Themes & Topics

Congress Themes
& Scientific Topics

The ISPRS 2026 Congress will showcase cutting-edge research, innovative applications, and collaborative advancements across the fields of photogrammetry, remote sensing, and spatial information sciences. The scientific program is structured around a series of carefully curated themes and topics that reflect the diverse and evolving interests of the global geospatial community.

Sensor Systems

Satellite Missions and Constellations for Remote Sensing
Mobile Mapping Technology
Multispectral, Hyperspectral and Thermal Sensors
LiDAR, Laser Altimetry and Sensor Integration
Microwave and InSAR Technology for Earth Observation
Orientation, Calibration and Validation of Sensors
Data Quality and Benchmark of Sensors
Multi-sensor Modelling and Cross-modality Fusion
Robotics for Mapping and Machine Intelligence (cross-thematic)
Autonomous Sensing Systems and their Applications (cross-thematic)
Digital Construction: Reality Capture, Automated Inspection, and Integration to BIM (cross-thematic)

Photogrammetry

Image Orientation and Fusion
Point Cloud Generation and Processing
3D Scene Reconstruction for Modeling & Mapping
AI/ML for Geospatial Data
Temporal Geospatial Data Understanding
Cultural Heritage Data Acquisition and Processing
Underwater Data Acquisition and Processing
Environmental & Infrastructure Monitoring
Vision Metrology
Autonomous Sensing Systems and their Applications (cross-thematic)
Digital Construction: Reality Capture, Automated Inspection, and Integration to BIM (cross-thematic)
Planetary Remote Sensing and Mapping (cross-thematic)
Openness in Geospatial Science and Remote Sensing (cross-thematic)

Remote Sensing

Remote Sensing Data Processing and Understanding
Spectral and Thermal Data Processing and Analytics
Active Microwave Remote Sensing
Landuse and Landcover Change Detection
Remote Sensing for Inclusive Pathways to Equality and Environmental Health
Remote Sensing of the Atmosphere
Remote Sensing of the Hydrosphere and Cryosphere
Remote Sensing for Agricultural and Natural Ecosystems
Geospatial Environment and Health Analytics
Planetary Remote Sensing and Mapping (cross-thematic)
Disaster Management (cross-thematic)
Remote Sensing Data Quality (cross-thematic)
Global Mapping for SDGs (cross-thematic)
Openness in Geospatial Science and Remote Sensing (cross-thematic)

Spatial Information Science

Spatial Data Representation and Interoperability
Artificial Intelligence and Uncertainty Modeling in Spatial Analysis
Geo-computation and Geo-simulation
Data Management for Spatial Scenarios
Extended Reality and Visual Analytics
Human Behaviour and Spatial Interactions
Intelligent Systems in Sensor Web and IoT
Digital Twins for Mobility and Navigation
Spatially Enabled Urban and Regional Digital Twins
Applied Spatial Science for Public Health
Cultural Heritage Visualization and Virtual Restoration
Grid Modelling for Full-space Integration and Calculation
Robotics for Mapping and Machine Intelligence (cross-thematic)
Disaster Management (cross-thematic)
Remote Sensing Data Quality (cross-thematic)
Global Mapping for SDGs (cross-thematic)
Openness in Geospatial Science and Remote Sensing (cross-thematic)
Spatial Information Science Education (cross-thematic)

Education and Outreach

Education and Training through Curricula Development and Enhanced Learning Practices
Regional and International Education Programs
Open-Source Promotion and Web-based Resource Sharing
Education and Awareness in Disaster Risk Management
Education and Awareness in Blue Economy and Coastal Marine Environment
Innovative Technologies in Training Civil Engineers and Architects
Spatial Information Science Education (cross-thematic)