CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
We invite researchers, engineers and industry professional to submit abstracts related to high-performance steel structures
IMPORTANT DATES
31 OCTOBER 2026
Abstract Submission Deadline
30 NOVEMBER 2026
Abstract Acceptance Notification
15 FEBRUARY 2027
Full Paper Submission Deadline
30 APRIL 2027
Paper Acceptance Notification
SUBMISSION PLATFORM
All abstracts must be submitted through the EasyChair platform. Please follow the steps to submit your abstract.

TEMPLATES AND GUIDELINES
ABSTRACT TEMPLATE
Download the template for abstract submission.
FULL PAPER TEMPLATE
Download the template for full paper submission.
PRESENTATION TEMPLATE
Available soon!
SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
- Abstract must be submitted through EasyChair.
- Maximum length: 300 words.
- Abstract should be clearly describe objectives, methodology and conclusions.
- Abstract should be clearly describe objectives, methodology and conclusions.
- Accepted abstracts will be considered for oral presentation.
- Files should be uploaded in DOCX format using the provided template.
- Author contact information must be included.
- Each registered participant may present a maximum of two contributions.
- Each registered participant may present a maximum of two contributions.

TOPICS OF INTEREST
KEY TOPICS
- High Performance Steel
- AI and Digitalization
- Additive Manufacturing
- Reuse and Circularity
- Sustainability and Green Steels
OTHER THOPICS
- Extreme Events and Resilience
- High-Performance Steel Design
- Stainless and Durable Steel Structures
- Hybrid and Composite Structures
- Connections, Fatigue and Fracture
- Advanced Materials and Smart Steel Systems
- Special Steel Structures
- Bridges
- UHSS

QUESTIONS ABOUT SUBMISSION?
If you have any questions regarding abstract submission, templates or the review process, please contact:
hpssrc@uc.pt
We encourage researchers and industry professionals to contribute to the advancement of high-performance steel structures and look forward to receiving your submissions for the IV HPSSRC Workshop.