Graduate

Colloquium

Calling All PhD, MPhil, and MSc Students in Computing!

Are you eager to present your research and receive invaluable feedback from leading experts in the field? The ICARC 2025 Graduate Colloquium offers a supportive and engaging platform specifically designed for early-career researchers in computing.
Join us at ICARC 2025 to showcase your dissertation work, connect with distinguished senior researchers, and gain fresh perspectives on your research and career path!

Why Attend?

• Receive Valuable Feedback:
  Refine your research direction with constructive insights from leading academics in computing.
• Mentorship and Guidance:
  Connect with senior researchers who will provide personalized advice on your research and career trajectory.
• Community Building:
  Become part of a welcoming community that fosters connections between early-career and established researchers.
• Career Advancement:
  Gain exposure to the latest developments in computing and enhance your academic and professional profile.

What to Expect?

• Student Presentations:
  Share your research with peers and receive feedback from a panel of senior researchers in a supportive environment.
• Expert Panel Discussions:
  Engage with distinguished leaders in computing who will provide guidance and mentorship.
• Roundtable Sessions:
  Participate in informal discussions to gain broader perspectives and career advice.
• Networking Opportunities:
  Build connections with early-career researchers and established experts in the field.
• Inclusive Atmosphere:
  The colloquium strongly commits to diversity, welcoming participants from all geographical regions and research groups.

Eligibility Criteria

The Graduate Colloquium is open to all PhD, MPhil, and MSc students working in any area of computing, regardless of whether they are presenting at the main ICARC 2025 conference. This colloquium is designed to support students working on their dissertation research. Only doctoral, MPhil, and master's students who have not yet defended their dissertations are eligible to apply.

Research Areas

All research topics suitable for the main ICARC 2025 program, associated workshops, and symposia are welcome.

Registration

Accepted participants must register for the Graduate Colloquium and the registration fee will be as follows. If a student has already registered as a presenter or attendee, participation in the colloquium is free of charge, but confirmation via email to the conference secretariat is required.

	Local	International
Online Participants	Rs. 2000	$50
Physical Participants	Rs. 4000	$60

The Event

As part of the ICARC 2025 Graduate Colloquium, selected participants will have the opportunity to present their research in the form of an Oral Presentation. The event will be held in hybrid mode.

Publication and Best Presentation Award

Best presentation award will be given to the author who presents the most innovative ideas and efforts at the Colloquium.

How to Submit

To participate in the ICARC 2025 Graduate Colloquium, submit an abstract, an extended abstract, and a short bio to the CMT system.
In the CMT select the “Graduate Colloquium” as your track.

Download the relevant documents:

Timeline:

Paper Submission Open:	30 th September 2024
Paper Submission Deadline	15 th November 2024	Deadline Extended! 30 th November 2024
Paper Acceptance Notification	31 st December 2024
Camera Ready Submission Deadline	15 th January 2025
Early Bird Registration Open	15 th January 2025
Early Bird Registration Deadline	01 st February 2025
Regular Registration Deadline	15 th February 2025
Colloquium Date	20 th February 2025

Contact Information:

For any questions or additional information, please contact:

Colloquium Chair: Dr. R.A.H.M. Rupasingha
Email: [email protected]