INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE

Smart Technologies and Reliable Systems

Hybrid Conference
28-29 October 2025

With the Theme:

Driving the Future with Intelligent and Resilient Technologies.

About

International Conference on Smart Technologies and Reliable Systems (SmarTRS) is a premier hybrid conference dedicated to fostering innovation and collaboration in the fields of smart technologies, blockchain, and reliable systems. The conference aims to bring together researchers, academics, industry professionals, and students to discuss the latest advancements, share research findings, and explore potential applications.

SmarTRS will provide a platform for interdisciplinary collaboration, enabling researchers to connect with industry experts and explore real-world challenges. Through keynote speeches, panel discussions, and technical presentations, the conference will highlight groundbreaking research and emerging trends in areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, data engineering, cybersecurity, blockchain, cloud computing, and the internet of things.

Conference Initiatives
  • To bridge the gap between academia and industry by fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange

  • To provide a platform for researchers to present their work and receive valuable feedback.

  • To showcase the latest advancements in smart technologies and reliable systems.

  • To inspire innovation and drive real-world applications.






     

Important Dates
Call For Paper
Smart Technologies and Reliable Systems (SmarTRS2025) provides an in-depth exploration of the transformative potential of cutting-edge technologies and the essential role of reliability in modern system design. SmarTRS 2025 is covering a wide range of topics, including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, data engineering, analytics, cybersecurity, blockchain, cloud computing, and the Internet of Things (IoT). The conference is organized by Najran University (SA), University of Technology and Applied Sciences (Oman), and The Portsmouth University (UK) and will be a hybrid conference, hosted at Najran University- Saudi Arabia. We invite original research papers, case studies, and technical demonstrations on a wide range of topics related to smart technologies and reliable systems. We welcome submissions from both academia and industry to contribute to SmarTRS 2025 and share the valuable experiences with the scientists and scholars around the world.
Conference Topics
  • Artificial intelligence and machine learning
  • Data engineering and analytics
  • Cybersecurity and privacy
  • Blockchain technology and applications
  • Cloud computing and distributed systems
  • Internet of Things (IoT) and smart devices
  • Reliable systems and fault tolerance
  • Emerging technologies and trends
  • Smart Industrial Systems
  • Green Technology and Healthcare

The conference proceedings will be published in the Springer Book Series: "Lecture Notes on Data Engineering and Communications Technologies." All papers must meet high-quality standards to be considered by Springer and included in the proceedings. Indexing: SCOPUS, INSPEC, EI Compendex.

Each registered paper will get ONE FREE ACCESS to EC-COUNCEL's Cybersecurity online cources on ECL Platform* Plus compleete access to ECL Platform(700+ courceses, 1000+ labs, 100+ CTF) at 50% discount.

Submission Guidlines
Authors are invited to submit their research papers and follow Springer formatting guidelines. All submissions must be in English, preferred full papers of a maximum 12 pages in length (Springer format). Papers should be original, unpublished work and should not be under review elsewhere. Papers must be in .doc, .docx format through EDAS platform. For more details, please visit the Instructions for Authors on Springer’s website . Please find the word format and Latex template below:


Submission link: https://smartrs2025.edas.info/

Proceeding Springer Copyright Form: copyright.docx

Special Events
Event Date
Paper Submission
(For Saudi Institutions – Special Extension)
25 September 2025
Notification of Paper Acceptance
(For Saudi Institutions – Special Extension)
30 September 2025
Abstract Submission 25 September 2025
Notification of Abstract Acceptance 30 September 2025
Poster Submission 25 September 2025
Notification of Poster Acceptance 30 September 2025
Abstract and Poster Submission
The International Conference on Smart Technologies and Reliable Systems (SmarTRS 2025) aims to highlight creative and innovative work, providing a distinguished platform for researchers and innovators from within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and around the world to present their ideas and developmental and innovative achievements. The conference also encourages the submission of research abstracts and scientific posters to promote the exchange of expertise and foster a spirit of innovation and collaboration.


- Call for Abstract

SmarTRS 2025 pleased to invite you to submit an abstract within the conference topics by September 25, 2025. Notifications will be by September 30, 2025. Accepted abstracts will be displayed on the conference website only.

Abstract template




- Call for Poster

SmarTRS 2025 is now accepting poster submissions from Saudi institutions. Please submit your poster by the deadline of September 25, 2025.
Notifications of acceptance will be sent by September 30, 2025. All accepted posters will be physically presented at Najran University in Saudi Arabia during the conference.

Poster template


Submission Form: https://forms.gle/2ovb3kkXnD7NdrVT8

Keynote Speakers
Professor Dr. Frederick “Rick” Sheldon

Department of Computer Science, University of Idaho Coeur d’Alene, Idaho

Professor Dr. Mohamed Bader-El-Den

Professor of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, University of Portsmouth

Associate Prof. Dr. Mohd. Murtadha bin Mohamad

Faculty of Computing, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Johor, Malaysia

Binay Roy

Regional Director – Middle East EC-COUNCIL
 

Prof. Dr. Noor Zaman Jhanjhi

School of Computer Science Faculty of Innovation & Technology Taylor’s University, Malaysia

Conference Committee

Patron

Prof. Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Khudairi

President of Najran University –
Saudi Arabia



Honorary Chairs

Dr. Mohammed Al Mamari

Assistant Vice Chancellor,
University of Technology and Applied Sciences- Nizwa - Oman

Dr. Petronella Beukman

Head of School of Computing,
University of Portsmouth - UK

Dr. Huda Yahya Al-Yami

Vice Rector for Graduate Studies and Scientific Research,
Najran University



Honorary Co-Chairs

Dr. Mohammad Al-Jabbar

Najran University, Saudi Arabia.




General Chairs

Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Nahari

University of Technology and Applied Science, Oman

Dr. Bander Ali Saleh Al-Rimy

University of Portsmouth, UK

Dr. Sultan Almalki

Najran University, Saudi Arabia



Secretariat

Suad Al Riyami

University of Technology and Applied Science, Oman

Dr. Fawaz Aklan

Najran University, Saudi Arabia



Conference Technical Committee

Dr. Rolando Lontok Jr.

University of Technology and Applied Science, Oman (Chair)

Dr. Eslam Amer

University of Portsmouth, UK

Associate Prof. Dr. Anazida Zainul

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malasyia

Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Saud Ambusaidi

University of Technology and Applied Science, Oman

Dr. Nasser Al-Hadhrami

University of Technology and Applied Science, Oman

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bassam Al-Shargabi

Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK

Dr. Feras Zen Alden

Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia



Publication Committee

Dr. Eslam Amer

University of Portsmouth, UK (Chair)

Dr. Basem Al-Absi

Najran University, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Maha Al Anqudi

University of Technology and Applied Science, Oman

Dr. Sanjai Gupta

University of Technology and Applied Science, Oman

Dr. Fawaz Aklan

Najran University, Saudi Arabia

Dr.Mohammed Ali Alshahrani

Najran University, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Belqasem Hassan Aljafari

Najran University, Saudi Arabia



Publicity Committee

Hamad Albesher

Najran University

Prof. Ibrahim Al-Qubati

Najran University, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Venkatasubramanian Sivaprasatham

University of Technology and Applied Science, Oman

Dr. Sanjai Gupta

University of Technology and Applied Science, Oman

Dr. Abu Baker Yahya

Somalia

Dr. Wasiq Khan

Liverpool John Moores University, UK

Mohammed Sultan

Curtin University, Malaysia

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Siti Hajar Othman

UTM, Malaysia



Technical Members

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Murad Rassam

Taiz University, Yemen

Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Nahari

UTAS, Oman

Dr. Amal Raj Irudayasamy

UTAS, Oman

Dr. Bander Ali Al-raimi

University of Portsmouth, UK

Dr. Bassam Alshargabi

UK

Dr. Danlami Gabi

Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Nigeria

Dr. Fathey Mohammed

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Dr. Fuad Ghaleb

BCU, UK

Dr. Goh Eg Su

UTM, Malaysia

Dr. Hussein Salem Ali bin Samma

UTM, Malaysia

Dr. Iznora Aini Binti Zolkifly

Unitar International University, Malaysia

SulDr. Jehan Murugadhastan

UTAS, Oman

Dr. Maha Al Anqudi

UTAS, Oman

Dr. Mary Amirtha Sagayee

UTAS, Oman

Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Saud Ambusaidi

UTAS, Oman

Dr. Mohd Fo’ad bin Rohani

UTM, Malaysia

Dr. Muhammad Iqbal Tariq bin Idris

UTM, Malaysia

Dr. Naghmeh Niknejad

UTM, Malaysia

Dr. Nasser Al-Hadhrami

UTAS, Oman

Dr. Nies Hui Wen

UTM, Malaysia

Dr. Rolando Lontok Jr.

UTAS, Oman

Dr. Sanjay Gupta

UTAS, Oman

Dr. Siti Hajar Othman

UTM, Malaysia

Dr. Tamilselvi Madeswaran

UTAS, Oman

Dr. Waseem Alromaimah

UTM, Malaysia

Dr. Xiaogang Ma

University of Idaho, USA

Prof. Frederick T. Sheldon

University of Idaho, USA

Prof. Terry Soule

University of Idaho, USA

Dr. Azan Hamad Alkhorem

Majmaah University, KSA

Dr. Tami Alghamdi

Al-Baha University, KSA



Logistic Committee

Dr. Fawaz Aklan

Najran University, Saudi Arabia

Dr.Mohammed Ali Alshahrani

Najran University, Saudi Arabia

Belqasem Hassan Aljafari

Najran University, Saudi Arabia



Finance and Registration Committee


Dr. Ahmed Khaled Ahmed

Najran University, Saudi Arabia

Prof. Ibrahim Al-Qubati

Najran University, Saudi Arabia

Ahmed Al-Abri

University of Technology and Applied Science, Oman



IT Team

Vinodkumar Uttamrao Kakde

University of Technology and Applied Science, Oman

Sathyanarayana Thirunagari

University of Technology and Applied Science, Oman

Publication Fees
Author Fees (USD) Fees(SAR)
Student $120 450
Staff $150 560
Industry $150 560
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