The conference will take place in Copenhagen, Denmark, from 21 to 25 September 2026, and will offer both in-person and virtual participation options. We warmly welcome contributions from researchers, practitioners, and organisations worldwide engaged in digital preservation.

This year s conference themes Community, Preservation, and Horizon invite reflections on the evolving practices, innovations, and collaborations shaping the future of digital preservation. More details about the themes and example topics can be found on our website:
https://ipres2026.dk/call-for-contributions/call-for-peer-reviewed-contributions/

We invite submissions in the following categories:

Full Papers In-depth research papers, technical papers, or case studies (max. 8 pages)

Short Papers Concise reports on work-in-progress or emerging topics (max. 4 pages)

Workshops Interactive, hands-on sessions focusing on tools, methods, or best practices

Tutorials Educational sessions or demonstrations designed to teach new skills or technologies, with clear learning outcomes; suitable for beginner to advanced levels

Panels Discussions focused on key issues or trends in digital preservation

Posters Visual presentations of projects or ideas, enabling one-on-one engagement

If you are unsure which format best fits your contribution, please consult the general submission guidelines. All peer-reviewed contributions must follow the official submission instructions.

The submission deadline is March 9, 2026 (End of Day, Anywhere on Earth).

Additional calls for ad-hoc contributions such as Lightning Talks, Birds of a Feather sessions, Games, and the Digital Preservation Bake-Off will be shared around May 2026.

Warm regards,
The iPRES 2026 Organising Committee