Honolulu Symposium Calls for Papers on VLSI Innovations in AI

The upcoming Honolulu Symposium is inviting submissions for papers focused on innovations in Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) technology as it relates to artificial intelligence (AI). Scheduled to take place from June 14 to 18, 2026, at the Hilton Hawaiian Village, this event promises to be a significant gathering for professionals in the microelectronics industry.

The paper submission portal will open on December 2, 2025, with a final deadline for submissions set for January 26, 2026, at 23:59 PST. For those wishing to present late-breaking results, the deadline for Late News submissions is March 30, 2026. Detailed submission guidelines can be accessed on the Symposium’s official website.

Focus Areas and Program Highlights

This year’s Symposium seeks to explore a range of technical innovations in VLSI, particularly as they apply to AI. The program will encompass comprehensive technical sessions, alongside a series of plenary talks from invited speakers. Attendees can look forward to a demonstration session showcasing outstanding papers, evening panel discussions, joint focus sessions, and a variety of workshops and Short Courses on pertinent topics.

The Symposium aims to maintain its reputation as the premier international conference in the microelectronics field, integrating various aspects of technology, circuits, and systems.

Awards and Publishing Opportunities

A highlight of the event is the prestigious Best Student Paper Awards, which recognize exceptional contributions in each track of the Symposium. Recipients of these awards will receive monetary prizes, travel cost support, and a certificate of recognition. Eligibility requires that the lead author and presenter be a full-time student at the time of submission.

Additionally, extended versions of select outstanding papers from the Symposium will be invited for publication in notable IEEE journals, including the IEEE Transactions on Electron Devices, the IEEE Journal of Solid-State Circuits, and the IEEE Solid-State Circuits Letters.

The Honolulu Symposium stands as a pivotal event for those interested in the intersection of VLSI technology and AI, encouraging innovation and collaboration among researchers and industry professionals.