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ICIRR 2026 explores rural regions as sites of technological intervention, situated knowledge, socio-ecological practice, and theoretical innovation. It brings together researchers and practitioners from fields such as HCI, CSCW, STS, and Rural Studies to foster interdisciplinary alliances.

Important Dates

Thu, Apr 23, 2026
Abstract registration deadline
Thu, Apr 30, 2026
Submission deadline

Paper Submission

Research Paper Submission Tracks

Rural computing and place-based design
Local infrastructures, maintenance and repair, Circular Economy
Innovation beyond entrepreneurship and startup logics
Agricultural, forestal and environmental innovation systems
Community-led, indigenous or feminist approaches to innovation
Health ecologies in rural contexts
Cultural opening, tradition and the rural public sphere
(Digital) Education in rural settings
Diversity, equity, and inclusion in rural areas
Policies and governance models that enable or constrain rural innovation
Methodologies for studying and designing in rural settings

Call for Papers Description

We welcome a variety of contributions, including full papers (6.000–12.000 words), poster and demo submissions (1.000–2.000 words), and workshop proposals. Full paper submissions undergo a double-blind peer review; others undergo a single review process. Accepted submissions are published in the EUSSET Digital Library.

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