ELEKTRO 2026

Conference Details

Date: 08 September 2026

Time: To be announced

Duration: 3 days

Location: Žilina, Slovakia

Cost: € 100 - € 350

Organiser: University of Žilina - Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology

Conference Website

Conference Description

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

The ELEKTRO Conference marks the 16^th edition of a distinguished series that has been continuously evolving since its inception in 1995. Initially launched as a national event with international participation, it has gradually transformed into a fully recognized international forum.

Organized biennially by the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, University of Žilina, ELEKTRO builds upon a strong tradition while actively embracing emerging trends and new technological challenges.

The conference provides a dynamic platform for researchers, academics, and industry professionals from around the world to exchange ideas, present cutting-edge research, and foster collaborations. Its mission is to advance scientific knowledge, promote innovation, and connect communities across the diverse fields of electrical and electronic engineering, information and communication technologies, and interdisciplinary applications.

CONFERENCE TOPICS

Track #1: Intelligent digital technologies and autonomous systems

Scientific chairs: Prof. Ales JANOTA, Prof. Robert HUDEC

Track secretary: Roberta HLAVATA, Pavol KUCHAR

This track explores the digital communication technologies, artificial intelligence, and wide variety physical systems and networks, ranging from satellite and radio to cable and opto-fiber connections. We invite contributions on specific functionalities and innovations, including cyber-physical cyber-security systems, digital twins, radio and optical networks, autonomous navigation techniques, utilization of artificial intelligence for automation robotics, speech, image, and video processing and recognition, machine learning algorithms for creating intelligent robots and systems. The key topics also cover the essential infrastructure of next-generation networks (5G/6G), Internet of Things and edge computing, along with their applications in smart cities and urban intelligence development.

Track #2: Sustainable energy and smart e-mobility

Scientific chairs: Assoc. Prof. Pavol MAKYS, Assoc. Prof. Michal PRAZENICA

Track secretary: Matus DANKO, Marian TOMASOV

This track highlights the global shift towards renewable power and electrified transportation. It focuses on advancements in power electronics and mechatronics for sustainable energy, including high-efficiency converters and wide-bandgap semiconductors for electronics. We will also cover the challenges and solutions for smart grids and renewable energy integration, as well as the complete ecosystem of electric and autonomous mobility. Contributions on next-generation energy storage systems and advanced electrical measurements are also welcome.

Track #3: Advanced materials, nanotechnology and bioengineering

Scientific chairs: Prof. Dusan PUDIS, Assoc. Prof. Stefan BORIK

Track secretary: Michal LABUDA, Stefan HARDON

This track is dedicated to the advanced semiconductor materials and advanced technologies that form the building blocks of the future intelligent systems and networks. It covers nanomaterials and functional thin films, their applications in integrated photonics, electronics and bio-inspired and quantum devices, and the use of light to transmit and process information. We also invite submissions on biomedical engineering and health informatics, focusing on new smart tools for medical imaging and wearable health technologies, along with methods and novel strategies for electromagnetic modeling and materials characterization.

Track #4: Modern education and training in engineering

Scientific chairs: Prof. Peter POCTA, Assoc. Prof. Peter HOCKICKO

Track secretary: Miroslav UHRINA, Ondrej HOCK

This track addresses the evolution and advanced in modern education and training. It explores innovations in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education, including problem-based learning and gamification. We also cover the integration of technology-enhanced learning through e-learning platforms, project-oriented education and AR/VR, and the importance of lifelong learning for professional development in a rapidly changing world of academia and industry.