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1. Top Conferences to Submit to in 2025
Explore premier conferences in surveying, geomatics, and geospatial technology with open CFPs:
a. 12th International Conference on Geomatics and Surveying Engineering (ICGSE 2025)
- Theme: "Geospatial Innovations for Sustainable Development."
- Dates: June 10–12, 2025 | Location: Zurich, Switzerland.
- Deadlines:
- Full Paper Submission: February 15, 2025 .
- Early-Bird Registration: April 1, 2025 .
- Highlights:
- IEEE/Scopus Indexing: Guaranteed publication in IEEE Xplore and Scopus within 6 months .
- Keynote Speakers: Dr. Michael Goodchild (UC Santa Barbara) and ESA’s Earth Observation Team Lead .
- Awards: Best Paper, Best Student Presentation, and Innovation in Geospatial Technology Awards .
b. World Congress on Geospatial Technology (WCGT 2025)
- Theme: "AI-Driven Solutions for Smart Cities and Precision Mapping."
- Dates: September 5–8, 2025 | Location: Sydney, Australia.
- Deadlines:
- Abstract Submission: March 30, 2025 .
- Full Paper Deadline: May 15, 2025 .
- Highlights:
- Scopus/EI Compendex Indexing: All accepted papers indexed .
- Focus Areas: LiDAR advancements, UAV-based surveying, and 3D urban modeling .
- Workshops: Hands-on sessions on GIS software (ArcGIS Pro, QGIS) and AI tools for mapping .
2. Submission Guidelines
- Preferred Topics:
- ICGSE 2025: Satellite navigation, cadastral surveying, and climate resilience mapping .
- WCGT 2025: AI/ML in geospatial analysis, smart city infrastructure, and marine surveying .
- Structure: Submit full papers (6–8 pages) using Springer or IEEE templates. Abstracts accepted only for WCGT 2025 .
- Review Process: Rigorous peer review with a 35% acceptance rate (ICGSE 2024 data) .
3. Benefits of Participation
- High-Impact Publications:
- ICGSE 2025: IEEE Xplore proceedings with DOI and Scopus indexing .
- WCGT 2025: Top papers fast-tracked to International Journal of Geoinformatics (Q1 Scopus) .
- Networking: Connect with 800+ experts from ETH Zurich, UNGGIM, and global tech firms (e.g., Esri, Hexagon) .
- Awards & Grants: Compete for WCGT’s $1,000 Innovation Prize and ICGSE’s Student Travel Grants .
4. Avoiding Predatory Events
- Verify Affiliations: Cross-check indexing claims via Scopus Sources or IEEE Conference List .
- Established History: ICGSE has run annually since 2013; WCGT partners with ISPRS and OGC .
Call to Action
Submit Today!
- ICGSE 2025 Portal: https://www.icgse2025.org/cfp .
- WCGT 2025 Portal: https://wcgt.org/submit .
Contact:
- ICGSE 2025: info@icgse2025.org .
- WCGT 2025: support@wcgt.org .
References
: ICGSE 2025 Conference Guidelines.
: WCGT 2025 Partnership Announcements.