51st IEEE Conference on Local Computer Networks (LCN)

October 7-9, 2026, Coimbra, Portugal

Scope & Topics

51st IEEE Conference on Local Computer Networks (LCN) is a premier conference covering theoretical and practical aspects of computer networking. LCN provides a highly interactive forum for researchers, users, and product developers to exchange research results, practical experiences, and new ideas in computer networking.

The conference covers a broad range of networking technologies, from network protocols and high-speed networks to the global Internet, sensor networks, artificial intelligence-enabled networking, and emerging networking technologies.

LCN welcomes researchers, academics, students, engineers, industry professionals, and networking practitioners interested in advances in computer networks and related systems.

Topics of Interest include, but are not limited to:

• AI-Enabled Networking and Adaptive Applications
• Cloud, Data Center, and Big Data Networking
• Cognitive Radio and Opportunistic Networking
• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Embedded and IoT Systems
• Digital Twins
• Decentralized Systems and Blockchain Networks
• E-Health Networks
• Smart and Wearable Networks
• Green and Sustainable Networking
• Large Language Models for Networking
• Foundation Models and Agentic AI Applications to Networks
• Mobile and Ubiquitous Networking
• Multimedia Networking
• Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Networks
• Network Management and Reliability
• Network Security and Privacy
• Satellite Communications
• Software Defined Networking
• Network Performance Evaluation and Measurements
• Quantum Communication and Networking
• Vehicular Networking
• Network Protocols and Architectures
• Wireless and Sensor Networks
• Emerging Internet Technologies

Paper Submission

Authors are invited to submit original, previously unpublished research papers that are not currently under review by another conference, workshop, or journal.

Papers must be submitted electronically through EDAS in PDF format using US-Letter size, with all fonts embedded. Authors should use the IEEE conference paper templates when preparing their submissions.

Full Regular Papers may contain a maximum of 8 camera-ready pages plus references and appendices, using 10-point IEEE format. Full papers should present novel perspectives and significant contributions within the general scope of the conference.

Short Papers may contain a maximum of 6 camera-ready pages plus references and appendices, using 10-point IEEE format. Short papers provide an opportunity to present preliminary or interim results on emerging and important networking topics.

The LCN Conference uses a double-blind review process. Accepted papers are published in the IEEE LCN Proceedings or IEEE LCN Companion Proceedings, subject to the applicable publication and presentation requirements.

Conference Program

The LCN technical program includes research presentations covering a wide range of computer networking topics, including AI-enabled networking, IoT and cyber-physical systems, cloud and data-center networking, network security and privacy, software-defined networking, mobile networking, quantum networking, satellite communications, and emerging Internet technologies.

The conference also includes special tracks, demonstrations, keynote presentations, and opportunities for researchers and industry professionals to exchange ideas and discuss emerging developments in networking.

LCN supports both in-person participation and a remote presentation option for eligible authors.

Important Dates

Paper Registration	:	May 4, 2026
Paper Submission	:	May 4, 2026
Paper Acceptance Notification	:	June 29, 2026
Final Paper Due	:	July 27, 2026
Conference Date	:	October 7-9, 2026

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