January 14, 2026 Program Call for Participation Workshops Share this page: Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Email By Kevin Brown, SC26 Workshops and Symposia Chair Your Conference within ‘the’ Conference Our High Performance Computing community remains the bridge between raw computing power and scientific discovery, and SC workshops are at the heart of this connection. SC workshops are more than just talks and panels, they are where communities unite to share cutting-edge developments, drive innovation and growth, and dive deep into topical areas. Whether hosting or attending, workshops at SC26 offer a unique opportunity to be part of the future of HPC and its diverse sub-communities. Last year, SC25 hosted more than 40 workshops, ranging from software development and quantum computing to careers, ethics, and environmental impact. For those interested in contributing a proposal for a workshop at SC26, here are some tips, tricks, and guidelines to get started. Winning Your Workshop Submission SC26 workshops will cover a wide spectrum of HPC interests and offer the flexibility to adapt formats to achieve diverse goals. Whether you envision a peer-reviewed presentation session, invited speaker symposium, or full-day “mini-conference,” workshops at SC foster collaboration and innovation while tackling key challenges in the field. Here’s some hints to make your submission stand out: Gather Essential Details: Understand your workshop’s history, format, and logistics. Clearly define its scope, relevance, and audience impact. Leadership Roles: Limit leadership teams to four people for smoother communication and decision-making. Prioritize Community Engagement: Provide a detailed plan for fostering a welcoming environment for all participants. Showcase Impact: Highlight how your workshop will contribute to the HPC community through ideation; networking; or outcomes, such as white papers or proceedings. Use this flexibility to design a session that truly resonates with your audience and drives meaningful outcomes. Setting Clear Workshop Goals Successful workshops start with clear, well-defined goals. SC’s workshop categories are designed to help shape a high-impact session that aligns with SC Conference standards. This quick guide can inspire your planning: Ideation: Drive progress in specialized HPC areas, from community building to research and development innovation. Feedback on Early Works: Offer a platform for emerging research to gain constructive feedback. Interdisciplinary Bridges: Unite experts across fields to tackle shared challenges and spark new HPC solutions. Practitioner Forums: Address real-world HPC challenges and share future directions. Professional Development: Build skills in technical writing, leadership, and career growth. Tangible Artifacts: Deliver concrete outcomes, such as reports, white papers, or recruitment opportunities. Use these categories as fuel for crafting a compelling and meaningful workshop. Everyone Is Welcome SC26 workshops are for everyone passionate about advancing HPC – not just researchers. For those new to the field or seasoned contributors, SC welcomes submissions spanning all aspects of supercomputing. These workshops extend beyond sharing knowledge, they are opportunities to network, collaborate, and grow professionally. All of us on the SC26 Workshops and Symposia Committee are excited to see how this year’s slate of new ideas will contribute even more to this dynamic series. Workshop Submissions Close 16 Feb 2026 Learn more: WORKSHOP SUBMISSIONS
