NetMob 2026

Main Conference

The 2026 edition marks the 10th anniversary of NetMob, continuing a tradition that began in 2010. Over the years, the conference has attracted participants from leading research institutions, industry, and public agencies worldwide. Originally focused on mobile phone data, NetMob has evolved to address a broader range of questions about human behavior, interactions, and complex social systems, leveraging large-scale behavioral data.

Following the success of NetMob 2025 in Paris, France, NetMob 2026 will be held in Niterói, Brazil, marking the conference’s first edition in the Southern Hemisphere. The event will take place at the Institute of Computing of Fluminense Federal University (UFF), located just across Guanabara Bay from Rio de Janeiro. NetMob 2026 will bring together researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers to discuss recent advances in mobile network data analysis.

Topics of interest: We welcome contributions spanning multiple aspects of mobile and behavioral data analytics. This includes but is not limited to analyses of Call Detail Records (CDRs), mobile location data, Wi-Fi traces, app usage data, and social media content.

As in previous editions, NetMob 2026 will feature a single-track format, with short contributed talks or posters providing a forum for presenting early-stage research and work published elsewhere.

Important dates (tentative)

• Submission website opening: May 15th, 2026
• Abstract submission: June 17th, 2026
• Notification: July 29th, 2026
• Camera ready: August 15th, 2026

Submissions

• Authors are invited to submit two-page abstracts (including figures, tables, and references).
• Submissions should include the title, author(s), affiliation(s), and email address(es) on the first page.
• Electronic submission of manuscripts in PDF format is required.

All authors are required to use one of the official NetMob paper templates for their submissions. Papers must not exceed two pages, including all figures and references. No appendices are allowed, and the specified formatting requirements must be followed.

Authors may choose the format that best suits their workflow, but all submissions must adhere strictly to the NetMob template. Submissions that do not comply with the NetMob template may be rejected before review.

Data Challenge

Colocated with NetMob 2026, we are launching the new edition of the Data Challenge page. This initiative continues to foster research and innovation around mobility data, encouraging both methodological advances and practical applications that address pressing urban and societal challenges.

We invite participants to explore an urban mobility dataset from the city of Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, and submit original analyses, models, or insights that contribute to improving the efficiency, reliability, and planning of the public bus transportation system.

The dataset offers a rich, multifaceted view of the public bus transportation system operation in the city of Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, over a continuous period. It combines high-frequency vehicle tracking data with passenger demand information and operational line data.

Moreover, the dataset also comprises individual boarding information and auxiliary data, which allow for a richer and more informed analysis.

When & Where & How

NetMob 2026 will take place in the Institute of Computing of the Fluminense Federal University (UFF). Nestled in the vibrant city of Niterói, just across the bay from Rio de Janeiro, UFF offers an exceptional setting for international events. Niterói combines the charm of beautiful beaches, cultural attractions, and a reputation for safety with a well-developed network of hotels and restaurants. The city provides a calm and welcoming atmosphere while remaining only a short and convenient ride—just minutes away by Uber—from the bustling energy of Rio de Janeiro. UFF’s modern campus and inspiring seaside views make it an ideal venue for global collaboration and exchange.

Rio de Janeiro is located nearby, connected to Niterói by the Rio–Niterói Bridge. Downtown Rio is only 21 km away, while the southern districts of Leblon and Ipanema are less than 35 km from Niterói.

Venue address: Institute of Computing of the Fluminense Federal University (UFF) - Avenue General Milton Tavares de Souza, Niterói

The campus is a 26 KM from the International Airport of Rio de Janeiro.

Contact

For any further questions, you can contact us at netmob2026@midiacom.uff.br

Source and more info: https://www.netmob.org/www26/