This section outlines the fundamental requirements and procedures for submitting a full paper to the 47th Asian Conference on Remote Sensing (ACRS) 2026. Authors must follow these guidelines carefully to ensure a smooth submission and review process.
All authors must strictly adhere to the provided guidelines when preparing their full paper for submission. These guidelines ensure consistency in formatting, enhance readability, and maintain high academic standards.
Any deviation from the specified format may result in the rejection of the submission or require additional revisions. Authors are strongly encouraged to review their documents thoroughly to confirm compliance with all formatting and content requirements before submission.
Submitting the full paper early is highly encouraged, as it allows sufficient time for the review process to be conducted effectively.
Early submission also gives authors ample opportunity to revise their papers based on reviewer feedback before the final acceptance deadline.
Only authors who have received an official acceptance of their abstract are eligible to submit a full paper.
If an abstract has not been accepted, the author(s) will not be permitted to submit a full paper.
All full papers must be prepared using the official ACRS 2026 template provided by the organizing committee.
Papers must be submitted in PDF format to prevent compatibility issues across devices.
Authors must submit their full papers through the official ACRS 2026 online submission system announced on the conference website.
The submission deadline will be strictly enforced, and late submissions will not be accepted unless special extensions are announced.
Authors who wish to withdraw their paper after submission must submit a formal written request with a valid reason.
Withdrawal requests after the review process begins will only be granted under exceptional circumstances.
Files must follow this naming convention:
ACRS2026_FirstAuthorLastName_TitleKeyword.pdf
Example: ACRS2026_Smith_UrbanMapping.pdf
The official language of ACRS 2026 is English.
Authors whose native language is not English are advised to seek professional editing assistance.
The length of the paper should be between 4,000 and 8,000 words, inclusive of references and supplementary materials.
Submitted manuscripts must present original, unpublished work.
Plagiarism or simultaneous submission to other conferences or journals will result in immediate rejection.
This section details the precise formatting specifications that authors must follow when preparing their full paper submissions for ACRS 2026. Consistent formatting is crucial for ensuring a uniform appearance across all publications, facilitating the review process, and enhancing the readability of the final document.
The paper must be formatted for A4 paper size, which measures 21 cm in width and 29.7 cm in height. This is a standard international paper size and must be used to maintain consistency.
All margins—top, bottom, left, and right—must be set to 1 inch (2.54 cm). These margins should be applied consistently throughout the entire document.
The title of the paper should be formatted using 14-point Times New Roman font. It should be in bold and use title case, where all major words are capitalized.
The main body of the paper, including paragraphs, section headings, and figure/table captions, should be in 12-point Times New Roman font.
Footnotes should be formatted in 10-point font and used only when necessary for supplementary information.
The entire document, including the abstract, body text, references, and appendices, must be formatted with 1.5 line spacing.
The total length of the full paper must be between 4,000 and 8,000 words, including references, tables, figures, and supplementary materials.
Manuscripts must be written in clear and grammatically correct scientific English. Authors whose native language is not English are encouraged to use professional editing services.
Note: Adhering to these formatting requirements is essential for the acceptance of your submission to ACRS 2026.
This section delineates the required organizational structure of the full paper. A well-defined structure is essential for clarity, logical flow, and ease of navigation, enabling readers to follow the research narrative effectively.
The title of the paper should be concise, informative, and representative of the research’s core content.
It should be formatted in 14-point Times New Roman font, boldfaced, and centered on the page.
This section provides essential information about the authors and their institutional affiliations.
Author names should include details such as department, institution, city, and country and should be formatted in 11-point Times New Roman font, centered.
Authors should provide 4–5 keywords representing the main topics of the research.
Keywords should be formatted in italic 12-point Times New Roman font and listed in alphabetical order.
The abstract should summarize the purpose, methods, results, and conclusions of the paper.
It should contain 300–350 words, formatted in 11-point Times New Roman with 1.5 line spacing, and must not contain citations.
The introduction should provide background information, explain the research motivation, and clearly state the objectives of the study.
The heading “Introduction” should be formatted in 12-point bold font.
The main body includes the methodology, literature review, and results and discussion sections. It should be divided into subsections with clear bold headings.
This section describes the research design, data sources, algorithms, instruments, and procedures used in the study.
This section reviews previous research and demonstrates how the current study contributes to the existing body of knowledge.
This section presents the research findings and provides interpretation, significance, and limitations of the results.
The conclusions summarize the key findings and highlight their significance. Recommendations for future research may also be included.
All references must follow the APA 7th Edition style and should be arranged alphabetically by the first author's last name.
Note: Authors are encouraged to review their manuscripts carefully to ensure compliance with all structural requirements.
This section outlines the guidelines for presenting author information and their respective affiliations. Accurate and consistent author information is crucial for proper attribution of research, facilitating communication, and enabling readers to identify the authors’ institutional context.
The full names of all authors should be included in the manuscript. Authors should be listed using their given names and family names (e.g., John J.A.T., Perera C.M.D.).
These names should be formatted in 11-point Times New Roman font and centered directly below the title of the paper to ensure clear identification of all contributors.
Superscript numerals should be used to associate each author with their specific affiliation. A unique numeral should be assigned to each affiliation (e.g., 1, 2, 3), and the corresponding numeral should appear immediately after the author’s name.
Example: 1 Department of Geospatial Sciences, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka
The corresponding author should be clearly identified by placing an asterisk (*) immediately after their name.
The email address of the corresponding author should be provided for communication purposes and formatted in 10-point Times New Roman font, centered below the affiliations.
Note: Authors must carefully review this section to ensure that all author names and affiliations are accurate and formatted according to the specified guidelines.
This section details the requirements for the keywords, which are crucial components of a research paper, facilitate indexing and retrieval of the paper.
Keywords help improve indexing and discoverability of the paper. Authors should provide 4–5 keywords representing the core topics of the research.
Keywords should be formatted in italic, 12-point Times New Roman font.
Keywords should be listed in alphabetical order.
Authors should choose specific and relevant terms that accurately describe the research. Generic words such as “and” or “of” should be avoided.
Example: Remote sensing, Sustainability, GIS, Urban planning
Note: A well-written abstract and carefully selected keywords significantly improve the discoverability and impact of the research.
This section details the structure and content guidelines for the main body of the paper, which presents the core research, analysis, and findings. A well-organized and clearly written main body is essential for effectively communicating the research to the ACRS 2026 audience.
The main body of the paper should be divided into clearly defined sections and subsections, each with a concise and informative subheading. Subheadings should be formatted in bold, 12-point Times New Roman font to create a clear hierarchy and improve readability. Common subheadings include Introduction, Methodology, Results, Discussion, and Conclusions.
Example: Methodology, Results and Discussion
The introduction should provide background information and clearly define the research problem or knowledge gap addressed by the study. It should also outline the objectives of the research and briefly describe the structure of the paper.
The methodology section should describe the research design, data sources, data collection procedures, tools, instruments, and analytical methods used in the study. It should be detailed enough to allow other researchers to replicate the study.
The results section should present the findings clearly and objectively. Data should be presented using tables, figures, and other visual elements where appropriate. Authors should refer to the official ACRS 2026 template for formatting tables and figures.
The discussion section should interpret the research findings in relation to the research objectives and existing literature. It should analyze the significance of the results, discuss their implications, and compare them with previous studies.
Throughout the main body of the paper, authors should maintain technical clarity and precision. The writing should be logical, coherent, and easy to follow.
Authors should avoid redundancy and ensure that each section contributes meaningfully to the overall narrative of the research.
The tone of the writing should remain scholarly and professional, reflecting the rigor and integrity of the research.
Note: The main body of the paper is the core of the submission where authors present their research in detail. Proper structure and clarity are essential for effective communication of research findings.
This section provides detailed guidelines on how to format the list of references in your full paper. Accurate and consistent referencing is crucial for acknowledging the work of others, providing credibility to your research, and enabling readers to locate the sources you cited.
All references must be formatted according to the 7th edition of the American Psychological Association (APA) style guide.
Authors are responsible for ensuring that all citations and references follow the official APA 7th edition guidelines.
Detailed instructions and examples can be found on the official APA website and other academic resources.
References must be arranged alphabetically according to the last name of the first author. This ordering helps readers quickly locate specific sources.
For online sources, include the Digital Object Identifier (DOI) whenever available. A DOI provides a permanent link to the digital content.
If a DOI is not available, include the full URL of the source so that readers can easily access the referenced material.
The format for a journal article includes the author’s last name and initials, year of publication, title of the article, journal name, volume number, and page range.
Example:
Sharma, J. K. (2003). Object-oriented image analysis for urban land cover mapping. Indian Journal of Geo-Informatics, 6, 15–30.
The format for a book includes the author’s last name and initials, year of publication, book title, edition (if applicable), and publisher.
Example:
Kumar, K. J., & Verma, K. (2001). Cartography: Visualization of geospatial data (1st ed.). CRC Press.
Online Source
For online sources, include the author or organization, publication date (or n.d. if not available), title of the page, retrieval date, and URL.
Example:
Rakesh-Kumar. (n.d.). Avanta. Retrieved February, 2017, from https://www.rakesh-kumar.com/dictionary/avanta
Note: Authors must ensure that every source cited in the text is included in the reference list and that all references strictly follow the APA 7th edition formatting style.