This workshop investigates the transformative potential of pervasive and immersive technologies in shaping smart urban life. We aim to explore how these technologies can enrich everyday urban experiences, foster civic engagement, and support inclusive, human-centered innovation in cities.We welcome contributions that expand the boundaries of immersive and pervasive technologies to improve quality of life and enable more intelligent, sustainable, and resilient urban environments. Relevant domains include (but are not limited to) urban planning, mobility, education, cultural heritage, public health, social inclusion, and participatory governance.

List of Topics

We invite researchers, practitioners, and innovators to submit papers for the Pervasive and Immersive Technologies for Smart Urban Life workshop, which investigates the transformative potential of immersive and pervasive technologies in shaping the future of smart urban life. This workshop will focus on how these technologies can redefine urban living, enhance civic participation, and promote the development of more sustainable, inclusive, healthy, and human-centered cities.

We welcome contributions that challenge the boundaries of immersive and pervasive technologies, exploring innovative ways to leverage them to improve the quality of life in smart urban environments. Topics of interest include (but are not limited to):

1. Smart Urban Planning and Development

• Urban Planning

• Smart Buildings

• Smart Farms and Industries

• Resilience and Adaptation in Smart Cities

• Green Technologies and Energy Efficiency

2. Smart Mobility and Transportation

• Urban Transportation

• IoT and Environmental Interaction

• Emergency Management Systems

• City Security Management Systems

3. Citizen Engagement and Social Interaction

• Civic Participation

• Social Interactions

• Technology Enhanced Learning

• Smart Learning

• Smart Campus

• Playable Cities

4. Health, Well-being, and Sustainability

• Healthcare

• Urban Sustainability

• Urban Well-being and Mental Health

5. Cultural Heritage and Urban Experience

• Cultural Heritage

• Urban Experience

• Urban Stimuli

6. Ethics, Privacy, and Governance

• Smart Governance and Civic Technology

• Data Privacy and Ethics in Smart Cities

• Inclusive Urban Design and Accessibility

7. Immersive and Pervasive Technologies

• Ambient Intelligence

• Artificial Intelligence in Smart Urban Systems

Committees

General Chairs

• Marco Romano - Università degli Studi Internazionali di Roma (Italy) 
• Teresa Onorati - Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (Spain)

Program Chairs

• Alessandro Frolli - Università degli Studi Internazionali di Roma (Italy)
• Domenico Bloisi - Università degli Studi Internazionali di Roma (Italy) 
• Antonella Cavallaro - Università degli Studi Internazionali di Roma (Italy)

Program Committee

• Álvaro Castro-González - Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (Spain)Michele Brienza - La Sapienza (Italy)Mattia De Rosa - Università di Salerno (Italy)Luca Simione - Università degli Studi Internazionali di Roma (Italy)Vincenzo Suriani - Università della Basilicata (Italy)Salvatore Chiarella - La Sapienza (Italy)Francrsco Pierri - Università della Basilicata (Italy)Rocco mozzillo - Università della Basilicata (Italy)Alberto Castellini - Università di Verona (Italy)

Publication

Accepted papers will be considered for publication in CEUR-WS under their Open Access Policy.

Venue

The conference will take place in Rome at the Università degli Studi Internazionali di Roma (UNINT), a young and dynamic institution that provides an ideal setting for an event focused on digital innovation. Its vibrant academic environment fosters the development and dissemination of advanced, inclusive solutions, making it a perfect venue for exploring the future of smart technologies.

Contact

All questions about submissions should be emailed to marco.romano@unint.eu