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Important FAQ — ISRC 2026
Find quick answers to the most common questions about the 2nd International Student Research Conference.
1. What is ISRC 2026?
The DURS 2nd International Student Research Conference (ISRC) 2026 is an international academic conference organized by the Dhaka University Research Society (DURS), in association with the Office of International Affairs, University of Dhaka.
2. What is the theme of ISRC 2026?
“Beyond Boundaries: Student-Led Research for a Transformative Future.”
3. When and where will ISRC 2026 be held?
28 December 2026 at the Senate Building, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh. The conference will be conducted in Hybrid Mode (On-site & Online).
4. What is the maximum number of co-author can collaborate in a single abstract?
A maximum number of five.
5. How many distinct abstract a author can collaborate or submit?
After September 20, having a high volume of submission, the conference committee have decided to limit the submission upto three per author. Please be noted - before September 20 whoever submitted more than three will be judged fairly. However, number of acceptance of a single aurhor completely depends on review committee decision. ISRC is bound towards fare and equal opportunity towards it's participants.
6. Who can participate in ISRC 2026?
Students, young researchers, academics, teachers/faculty members, research enthusiasts, and emerging scholars from Bangladesh and around the world can participate.
7. Do I have to be a student to submit a research paper?
No. Although ISRC focuses primarily on student-led and emerging research, researchers, teachers, faculty members, and participants from diverse academic backgrounds may participate according to the conference guidelines.
8. Can international participants join ISRC 2026?
Yes. ISRC 2026 welcomes participants and researchers from Bangladesh and other countries.
9. What research areas are accepted?
ISRC 2026 accepts research under five broad interdisciplinary tracks:
- Computer Science, AI & Data Science & Other relevant areas
- Human Mind, Behavior, Society & Other relevant areas
- Business, Law, Education, Global Affairs & Other relevant areas
- Engineering, Architecture, Applied Physical Sciences & Other relevant areas
- Health, Life Sciences, Environment, Sustainability, Humanities & Other relevant areas
10. Can interdisciplinary research be submitted?
Yes. Interdisciplinary research is highly encouraged and may be submitted under the most appropriate research track.
11. What types of presentations are available?
Accepted participants may present through Oral Presentation or Poster Presentation. Online presentation is available for eligible international presenters.
12. What is the abstract word limit?
The abstract should be 250–300 words and should generally cover the Introduction, Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
13. What information is required for abstract submission?
Applicants need to provide the research title, author details, affiliation, research track, presentation preference, four keywords, and a 250–300-word abstract. A Word document (.doc/.docx) of the abstract must also be uploaded.
14. How many keywords are required?
Four keywords are required, covering the discipline, concepts, methods/process, and geography of the research.
15. What is the abstract submission deadline?
The final deadline for abstract submission is 30 September 2026. The deadline will not be extended further.
16. Do I have to pay when submitting my abstract?
No. Abstract submission and conference registration are separate processes. Registration/payment is made after acceptance according to the applicable registration policy.
17. Will submitted abstracts be reviewed?
Yes. Submitted abstracts will undergo a double-blind peer-review process.
18. What is double-blind peer review?
It means the identities of the authors and reviewers are kept confidential from each other during the review process.
19. When will the review result be announced?
The current timeline lists 15 October 2026 as the final review & acceptence date.
20. Do I need to submit a full paper if my abstract is accepted?
Yes. Accepted authors should follow the full-paper submission requirements and deadline if they wish to proceed with the full-paper component of the conference.
21. What is the full paper submission deadline?
The current deadline is 20 November 2026.
22. Can undergraduate students submit research?
Yes. Undergraduate students are strongly encouraged to participate, including students conducting thesis, project, departmental, independent, or collaborative research.
23. Can Master's and PhD students participate?
Yes. Master's, MPhil, and PhD researchers are welcome to submit relevant research.
24. Can I submit qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods research?
Yes. Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research are all welcome.
25. Can I submit a literature review, systematic review, or meta-analysis?
Yes, provided the work demonstrates appropriate academic methodology, critical analysis, synthesis, or contribution & results.
26. Can I submit a paper with co-authors?
Yes. Co-authored and collaborative research is accepted. All authors should be properly identified and agree to the submission.
27. Can students from different universities submit one paper together?
Yes. Cross-university and interdisciplinary collaboration is encouraged.
28. Can I participate without submitting a research paper?
Yes. Participants may attend as delegates/listeners/audience members, subject to the applicable registration process.
29. Can I attend the conference online?
Yes, eligible international participants/presenters may participate online under the hybrid conference arrangements.
30. Is there a separate registration category for international participants?
Yes. ISRC 2026 has a separate registration policy for international participants. Participants should check the official registration guidelines for categories and applicable fees.
31. Will participants receive certificates?
Yes. Accepted presenters/authors and registered participants/listeners will receive applicable conference certificates according to the official certification policy.
32. Where can I submit my abstract and find the guidelines?
Abstracts can be submitted through the official ISRC 2026 website, where the submission guidelines and abstract template are also available.
33. Are AI-generated abstracts accepted?
No. AI-generated abstracts are not permitted for submission. Participants must prepare and submit their abstracts based on their own original research, analysis, and academic work.
