Call for Abstract
The 2026 Conference on Complex Systems will be held in Binghamton, New York, USA. Binghamton has a long history of creativity and innovation. The Greater Binghamton area has historically been called "the Valley of Opportunity" and attracted many immigrants (especially from Europe) since the mid-1800s, which has made the region's rich and diverse culture and demographics. It is the birthplace of IBM (International Business Machines), Link Flight Simulator, McIntosh Laboratory, and a number of other pioneering ventures, fostering a spirit of ingenuity that continues to thrive.
Located at the confluence of the Susquehanna river (one of the oldest rivers in the world) and the Chenango river, the region boasts stunning natural beauty and offers ample opportunities for outdoor recreation, from hiking and biking to fishing and kayaking. In particular, in mid-October when CCS 2026 is held, the Binghamton area will showcase its renowned and breathtaking fall foliage. Furthermore, a vibrant arts and culture scene flourishes here, with numerous galleries, theaters, and music venues providing enriching experiences.
CCS 2026 (CCS 2026: The 2026 Conference on Complex Systems @ Binghamton, NY, USA) will be held primarily in person on the main campus at Binghamton University, with an online participation option via Zoom.
We call for submissions of abstracts for oral and poster presentations on a wide variety of complex systems research. Relevant topics include (but are not limited to):
Theoretical foundations of complex systems
Nonlinear dynamics and chaos
Systems theory, information theory, and systems science
Game theory, decision theory, and socio-economical applications
Self-organization, pattern formation, and collective behavior
Structure and dynamics of complex networks
Sustainability and adaptability of complex systems
Bio-inspired systems, machine learning, and evolutionary computation
Data-driven approaches to complex systems
Applications to the humanities, art, and literature
Historical and philosophical aspects of complex systems
Complex systems and education
Submissions should be made via EasyChair https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=ccs2026 as a single PDF file in extended abstract format (1 page, including one mandatory figure).
Important Dates
Abstract submission open: February 10, 2026
Registration open: March 1, 2026
Abstract submission deadline: May 1, 2026
Abstract notification to authors: June 1, 2026
Early-bird registration deadline: August 20, 2026
Presenter registration final deadline: September 20, 2026
yrCSS Warm-up events: October 9-10, 2026
Main conference: October 12-16, 2026
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Rory Eckardt, PhD
Professor of Strategy
School of Management
Binghamton University
tel. (607) 777-3437
reckardt@binghamton.edu------------------------------