LATIN AMERICAN HIGH PERFORMANCE COMPUTING CONFERENCE

Call for Papers

CONFERENCE SCOPE

The Latin America High Performance Computing Conference (CARLA) is the premier international forum dedicated to fostering the growth and technical excellence of the HPC community across Latin America and the global stage. Since its inception in 2014, CARLA has evolved into the region’s flagship event, providing a vital platform for exchanging groundbreaking ideas, novel techniques, and multidisciplinary research. Once again in 2026, we invite the international community to share advancements in both HPC and HPC4AI – interconnected fields that have become the primary engines for global innovation and industrial development.

This year’s technical program is organized into four specialized tracks:

  • Track #1: High-Performance Computing (HPC)
  • Track #2: Artificial Intelligence at HPC Scale
  • Track #3: High-Performance Computing Applications, and the
  • new Track #4: Education for High-Performance Computing.

Continuing our tradition of academic excellence, all accepted papers will be published in the Springer Communications in Computer and Information Science (CCIS) series. We invite you to explore the archived CCIS volumes from previous editions [1] to see the high-impact research featured at CARLA.

[1]: https://link.springer.com/conference/carla

VENUE AND ORGANIZATION

For the first time in its history, CARLA 2026 will be hosted in the vibrant city of Córdoba, Argentina, a destination that perfectly bridges four centuries of academic tradition with cutting-edge technological innovation. Known affectionately as “La Docta” (The Wise), Córdoba is home to the Universidad Nacional de Córdoba (UNC) – the oldest university in Argentina and the second oldest in the Americas – which serves as the local organizer. Córdoba was the cradle of “Reforma Universitaria de 1918”, a student movement that spread University democratization throughout America. Attendees will find themselves at the heart of one of Latin America’s most dynamic scientific hubs, specifically at the UNC Supercómputo (CCAD-UNC), which hosts Serafín, the second most powerful supercomputer for open research in the country.

Beyond its scientific prestige, Córdoba offers a unique cultural and tourist experience. The city center features the Jesuit Block (Manzana Jesuítica), a UNESCO World Heritage site that preserves the colonial architecture where the university was born in 1613. Delegates can enjoy the bohemian atmosphere of the Güemes neighborhood, the modern architecture of the Bicentennial Civic Center, or venture into the nearby Sierras de Córdoba – a mountain range offering breathtaking landscapes, historic Jesuitic estancias, and charming alpine-style villages like La Cumbrecita. Hosting CARLA 2026 in the Centro Cultural de la Universidad Nacional de Córdoba (CCUNC) is not just an invitation to a premier technical forum, but an opportunity to immerse yourself in the academic soul of Argentina. The conference will feature an exciting mix of sessions, including:

  • Keynote sessions
  • Invited talks from academia and industry
  • Paper presentations
  • Poster sessions
  • Workshops & tutorials
  • Networking & discussion forums

 

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

General Co-Chairs

  • Nicolás Wolovick, SCALAC/UNC, Argentina
  • Carla Osthoff, SCALAC/LNCC, Brazil

Program Co-Chairs

  • Esteban Mocskos, SCALAC/UBA, Argentina
  • Lucas Mello Schnorr, UFRGS, Brazil

 

TECHNICAL TRACKS

Track #1: High-Performance Computing (HPC)

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

  • Parallel Algorithms
  • Multicore Architectures and Accelerators
  • Parallel Programming Techniques
  • Parallel programming models, runtime systems, and middleware software
  • Parallel computer architectures
  • Grid, Cloud, and Edge Computing
  • HPC Infrastructure and Datacenters
  • Large-scale Distributed Systems
  • Industrial Computing
  • High-Performance Computing Tools
  • Quantum computing

Track #2: Artificial Intelligence at HPC Scale

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

  • Deep Learning
  • Evolutionary Computing
  • Fuzzy Systems
  • Intelligence and Cybersecurity
  • Knowledge Representation and Reasoning
  • Machine Learning
  • Natural Language Processing
  • Neural Networks
  • Social Network Analysis
  • Uncertainty in Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Vision
  • Cognitive Systems
  • Data Mining
  • Data Science

Track #3: High-Performance Computing Applications

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

  • HPC and Energy
  • HPC and Environmental Concerns
  • HPC and Life Sciences
  • HPC in Science and Engineering
  • Other HPC Applications

(NEW!) Track #4: Education for High-Performance Computing

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

  • HPC Education and Outreach
  • Professional training and workforce development initiatives
  • Pedagogical tools, materials, infrastructures, languages, and projects for HPC/PDC/DS/AI/ML/IoT/Edge education.
  • Best practices and education training

 

IMPORTANT DATES

  • Abstract Submission Deadline: May 10, 2026 AOE
  • Abstract and Paper Submission Deadline: May 24, 2026 AOE
  • Notification of Acceptance: July 12th, 2026
  • Camera-Ready Version Due: July 19, 2026 AOE
  • Conference dates: September 21 – 25, 2026

 

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

All submissions must be original, unpublished, and not currently under review by any other conference or journal. To ensure a high standard of academic excellence, CARLA 2026 employs a single-blind peer-review process, where each paper will be evaluated by at least three independent experts. Contributions must be written in English, the official language of the conference, and should not exceed 15 pages, including all figures, tables, and references.

Authors are required to format their manuscripts strictly according to the Springer LNCS style. You can find detailed formatting instructions in the Information for Authors of Springer Computer Science Proceedings [1] and download the necessary LaTeX2e Proceedings Templates [2] to assist with preparation. To submit your work, please register an account on the official submission site and follow the step-by-step instructions. For further assistance, please refer to the “Help Guides” located under the Author Guidelines section [1].

[1]: https://www.springer.com/gp/computer-science/lncs/conference-proceedings-guidelines

[2]: https://resource-cms.springernature.com/springer-cms/rest/v1/content/19238648/data/v8

Quick Checklist for Authors

  • Format: Springer LNCS Style (LaTeX preferred).
  • Length: Maximum 15 pages (references included).
  • Language: English.
  • Review Type: Single-blind (minimum 3 reviewers).
  • Originality: Must be an original, unpublished work.

 

SUBMISSION SITE

To be announced.