The International Conference on Parallel Problem Solving From Nature (PPSN) is a biannual open forum fostering the study of natural models, iterative optimization heuristics, machine learning, and other artificial intelligence approaches. PPSN was originally designed to bring together researchers and practitioners in the field of Natural Computing, the study of computing approaches that are gleaned from natural models. Today, the conference series has evolved and welcomes works on all types of iterative optimization heuristics. Notably, we also welcome submissions on connections between search heuristics and machine learning or other artificial intelligence approaches. Submissions covering the entire spectrum of work, ranging from rigorously derived mathematical results to carefully crafted empirical studies, are invited.
Important dates
Paper submission deadline:
MARCH 28, 2026 (FRIDAY)
Paper review due:
MAY 11, 2026 (MONDAY)
Notification of acceptance:
MAY 22, 2026 (FRIDAY)
Camera-ready papers due:
JUNE 12, 2026 (FRIDAY)
All information regarding the conference organization, call for papers/tutorials/workshops, submission, registration, venue, etc. will be provided and constantly updated on https://ppsn2026.disi.unitn.it