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Welcome Message from the General Chairs
October 6–10, 2027 • Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
It is our great pleasure and honor to welcome you to the 2027 IEEE International Conference on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics (SMC 2027), to be held on October 6–10, 2027 in the dynamic, historic, and culturally vibrant metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, hosted by the Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Engineering (HCM-UTE) in joint technical sponsorship with the IEEE Systems, Man, and Cybernetics Society.
This year’s comprehensive scientific program features world-class plenary keynote addresses, thought-provoking industry-academia panel discussions, special invited sessions, workshops, interactive poster presentations, and memorable cultural networking galas. Under the overarching theme of “Human-Centric Intelligence: Shaping the Digital Future”, SMC 2027 provides an open international forum to discuss challenges and design intelligent systems that prioritize human well-being and societal sustainability across Systems Science & Engineering, Cybernetics, and Human-Machine Systems.
Ho Chi Minh City, a thriving center of scientific innovation, youthful entrepreneurship, and rich historical heritage in Southeast Asia, offers the ideal backdrop for discovery and global partnerships. To maximize engagement, collaboration, and spontaneous intellectual exchange, we strongly encourage in-person participation at the iconic Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel, while providing flexible online presentation avenues for colleagues facing travel constraints.
Sincerely and warmly yours,

National Taipei University of Technology, Taiwan

President, IEEE SMC Society • Swinburne Univ., Australia

Vice President, HCM-UTE, Vietnam

Acting President, HCM-UTE, Vietnam
Accepted and presented papers will be published in conference proceedings, eligible for inclusion in IEEE Xplore® upon IEEE quality review, and indexed in Scopus, EI Compendex, and Web of Science.
Key conference deadlines and milestone schedule for IEEE SMC 2027
Submission Categories & Technical Topics • IEEE SMC 2027
The 2027 IEEE International Conference on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics (IEEE SMC 2027) invites original research papers, special session papers, workshop proposals, and tutorial presentations in systems science and engineering, human–machine systems, and cybernetics.
All submissions must be in English. The full papers are to be submitted electronically in PDF format via the PaperCept submission system link (will be coming shortly).
Accepted and presented papers will be copyrighted to IEEE and published in conference proceedings, which will be eligible for inclusion in the IEEE Xplore® Digital Library, once it meets the requirements of an IEEE quality review.

Original research contributions presenting novel theory, experimental validations, or major system architectures in SSE, CYB, or HMS.

Targeted research papers submitted to approved special sessions exploring focused multidisciplinary problems.

Proposals for hands-on workshops, technical tutorials, and accepted workshop technical papers.
Official 2-page CFP brochure with complete track topics, submission dates, and committee directory.
Download official IEEE manuscript templates in LaTeX and Microsoft Word formats
Complete IEEEtran class package including sample .tex, IEEEtran.cls, bibliography style, and build script for conference proceedings.
Pre-styled Microsoft Word template with built-in styles for title, author affiliations, abstract, headings, and equations.
Up to 2 additional overlength pages allowed at $100 per page upon acceptance.
Total length including all figures, tables, and references.
Undergoes same rigorous peer-review standard as regular papers.
Poster and rapid presentation format for cutting-edge emerging ideas.
Systems Science • Cybernetics • Human–Machine Systems
Distinguished global thought leaders across systems science, human–AI symbiosis, and cybernetics
Distinguished global thought leaders across systems science, human–AI symbiosis, and cybernetics will be announced as plenary speakers.
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Where systems science, human-machine interaction, and cybernetics meet vibrant Southeast Asian energy and global flavors
IEEE SMC 2027 is the flagship conference of the IEEE Systems, Man, and Cybernetics Society, hosted by HCM-UTE on October 6–10, 2027 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
Theme: “Human-AI Symbiosis: Engineering Intelligent, Autonomous, and Sustainable Futures”. Presented papers will appear in IEEE Xplore® and index in Scopus, EI Compendex, and Web of Science.
International Steering & Organizing Committees for IEEE SMC 2027 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

President, IEEE SMC Society • Swinburne Univ.

Acting President, HCM-UTE
















National Taipei University of Technology

Vice President, HCM-UTE
Distinguished leadership and academic committee chairs driving IEEE SMC 2027

President, IEEE SMC Society • Swinburne Univ.

Acting President, HCM-UTE
















National Taipei University of Technology

Vice President, HCM-UTE
Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel • Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
IEEE SMC 2027 will take place at the iconic Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel, located at No. 88 Dong Khoi, Saigon Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
Positioned in the heart of Saigon's vibrant commercial and cultural epicenter, the venue is steps away from historical landmarks including the Saigon Opera House, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Central Post Office.

Official Conference Venue
Sheraton Saigon Grand Opera Hotel

Citizens of all countries are eligible for a 90-day single or multiple-entry electronic visa (e-Visa) via the official government portal.

Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) is located 7 km (~20–30 mins) from the venue. Airport taxis, hotel transfers, and Grab ride-hailing are readily available.

Steps away from Saigon Opera House, Nguyen Hue Walking Street, and Metro Line 1 Station, with easy access to dining, landmarks, and hotels.
Recommended iconic landmarks, historical monuments, and vibrant cultural destinations for conference delegates, all located conveniently near the conference hotel in District 1.

Central Heritage Market
One of Saigon's earliest surviving historic structures and a vibrant symbol of the city. Delegates can browse authentic handicrafts, lacquerware, textiles, Vietnamese coffee, and experience local street gastronomy.

19th-Century Colonial Post Office
Designed in the late 19th century with striking French colonial architecture and vaulted iron beams. Still a fully functioning post office where visitors can send vintage postcards worldwide.

Historic Neo-Romanesque Basilica
Established between 1863 and 1880, this neo-Romanesque cathedral features twin 58-meter bell towers built entirely from imported French red bricks that have retained their warm color for over a century.

Art Deco Heritage Gallery
Housed in a gorgeous yellow French-Chinese Art Deco colonial mansion, showcasing masterpieces of Vietnamese painting, historic silk paintings, contemporary sculptures, and lacquer art.

Reunification Hall
A landmark of Vietnamese modern history with 1960s modernist architecture designed by Ngo Viet Thu. Features expansive reception chambers, presidential offices, and historic underground telecommunication bunkers.

Modern History & Peace Museum
One of Vietnam's most visited museums, offering deep insights into the nation's wartime past, international peace movements, historic military aircraft displays, and Pulitzer-winning photojournalism collections.

Downtown Pedestrian Promenade
A grand 64-meter-wide pedestrian promenade stretching from Saigon City Hall to Bach Dang Riverfront. Filled with live street performances, ambient lighting, coffee shops, and panoramic skyline vistas.

Historic Underground Network
An immense 250-km interconnected underground tunnel network demonstrating legendary human ingenuity and resilience. A world-famous excursion accessible via guided bus or scenic Saigon River speedboat.
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