leading conference on advanced networks

The major annual event organised by GÉANT – the pan-European academic network – and one of the world’s leading gatherings of the advanced research and education communities, has opened its call for proposals for talks and parallel sessions for TNC27. Taking place from 7 to 11 June 2027 in Liège, Belgium, this edition of the conference is co-organised by Belnet and Restena, the National Research and Education Networks of Belgium and Luxembourg, respectively. Applications for presentations and side events will remain open until 26 November 2026.

The TNC27 organising committee invites researchers, specialists in advanced technologies, professionals from National Research and Education Networks (NRENs), digital service managers and representatives of international projects to share their experiences, research, innovations and success stories with a global audience.

The priority themes for this edition include artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, sustainability, digital sovereignty, digital infrastructure and services for research, network innovation, digital skills and international cooperation. These thematic areas aim to promote the exchange of knowledge and experiences regarding the challenges and opportunities currently facing the global research and education ecosystem.

In this first phase, the call for proposals is open for the Single Presentation and Side Meeting categories, offering a space to present research findings, innovative projects, lessons learnt and proposals for collaboration that contribute to the development of the international research and education community.

All proposals must be submitted in English and will be assessed by the TNC Programme Committee, which will announce the results in early February 2027. The organisers would like to remind participants that selected activities must take place in person, as remote contributions will not be accepted.

Recognised as Europe’s leading conference on advanced research and education networks, TNC brings together thousands of experts from around the world each year to discuss advanced connectivity, digital infrastructure, scientific collaboration, technological innovation and digital transformation. The event also provides a valuable opportunity to strengthen partnerships, share experiences and generate new international cooperation initiatives.

Those interested can consult the terms and conditions and submit their proposals via the official TNC27 website. Applications for individual presentations and side meetings will remain open until 26 November 2026.

Further information: https://tnc27.geant.org/submit/