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International Conference on Bio-Inspired Actuation and Artificial Muscles (ICBAAM 2027)

An international forum in Gdansk, Poland where researchers from industry and academia share the latest developments in Bio-Inspired Actuation and Artificial Muscles, in person or online.

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  • LocationGdansk, Poland
  • Paper deadline

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  • Peer reviewBy two reviewers
  • ProceedingsCrossref DOI per paper
  • PresentationHybrid: in person or online
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Extended papers can be sent to associated journals, which make their own decision.

About the conference

About ICBAAM 2027

The International Conference on Bio-Inspired Actuation and Artificial Muscles (ICBAAM 2027) will be held in Gdansk, Poland on 23 February 2027. It is organised by Robotics Forum.

The goal of the conference is to bring together international researchers from industry and academia, from authorities and other institutions, to share the latest developments across the fields of Bio-Inspired Actuation and Artificial Muscles. ICBAAM is an international forum for academics, researchers and scientists to discuss results and proposals on the most important issues in the field. Everyone who wants to strengthen their knowledge is welcome to present or to get new ideas.

Papers can be presented in person, as a poster or online (the conference is held in a hybrid format), and English is the conference language.

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At a glance

Key conference information

  • Conference dates 23 February 2027
  • Location Gdansk, Poland
  • Format In person or online
  • Paper deadline 27 January 2027

Plan your participation

Important dates

Key deadlines for ICBAAM 2027.

MilestoneDate
Paper submission deadline
Last date of registration
Conference schedule mail
From the conference coordinator, after the last date of registration
Conference

Do not book tickets or hotels before you receive the conference schedule mail. Questions? Email [email protected] with your paper ID.

Call for papers

Conference topics

Original research papers, abstracts, case studies and review papers in Bio-Inspired Actuation and Artificial Muscles are welcome. Topics include, but are not limited to:

  • Bio-Inspired Designs

    • Nature-inspired mechanisms for soft robotics
    • Evolution of artificial muscle materials
    • Comparative analysis of biological and synthetic actuators
  • Actuation Mechanisms

    • Mechanical properties of bio-inspired actuators
    • Electroactive polymers in muscle-like applications
    • Magnetorheological fluids in soft actuators
  • Control Systems

    • Neuromorphic control approaches for artificial muscles
    • Adaptive systems for unpredictable environments
    • Multimodal control strategies in robotics
  • Applications in Healthcare

    • Prosthetic limbs with biofeedback capabilities
    • Wearable robotics for rehabilitation therapy
    • Artificial muscles for minimally invasive surgeries
  • Sustainability and Materials

    • Biodegradable materials for environmentally friendly actuators
    • Sustainable sourcing of raw materials
    • Life cycle assessment of artificial muscle technologies
  • Interdisciplinary Approaches

    • Collaborations between biology and engineering fields
    • Integration of AI in bio-inspired actuation
    • Ethical considerations in robotic enhancements

Papers must be original and not published or under review elsewhere. Author guidelines

Participate

Paper submission guidelines

Prepare your manuscript and follow the steps below.

  1. Prepare your paper

    Original research in English, in Word format, using the sample paper. Test the plagiarism yourself before you submit.

  2. Submit online

    Use the submission form and choose ICBAAM 2027, or email the paper before the paper submission deadline. Listeners register without a paper.

  3. Review and registration

    Each paper is peer reviewed by two reviewers. If your paper is selected, confirm your registration before the last date of registration.

Author guidelines

  • Original paper, not published before or after the conference
  • Abstract in English, 150 to 250 words, in .doc or .docx format
  • Full paper as a Word document, 4 to 10 pages
  • Correct affiliation for every author and co-author inside the paper
  • Authors inform their department head, principal or guide about the submission
  • The paper is presented by one of its authors or co-authors

Presentation formats

  • Oral: 15 minutes in total, including 5 minutes for questions. A laptop and audio visuals are provided at the venue.
  • Poster: up to 36 × 48 inches (3 × 4 ft), printed by the author and set up before the opening ceremony.
  • Online: present live on Zoom for up to 10 minutes, with a webcam, headset, an updated Chrome browser and a stable connection. A test run is arranged before the conference.

Presentation instructions

Ready to share your research?

Submit your paper or abstract by 27 January 2027. Can't use the form? Email [email protected].

Editorial standards

Peer review process

Every abstract and paper submitted to ICBAAM 2027 goes through the same steps. You can follow your submission with the paper ID in your confirmation email.

  1. Plagiarism check

    Every paper is checked with plagiarism detection software. Papers that fail the check are sent back to the author for changes.

  2. Review by two reviewers

    Each paper is peer reviewed by two internal or external Robotics Forum reviewers before it is accepted for the conference.

  3. Decision by email

    The decision is sent to your registered email address. Check your email and mobile regularly: all notifications come by email and mobile only.

  4. Registration

    If your paper is selected, confirm your registration before the last date of registration. Registrations after that date are not considered.

  5. Presentation and proceedings

    Registered papers are presented in person or online and considered for the conference proceedings, with an online DOI registered through Crossref.

  6. Journal review (optional)

    On the author's written request, a paper extended by at least 20% can be sent to an associated journal. The second review takes 25 to 60 days and the journal makes the final decision.

Publication note: conference acceptance does not guarantee journal publication. Journal review, acceptance, fees and indexing are decided by the journal. Full review process

Programme

Tentative conference schedule

The usual plan of the presentation day. The detailed programme is sent to each attendee as soon as it is available.

Presentation day ·

  1. Registration

    9:00 – 9:30

    Sign in at the registration counter and collect your conference materials.

  2. Opening ceremony and keynote session

    9:30 – 10:00

    The conference chair opens the conference and the keynote speakers share their research. A group photo is taken during the break.

  3. Technical session

    10:00 – 12:00

    The session chair starts on time and grades each presentation; each presentation is up to 15 minutes, including questions.

  4. Lunch

    12:00 – 13:00

    Tell us your meal choice (vegetarian or non-vegetarian) when you confirm your registration.

  5. Technical session

    13:00 – 16:00

    Oral, poster and online presentations, up to 15 minutes each, including questions.

  6. Closing ceremony

    16:00 – 17:00

    The best papers are announced and the certificates are awarded. Best presentations may also be announced right after each session.

Timings may change. Please check with [email protected] before making travel arrangements.

Join ICBAAM 2027

Registration and payment

Choose your category and participation mode, then pay online. At least one author of every accepted paper must register by 3 February 2027 for the paper to appear in the proceedings and the programme.

Select your registration category

Fees in US dollars for conferences in Europe, the Americas, Africa and Oceania. Click Make payment to pay securely on conferencepay.com.

Registration fee
Category Registration fee
Academician / Practitioner
Research ScholarPhD / Post Doc.
Student (Masters)All Masters / M-Tech / ME / MCA / MBA / MBBS / MS
Student (Bachelors)All Bachelors / B-Tech / BE
ListenerWithout paper
Virtual PresenterAcademician / Practitioner / all students
Virtual ListenerWithout paper
Certificate for each co-author
Certificate and proceeding copy for each co-author
Lunch for an additional guest
Certificate, proceeding and conference logo bag for each co-author

Please send us your mobile (or WhatsApp) number so the conference team can contact you.

Other amount? Use the payment page.

Attending the conference

  • Show your original identity card at the venue
  • Reach the venue within the reporting time
  • No other person can attend without the organiser's prior permission by email
  • A laptop and audio visuals are provided for presentations

After payment

Email the filled registration form, your payment receipt and your mobile (or WhatsApp) number to [email protected]. Forms are in the downloads.

Good to know

If the online payment fails, you can pay by bank transfer or cash deposit (details in your acceptance letter). Registration fees are not refunded after cancellation or after an invitation letter has been issued. Read the rules and regulations before you register.

Research outcomes

Publication opportunities

Registered papers of ICBAAM 2027 are considered for the conference proceedings, published online in the World Research Library. Each paper is assigned an online DOI registered through Crossref, and all participants earn CPD hours.

On the author's written request, an extended paper (at least 20% more) can be sent to an associated international journal. The journal reviews the paper and decides; the author pays the journal's publication cost, and the review can take at least three months.

Journal indexing (Scopus, Web of Science and others) is decided by the journal and the indexing services. No indexing outcome is guaranteed.

  • Crossref DOI

    Each paper gets an online DOI, for long-term access and correct citation.

    Included
  • CPD hours

    All participants earn Continuing Professional Development hours.

    Included
  • International journals

    Extended papers (20% more) can be sent to associated journals on request.

    Journal decides
  • Awards

    Best Speaker, Best Poster, Outstanding Young Scientists and more.

    By the session chair

Who can participate

Who should attend?

ICBAAM 2027 is open to the research, academic and professional community, as an author, speaker or listener.

  • Academicians and scientists

    Academicians, scientists and research scholars presenting original research.

  • Students

    Master's and Bachelor's students, at a student fee.

  • Industry and government

    Industrialists, exhibitors, product developers, solution providers and government officials.

  • Listeners

    Delegates who attend the sessions without a paper, in person or online.

Why participate

Benefits of attending

Why researchers and professionals attend ICBAAM 2027.

  • Meet experts

    Interact with international speakers and connect with industry experts at the conference.

  • Global networking

    Network with peers and exchange ideas with researchers from around the world.

  • Present your research

    Showcase your latest research as an oral, poster or virtual presentation.

  • New ideas

    Learn in a new space and pick up new tips and tactics from other fields.

  • Certification and CPD hours

    Presentation or participation certificate, and CPD hours for all participants.

  • Awards

    Best Speaker, Best Poster and Outstanding Young Scientists awards at the conference.

Conference awards

Conference venue in Gdansk, Poland

Location

Meet us in Gdansk, Poland

Hampton By Hilton Gdansk Old Town

Address: Lektykarska 4 , 80-831 GdaA„sk, Poland

Hotel Details:

Boasting a 24-hour fitness centre, a conference centre and a restaurant, Hampton By Hilton Gdansk Old Town is located in Gdańsk, a 2-minute walk away from the Neptun Fountain. The accommodation features free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk.

The daily breakfast offers continental and buffet options in a Breakfast Zone. The hotel also features a Living Zone, as well as a free, 24-hour Work Zone with access to the computer and the printer.

All rooms are non-smoking and air-conditioned. A 24-hour snack bar as well as an underground parking are also available.

The nearest airport is GdaÅ„sk Lech Wałęsa Airport, 12 km from the property. Dworzec GÅ‚ówny Railway Station is 900 m away, while Galeria BaÅ‚tycka is 5 km from the hotel.

Please check this page for the confirmed venue before booking travel or accommodation.

Academic leadership

Advisory committee

Members of the Robotics Forum advisory committee who support the academic programme.

  • Portrait of Dr.M.RAJMAL JOSHI

    Dr.M.RAJMAL JOSHI

    Ph.D MIEEE,LMISTE ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DEPT OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING PANIMALAR ENGINEERING…

  • Portrait of P. Kumar Babu

    P. Kumar Babu

    Principal and Professor for Shri Venkateswara Engineering College, Nellore, SPSR Nellore, Andhra Pradesh…

  • Portrait of Bhargava Teja Nukala

    Bhargava Teja Nukala

    Texas Tech University, Dept. of Electrical and Computer Engineering,Lubbock, USADecember2016 • Master of…

  • Portrait of ABHAS KUMAR SINGH

    ABHAS KUMAR SINGH

    B.Tech in Electrical & Electronics Engineering Chhattisgarh Swami Vivekanand Technical University Bhilai…

  • Portrait of Vamsi Krishna

    Vamsi Krishna

    Senior Software Engineer

  • Portrait of Dr. Lok Raj Sharma

    Dr. Lok Raj Sharma

    Associate Professor of English

  • Portrait of Prof. Dr. Redzuan Sofian

    Prof. Dr. Redzuan Sofian

    Dr.h.c.,DBA, BDA-HRM, Ed.D, MBA, MSc

  • Portrait of Maryam Azarian

    Maryam Azarian

    Department Bioanalytical Ecotoxicology, Helmholtz-Centre for Environmental Research – UFZ, Leipzig, Germany

  • Portrait of Sarthak Srivastava

    Sarthak Srivastava

    SENIOR DEVOPS ENGINEER

  • Portrait of PROF HARVARD

    PROF HARVARD

    Assistant professor in dept. of Sharir Kriya at LKR

  • Portrait of Basava Gudivaka

    Basava Gudivaka

    Senior RPA-UiPath Developer

  • Portrait of MD NADIL KHAN

    MD NADIL KHAN

    Master science and Information Technology in Washington science and technology

Full advisory committee

Research with impact

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Robotics Forum conferences support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by promoting responsible research and global knowledge exchange. Research in Bio-Inspired Actuation and Artificial Muscles often connects with goals such as these:

  • Goal 3: Good health
  • Goal 4: Quality education
  • Goal 7: Clean energy
  • Goal 9: Industry and innovation
  • Goal 13: Climate action
  • Goal 17: Partnerships

Examples only. Robotics Forum is not affiliated with or endorsed by the United Nations.

Conference organiser

About Robotics Forum

Robotics Forum is a not-for-profit professional association which promotes research and development. It produces conferences, meetings, workshops and symposia in all major fields of science, technology, mechanical engineering and robotics.

Its events help people from diverse industries enhance their skills and form a common platform for researchers, academicians, professionals and business figures, with the motto of creating a better tomorrow through advanced technology and sustainable development.

Robotics Forum

Organiser details

Organisation:
Robotics Forum

Need to know

Frequently asked questions

Where can I submit my research paper for a Robotics Forum conference?

Follow the submission guidelines and use the online paper submission form on the website. You can also email your paper to [email protected]. The paper template (sample paper) can be downloaded from the website.

How long is an oral or poster presentation?

Each presentation is scheduled for about 10 to 15 minutes, including time for questions and discussion. Bring your presentation file on a USB drive or your own laptop.

Does Robotics Forum offer poster presentation sessions?

Yes. Accepted posters are shown in the poster presentation session and included in the conference proceedings. The recommended poster size is 36 × 48 inches (3 × 4 feet). Bring a printed poster, put it up before the conference starts and take it down after the poster session.

Can I present online instead of attending in person?

Yes. Robotics Forum conferences are held in a hybrid format. Virtual presenters present by video conference (Zoom) for up to 10 minutes; choose the virtual presenter fee when you register.

Where will my accepted paper be published?

Accepted and registered papers are considered for the official conference proceedings, and each paper is assigned an online DOI registered through Crossref. Extended papers can also be sent to an associated international journal on the author's written request; the journal reviews the paper and charges its own publication fee.

When will I receive my registration payment receipt?

An official receipt for the registration fee is given at the onsite registration desk at the venue. If you need an electronic receipt before the event, contact the conference secretariat.

How can I request an invitation letter for my visa?

Registered authors and participants receive an official invitation letter by email on request. Robotics Forum supports the visa documents, but only the embassy or consulate decides on the visa. Apply early, as processing times vary.

Is it compulsory to stay at the conference hotel?

No. Staying at the conference hotel is optional. You can book any accommodation that suits your preferences and budget.

All frequently asked questions

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