4th Symposium on Virtual Worlds Research

SVWR 2026

Date 15 April 2026
Location Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
Venue Gallery, Catalyst Building, University of Staffordshire
Format In Person

About this Conference

A collective update on Virtual Worlds Research across multiple disciplines, ranging from Games and Entertainment to Applications of Immersive Technologies and Human-Computer Interactions. The symposium aims to provide knowledge sharing opportunities between communities focusing on Emerging Media, Transformation of Creative Industries, and Future Lifestyle.

Call for Papers

The Symposium invites speakers from various sectors to present their project or research in a 20-minute talk/presentation including a 10-minute Q&A. Seeking high-quality original research or projects in virtual worlds research, including digitization of real-world objects, human-computer interactions, 3D user interface, and applications of immersive technologies across entertainment, education, culture, heritage, and production.

Important Dates

  • Abstract Submission March 13, 2026
  • Delivering the Talk April 15, 2026
  • Registration December 1, 2025
  • Submission April 15, 2025
  • Conference dates 15 April 2026

Registration Fees

Type Amount Deadline
Early Bird Member $500 Dec 1, 2025
Early Bird Non Member $775 Dec 1, 2025
Early Bird Student $150 Dec 1, 2025