Major International Academic Collaboration
The 23rd IEEE International Multi-Conference on Signals, Systems, and Devices (IEEE-SSD 2026) took place in Catania, Italy, from March 29 to April 2, 2026. Tishk International University served as a co-organizer and sponsor of this prestigious global event.
Collaborative Organization
The conference was jointly organized by:
| Institution | Country |
|---|---|
| University of Sfax | Tunisia |
| Philadelphia University | Jordan |
| Chemnitz University of Technology | Germany |
| Leipzig University of Applied Sciences | Germany |
| University of Catania | Italy |
Technical sponsorship was provided by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) .
Additional sponsors included:
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American International University (Kuwait)
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King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (Saudi Arabia)
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South Mediterranean University (Tunisia)
Conference Scope and Topics
Researchers and experts in the following fields presented their work:
| Topic Area | Focus |
|---|---|
| Systems, Automation, and Control (SAC) | Control systems and automation technologies |
| Power Engineering and Smart Energy (PSE) | Energy systems and renewable technologies |
| Communications, Signal Processing, and IT (CSP) | Telecommunications and data processing |
| Sensors, Circuits, and Instruments (SCI) | Sensor technologies and instrumentation |
Conference Statistics
| Metric | Number |
|---|---|
| Keynote speeches | 12 |
| Research papers presented | 222 |
| Researchers from | 39 countries |
| Total researchers | 893 |
TIU Representation
Tishk International University’s team included:
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Prof. Dr. Qasim Musa Al-Obaidi
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Dr. Ezideen Hasso
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Dr. Wasfi Kahwachi
Prof. Dr. Qasim Musa Al-Obaidi, SSD2026 Conference Chair, delivered a speech during the opening session, highlighting the university’s continued involvement in organizing and financing international conferences both inside and outside the Kurdistan Region.
Social and Networking Events
TIU representatives participated in several social events, including:
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Historical site tours
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A trip to Mount Etna in Catania
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The conference gala dinner
SSD-PhD3M Competition
Tishk International University was a major organizer and supporter of the SSD-PhD3M competition for doctoral projects, in which researchers from eight different nations submitted thirteen projects. Following a three-minute presentation of each project, three winners were selected.
Future Conference
The next edition of this conference (SSD2027) will take place in Tunisia in March 2027.
Keywords: IEEE-SSD 2026, International Conference, Catania Italy, Signals Systems and Devices, Tishk International University, IEEE Sponsorship, Doctoral Competition, Academic Collaboration, Mount Etna, SSD2027 Tunisia
