SOCIETY 5.0
7th Conference: 6 June to 9 June 2027
Hosted by: FHNW University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland
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Following an era of fast-paced evolution of digital technologies, digital disruption and digital transformation, Society 5.0 refers to “A human-centered society that balances economic advancement with the resolution of social problems by a system that highly integrates cyberspace and physical space”.
As Society 5.0 aims to address social challenges and achieve a sustainable, inclusive and people-oriented society, it also contributes to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. The increasing interconnectedness of cyberspace and physical space creates new opportunities for innovation and prosperity, while also raising important questions around trust, security, responsibility, ethics and sustainability.
The Society 5.0 in 2027 focuses on aspects of interconnectedness and interaction, where the human experience and the relationship between people, technology and society are investigated through different lenses and interdisciplinary fields.
In the spirit of Society 5.0, a human-centered society, the conference brings together researchers, industry professionals, policymakers, educators and other stakeholders to explore how digital technologies can be designed and applied in ways that are human-centred, trustworthy, responsible, resilient and sustainable. You will be able to experience:
The research track covering topic areas across all research fields
The industry track where you can present, or learn about, practical experience and case studies
The workshops track where you can submit a workshop proposal or attend your workshop of choice.
The doctoral symposium where doctoral students doing research in the Society 5.0 domains can submit a summary of their research and obtain valuable input from mentors and peers.
Organization & Location
Organization & Location
The conference will be held at the Dreispitz Campus FHNW in Basel, Switzerland.
The conference series is jointly organized by the FHNW University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland, the University of Pretoria (South Africa), the University of Camerino (Italy), University of Technology (Mauritius).
Conference Tracks
Conference Tracks
Research Track
Research Track
The Research Track welcomes original research contributions addressing the broad spectrum of Society 5.0.
We encourage interdisciplinary research exploring technology, society, organisations and human interaction, including topics related to digital trust, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data governance, sustainability, digital transformation, human-system interaction and emerging technologies.
Industry Track
Industry Track
The Industry Track provides a platform for practitioners and organisations to share real-world experiences, innovative solutions and practical case studies.
We particularly welcome contributions that demonstrate how organisations are addressing challenges related to digital transformation, cybersecurity, responsible AI, data governance, digital trust and resilient digital ecosystems.
Workshops Track
Workshops Track
The Workshops Track offers an interactive environment for exploring emerging topics, challenging assumptions and developing new perspectives.
Workshops may address specific technologies, societal challenges, research questions, methodologies or practical issues relevant to Society 5.0.
Doctoral Symposium
Doctoral Symposium
The Doctoral Symposium provides doctoral researchers with an opportunity to present their research, receive constructive feedback and engage with experienced researchers and peers from different disciplines.
We particularly encourage doctoral research addressing the intersection of technology, trust, society and human-centred digital transformation.
Topics
Topics
Society 5.0 is a broad subject and therefore the list of topics covers many related subject areas. Submissions are sought on, but not limited to the following subject areas and topics.
Sustainability & Digital Responsibility
Sustainability & Digital Responsibility
Environmental sustainability and SDG alignment ESG and sustainable digital transformation Green skills and new leadership Smart homes, smart cities and smart buildings Digital responsibility and societal impact
Business Information Systems
Business Information Systems
Cyber-physical systems and Internet of Things Digital twins Digitalization of business processes Data and process mining Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Blockchain and Web3 Trustworthy and resilient digital systems
Digital Innovation, Business & Entrepreneurship
Digital Innovation, Business & Entrepreneurship
Digital transformation and business agility Digitalization of products and services Business integration strategies Emerging markets Human capital and new ways of working Circular economy Technopreneurship
Diversity, Inclusion & Digital Society
Diversity, Inclusion & Digital Society
Accessibility and inclusive technologies Gender, age and disability Inequality in software development Democratization of technological development Digital inclusion and societal participation Technology and economic development
Education & Digital Learning
Education & Digital Learning
Collaborative Online International Learning Creative teaching and learning Cross-cultural education New learning methods Lifelong learning Digital skills and competencies Trust and responsibility in digital education
Innovation, AI & Emerging Technologies
Innovation, AI & Emerging Technologies
Open innovation Big Data and analytics Innovation development AI and emerging technologies Human–AI collaboration Knowledge visualization and management Responsible and trustworthy innovation
Smart Mobility & Connected Systems
Smart Mobility & Connected Systems
Autonomous driving Mobility as a Service Smart transport Connected mobility systems Trust, safety and resilience in smart mobility
Cybersecurity, Resilience & Digital Trust
Cybersecurity, Resilience & Digital Trust
Cybersecurity and cyber resilience Data privacy and protection Risk management Business continuity Digital sovereignty Security and trust in cyber-physical systems Whistleblowing and responsible governance
Trustworthy Digital Healthcare & Care Systems
Trustworthy Digital Healthcare & Care Systems
AI for drug development and diagnosis Personalised medicine Electronic patient records Care and therapy robots Digital health and wellbeing Data governance, privacy and trust in healthcare Human-centred healthcare technologies
FinTech & Trustworthy Digital Finance
FinTech & Trustworthy Digital Finance
Future banking Sustainable finance Digital financial management Cryptocurrency and blockchain AI in financial services Digital finance, security and trust
Human-Technology Interaction
Human-Technology Interaction
Human–AI collaboration Automating knowledge work Conversational AI Social robots Human- and machine-interpretable modelling Resilient socio-technical systems Human-centred and trustworthy technology
International Collaboration & Digital Society
International Collaboration & Digital Society
Cultural differences in business Cross-cultural communication and trust Collaboration across borders, cultures and languages Digital supply chains Public sector and digital transformation International perspectives on digital trust
Submission and Dates
Submission and Dates
Research Track
Research Track
Deadline for full research paper submissions: 7 March 2027
Notification of full research paper acceptances: 23 April 2027
Camera-ready paper submissions: 9 May 2027
Workshop Track
Workshop Track
Workshop Proposal Deadline: 11 April 2027
Workshop Proposal Notifications: 23 April 2027
Industry Track
Industry Track
Industry Presentation Deadline: 11 April 2027
Industry Presentation Notifications: 23 April 2027
Doctoral Symposium
Doctoral Symposium
Doctoral Symposium Application Deadline: 28 March 2027
Doctoral Symposium Notifications: 30 April 2027
Why Basel?
Why Basel?
Basel is a city where technology, business, research and society meet.
Located at the heart of Europe and at the intersection of Switzerland, France and Germany, Basel provides an ideal setting for an international and interdisciplinary conference.
The city is home to a strong ecosystem of research institutions, universities, innovative companies, life sciences, financial services and international organisations.
Join the Conversation
Join the Conversation
Society 5.0 cannot be shaped by technology alone.
It requires dialogue between researchers and practitioners, technology and society, humans and intelligent systems, innovation and responsibility.
The Society 5.0 Conference 2027 invites you to contribute your research, experience, ideas and perspectives.
Whether you are developing new technologies, researching their societal implications, implementing digital transformation in an organisation, shaping policy or exploring the future as a doctoral researcher - your perspective matters.
Research. Connect. Challenge. Shape the Future.
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