Call for Papers | International Research and Initiative Conference 2026
Posted: Mon, Feb 10 – 05:49 pm
Posted: Mon, Feb 10 – 05:49 pm
Posted: Mon, Feb 10 – 05:49 pm
Posted: Mon, Feb 10 – 05:49 pm
Theme: Innovating for a Sustainable Future: Harnessing Science, Technology, and Innovation for Global Advancement
The Accra Institute of Technology (AIT) is pleased to announce the upcoming International Research and Initiative Conference (IRIC) 2026, a premier event dedicated to fostering dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge exchange across multiple disciplines.
Researchers, practitioners, industry leaders, and students are invited to submit papers and participate in this exciting event aimed at addressing key societal challenges through research and innovation.
Event Dates: August 20th and 21st, 2026
THEMATIC AREAS AND FIELDS
The conference will focus on the following thematic areas:
- Science, Technology & Innovation (STI)
- Advances in Computing Science
- Engineering Advancement & Innovation
- Educational Technology & Innovation
- Agriculture Technologies & Innovation
- Health, Energy & Environment
- Business, Management & Entrepreneurship
- Research & Development (R&D) and Product Innovation
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Submissions can be made through the IRIC website or via email to iric@ait.edu.gh.
Full Paper Submission:
- Detailed submission guidelines will be communicated upon abstract acceptance.
FEES FOR IRIC 2026
| Category | Early Bird (Until May 30) | Regular (After May 30) | On-site Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Participants (Including Academic Researchers) | $400 | $450 | $500 |
| Local Academic Researchers | Ghc300 | Ghc350 | Ghc400 |
| Local Student Participants and Doctoral Consortium | Ghc150 | Ghc250 | Ghc300 |
| Virtual Participation | $150 | $200 | N/A |
Doctoral Consortium (specifically OUM Students of AIT and staff of AIT) should contact the IRIC team on the fees to be paid through mumuni@ait.edu.gh.
Registration fee covers conference materials, snacks and lunch and conference proceedings
Pay registration Fee into the accounts below:
Account Name: Accra Institute of Technology
Account Number:1441001380315
Bank Address: Ecobank Gh. Ltd
Branch: OSU
Currency: Ghana Cedis
Note: All payment should be made in Ghana Cedis with flat rate of Ghc11 = $1. Proof of payment should be sent to iric@ait.edu.gh
CONTACT INFORMATION
For inquiries and submissions, please contact:
- IRIC Email: iric@ait.edu.gh
- IRIC Coordinator: mumuni@ait.edu.gh
- Additional Contact: apme@ait.edu.gh
- Phone: 0276152000
- Office Location: AIT Seaview Campus, DAA Office – Admin Block, Second Floor