IURSAE
1st International Undergraduate Research Symposium on Agricultural Engineering & Environmental Technology 2026
Theme: "SMART HORIZONS: ENGINEERING TOMORROW'S SUSTAINABLE AGRO-ENVIRONMENT"
1st International Edition
Online Event
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ABOUT THE SYMPOSIUM
Fostering Green Innovations & Smart Technologies
The 1st International Undergraduate Research Symposium on Agricultural Engineering & Environmental Technology (IURSAE 2026) is a premier virtual platform showcasing innovative research, state-of-the-art technologies, and sustainable practices engineered by young researchers globally.
IURSAE 2026 is the first international edition of the symposium. It builds on five successful national symposia organized by the Department of Agricultural Engineering and Environmental Technology, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, and now opens to undergraduate researchers worldwide.
Under this year's theme, "Smart Horizons: Engineering Tomorrow's Sustainable Agro-Environment," the symposium highlights the synergy between agricultural precision, resource restoration, and climate adaptation. It serves to bridge academic inquiry and real-world engineering solutions to address global food security and environmental challenges.
Organized By
Department of Agricultural Engineering & Environmental Technology
Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka
SYMPOSIUM SESSIONS
Explore Our Research Focus Areas
Undergraduates are invited to submit their innovative research aligned with one of the following four conference sessions.
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SESSION TRACK ONE
Climate-Resilient Systems and Sustainability
Focuses on adapting agricultural infrastructures and systems to changing climates. This track covers soil health preservation, water conservation engineering, and building robust ecological reserves to counter global warming.
Key Focus Areas:
- Climate-smart agriculture
- Sustainable soil & water management
- Carbon footprint & greenhouse gas (GHG) assessment
- Biodiversity & ecosystem conservation
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SESSION TRACK TWO
Smart and Automated Agricultural Technologies
Explores the vanguard of digital farming, integrating artificial intelligence, robotics, and automated systems into crop production and ecological engineering to boost efficiency and yields.
Key Focus Areas:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) in agriculture
- UAVs (Drones) & remote sensing
- Precision farming & smart irrigation
- IoT, robotics, & smart sensor networks
- Geo-AI and agricultural data analytics
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SESSION TRACK THREE
Environmental Intelligence and Resource Management
Investigates green technologies and monitoring architectures engineered to measure ecological footprints, conserve precious resources, and manage municipal and agricultural waste streams.
Key Focus Areas:
- Environmental monitoring & sensor arrays
- Renewable energy systems (Solar, Wind, Biomass)
- Sustainable waste management & resource recovery
- Engineering solutions for global food security
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SESSION TRACK FOUR
Green Innovations for a Circular Economy
Highlights bio-engineering innovations, zero-waste processing designs, and industrial ecology pathways that redefine waste as resources, driving forward circular economy principles.
Key Focus Areas:
- Postharvest engineering & biomass processing
- Bioenergy, bioproducts, & green manufacturing
- Circular economy principles & waste recycling
- Sustainable agricultural supply chain logistics
TIMELINE
Important Dates
Mark these key milestones on your calendar. Timely submissions are highly recommended.
Live
16th October 2026
Call for Abstracts
Symposium portal is officially open for abstract submissions across all four track sessions.
Open
6th November 2026
Abstract Submission Deadline
Ensure your undergraduate research abstracts are fully uploaded to the CMT portal by this date.
Upcoming
30th November 2026
Registration Deadline
Final deadline to register for the symposium to secure attendee credentials and certificates. Fees: USD 25 for foreign participants, LKR 2,000 for local participants (Sri Lanka).
Event Day
16th December 2026
Symposium Day (Online)
The 1st International Undergraduate Research Symposium commences with keynote sessions and track presentations.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
How to Submit Your Abstract
We welcome submissions of high-quality research abstracts from undergraduate students around the world. All submissions must represent original work that has not been previously published.
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Format Requirements
Abstracts must be written in English, limited to 300 words, using the official template. It must outline background, objectives, methodology, results, and conclusion.
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CMT Upload
All submissions must be uploaded electronically via the Microsoft CMT portal. Email submissions will not be evaluated.
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Reviewing Process
Each abstract will undergo double-blind peer review by qualified experts. Accepted abstracts will be published in the symposium proceedings.
Microsoft CMT Submission
Click below to open the official CMT portal for IURSAE 2026. Create an account or log in with your credentials to submit your abstract.
Download Abstract TemplateMicrosoft Word template. Prepare your abstract using this template before submitting through CMT.
Go to Microsoft CMT PortalDownload Resources:
Registration Fees
Foreign participants
USD 25
Local participants (Sri Lanka)
LKR 2,000
Registration deadline: 30th November 2026.
GET IN TOUCH
Organizing Committee & Contact Info
For any inquiries, clarifications, or technical support regarding abstract submissions, please reach out to our team.
Symposium Coordinator
Mrs. C.P. Rupasinghe
Department of Agricultural Engineering & Environmental Technology
University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka
Symposium Secretary
Dr. Anushka Bandara
Department of Agricultural Engineering & Environmental Technology
University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka
For any queries, please contact us at iursae@outlook.com