📌About the event

The IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS) is hosting its premier research showcase for 2026. This competition is designed for graduate students to present their technical research to a global audience of industry experts and academics. The focus is on practical applications of electrical and electronic engineering in industry. This is a high-level academic event where selected students receive significant financial support to attend the conference in person.

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ℹ️ Event Details

• Category: Engineering and Research
• Organizer: IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS)
• Eligibility: Graduate Students (Masters/PhD) who are IEEE members
• Team Size: Individual
• Effort Level: Very High
• Submission Type: 1 page Research Abstract (IEEE Format)

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📅 Important Dates

• Registration/Submission Open: 1 March, 2026
• Application Deadline: 15 May, 2026
• Decision Notification: 30 May, 2026
• Conference Dates: 4–8 October, 2026
• Mode: Offline (Presentation at the Annual Meeting)

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🏆 Prize Details and Value

• Prize Type: Travel Grants and Cash Awards
• Travel Support: Up to $1,500 for overseas students (reimbursement)
• Accommodation: 5 nights of complimentary housing at the conference hotel
• Awards: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place cash prizes for the best posters
• Additional Perks: Networking with top-tier industrial researchers and recruitment teams

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🎯 What You Will Do

• Draft a technical abstract of your original research within the scope of IEEE IAS.
• Submit your abstract along with a recommendation letter from your faculty advisor.
• Design a professional research poster if your abstract is selected.
• Present your work live at the IEEE IAS Annual Meeting to a panel of judges.

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📦 Resources and Support Available

• Template: Official IEEE Word/LaTeX templates for the abstract.
• Mentorship: Access to student-mentorship programs during the conference week.