Rules

Only single authored papers are accepted.
If the abstract is not orally presented (in person or online) at the Symposium, the abstract will not be included in the Symposium proceedings.
All the papers and payments must be submitted on or before the stipulated deadline.
The Best Full Paper & the Best Presentation of the Symposium will be awarded a certificate.

Abstract Guidelines

Word Limit: Abstracts should be 500 words and must follow the format outlined in the guidelines.
Submission: Please upload your Abstract using the submission link on the main page before the deadline (April 07, 2026).
Review Process: All Abstracts will undergo a single-blind review. Applicants will be notified of the outcome via email by May 05, 2026. The review panel’s decision is final.
Next Steps:
- If your Abstract is accepted, you must complete the registration payment to confirm your participation/presentation at the Symposium.
- Full Paper submission is mandatory before the event.

Word Limit: Full papers should not exceed 5,000 words (excluding the abstract) and must adhere to the formatting outlined in the guidelines.
Submission: Authors are strongly encouraged to follow the full paper guidelines carefully to ensure a smooth review process.
Review Process:
- All submitted full papers will be reviewed by the BCIS ESS Review Committee.
- Authors are responsible for addressing the feedback provided by the review committee and making the necessary revisions.
Re-Submission:
- Revised papers should be submitted to the ESS Organizing Committee within the specified timeframe after receiving the reviewer feedback.
Publication:
- Selected full papers that have undergone the review and revision process will be published.