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Call for Papers: International Conference on Business, Technology, Innovation & Sustainable Development – Bridging Research & Practice (ICBTISD-2026)

CSSR – Centre for Socio-economic & Sustainability Research, New Delhi, India, and GARI – Global Academic Research Institute, Colombo, Sri Lanka, are together proudly organizing the International Conference on Business, Technology, Innovation & Sustainable Development – Bridging Research & Practice (ICBTISD-2026).

For abstract submission, fill in the online submission form https://btisd.site or contact helpdesk@gariteam.com

We welcome proposals for papers and invitations to submit abstracts, now open for both oral and poster presentations on current research and new processes. During the review period, Papers will be evaluated by eminent scholars in their respective fields.

Abstract Guidelines: Abstract should be given as a Microsoft Word/PDF, around 400-500 words, Single line Margin & 05 keywords

Important Dates

1

Paper / Abstract Submission Deadline

31st July 2026

2

Notification of Acceptance

Within 10 Days (+/- 3)

3

Full Paper Submission Deadline

31st August 2026

4

Registration Deadline

21st August 2026

5

Conference Date & Venue

12th–13th Sept 2026
Venue: Hotel Galle Face, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Note: Early Notification of Acceptance for Abstract/Papers submitted before the deadline will be provided on a rolling basis within 21 days on a FIFO basis.

Registration Fees

Delegate Presenter / Author Oral

200 USD

Delegate Student Presenter / Author Oral

150 USD

Virtual Delegate

130 USD

Accompanying Person / Delegate Listener

150 USD

E-Poster Presentation Remote Delegate

100 USD

Technical Sessions

1

Sustainable Business Models & Corporate Strategy

2

Technology & Digital Transformation for Sustainability

3

Innovation Ecosystems & Entrepreneurship

4

Bridging Research & Practice in Sustainable Development

Indicative Topics

Business & Sustainable Development

  • Sustainable business model innovation
  • Corporate governance for ESG performance
  • Corporate Social Responsibility
  • Sustainable Development Goals
  • Green finance and sustainable investment
  • Circular economy practices in industry
  • Sustainable supply chain and logistics
  • Carbon accounting and net-zero strategies
  • Fair trade and ethical sourcing
  • SME sustainability challenges and solutions

Technology for Sustainability

  • AI and predictive analytics for climate risk
  • IoT for energy and water management
  • Blockchain for carbon credits and traceability
  • Digital twins for smart manufacturing
  • Renewable energy integration and storage
  • E-waste management and green IT
  • Smart agriculture and precision farming
  • Low-carbon transportation technologies

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

  • Social innovation and base-of-the-pyramid solutions
  • Green start-ups and venture capital
  • Corporate intrapreneurship for sustainability
  • Living labs and co-creation for sustainable innovation
  • Frugal innovation and resource-constrained solutions
  • Innovation metrics for SDG impact
  • Intellectual property and open innovation

Bridging Research & Practice

  • Transdisciplinary research methods
  • Science-policy interfaces for sustainable development
  • Industry-academia collaboration models
  • Stakeholder engagement and participatory research
  • Monitoring, evaluation, and learning for sustainability projects
  • Sustainability reporting standards
  • Behavioural change and nudging
  • Role of standards, certifications, and labelling

Cross-Cutting & Emerging Areas

  • SDGs localization and implementation
  • Climate adaptation and resilience in business
  • Gender equality and social inclusion
  • Urban sustainability and smart cities
  • Blue economy and ocean sustainability
  • Sustainable tourism and hospitality
  • Health, well-being, and sustainable development
  • Education for sustainable development

Transforming BFSI through Technology, Innovation and Sustainability

  • Technological Innovation, Digital Transformation
  • Artificial Intelligence, Fintech, Blockchain
  • Digital Banking, InsurTech, RegTech, Cybersecurity
  • ESG, Sustainable finance and BFSI Sector

Disability, Disability Assisting Technologies

  • Universal Design: Creating Inclusive Environments for All
  • Accessibility as a Catalyst for Inclusive Economic Growth
  • Assistive Technology for Achieving Universal Health Coverage
  • Innovation, Market Development, and Sustainable Access to Assistive Technology
  • Strengthening Infrastructure and Ecosystems for Assistive Technology Design, Production, and Delivery

Conferences, Seminars & Sustainable Development Forums

CSSR – Centre for Socio-economic and Sustainability Research regularly organizes premier National & International Conferences and Seminars addressing contemporary issues in socio-economic development and sustainability, featuring national and international experts, academicians alongside Captains of Industry, Practitioners, and NGO leaders.

Conference & Seminar Focus

These 1–2-day events tackle emerging challenges like inclusive growth models, climate resilience strategies, digital equity, green financing, policy reforms, and alike providing participants with forward-looking insights and practical frameworks for their organizations.