First International Conference on Human-Machine Interaction and Coexistence

HMICO 2026

Date 7-11 June 2026
Location Porto, Portugal
Venue Hotel Novotel Porto Gaia, Rua Martir Sao Sebastiao, Afurada, 4400-499 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Format In Person

About this Conference

This conference focuses on the evolving nature of human-machine interactions, exploring how intelligent systems are becoming integrated partners in digital, physical, and social spaces. It examines the complex dynamics of trust, transparency, empathy, and ethical alignment in human-machine coexistence.

Call for Papers

The conference welcomes submissions of: 1) full papers presenting significant research, development, application, position, or survey, 2) short papers on work-in-progress, 3) posters, 4) contributed talk presentations, as well as workshops, thematic sessions, and demos. Prospective authors are invited to submit original, unpublished works not under review in any other conference or journal.

Important Dates

  • Full Paper Submission March 12, 2026
  • Notification April 2, 2026
  • Registration Open April 15, 2026
  • Camera Ready April 28, 2026
  • Conference dates 7-11 June 2026

Registration Fees

Type Amount Deadline
Regular Author €720 Apr 15, 2026
Regular Student €575 Apr 15, 2026