The Call for Proposals for TNC27 is officially open. TNC will take place in Liège, Belgium, on 7-11 June 2027. A great opportunity to share your ideas with a community of people who are passionate about shaping the future of research and education, by submitting a proposal, you can get the chance to showcase your work, exchange knowledge, and spark meaningful conversations with colleagues from different backgrounds and disciplines.
The deadline is 26 November 2026 (midnight CET). You can submit:
- Single presentations, which offer an opportunity to showcase innovative ideas, share research outcomes, and highlight impactful projects shaping the future of research and education networking.
- Side meetings, half-day meetings that encourage open discussions on shared topics of interest, for up to 100 participants. Side meetings will be held on Monday 7 June or Friday 11 June 2026.
All submitters will be notified of acceptance results in early February 2027.
For more details and to check out TNC27 AI guidelines, please visit the TNC27 website: tnc27.geant.org/submit
Conference theme: Different threads, one fabric
Just as the weavers bring distinct threads together into a resilient cloth, our NREN community is woven from a rich tapestry of voices, skills, and perspectives. Inspired by Liège’s industrial heritage – shaped by steel, textiles, and a spirit of innovation – we are continually forging connections and building bridges that reinforce the fabric of our shared network.
Our community stretches across borders, cultures, and disciplines. By bringing together our diverse experiences and perspectives, we transform this multitude of voices into a shared language and a common purpose.
This is the spirit of this year’s theme: Different threads, one fabric. Together, we weave our unique strengths into something greater – a connected, resilient and powerful community, equipped to champion global innovation and shape our shared digital future.
Hosts and Venue
The event will take place in the Liège Palais des Congrès, a convention centre located in the Parc de la Boverie, on the banks of the river Meuse. Walking distance from the city’s futuristic train station, the convention centre was built in the 50s by Groupe Équerre, a prominent Belgian architecture firm known for its bold, modern style.
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