3rd International Conference for Engineering Sciences

Plagiarism policy

Policy overview

The NUSTPAS conference follows strict anti-plagiarism policies. All submitted papers are checked using Crossref Similarity Check powered by Turnitin before being forwarded to the scientific committee for review. Any submission found to contain plagiarism may be rejected at any stage of the review or publication process.

Similarity threshold

Authors are required to check their manuscripts using licensed plagiarism detection tools (for example Turnitin or iThenticate) before submission.

• Total similarity must not exceed 18% (including self-content).
• Proper citation and paraphrasing are mandatory.

Ethical guidelines

• No plagiarism or self-plagiarism is allowed in any form.
• Content taken from other sources must be properly paraphrased and cited.
• Do not copy text, figures, tables or data without proper attribution.
• Permission must be obtained for any copyrighted material used.
• All reused concepts, models, figures, tables or conclusions must be properly referenced.
• Papers may be rejected immediately if ethical violations are detected.

For more information about plagiarism detection and similarity checks, visit turnitin.com.

Submission requirements

General policy

Articles submitted to the conference must meet all submission criteria and must not be under consideration for publication elsewhere. We firmly believe that ethical conduct is a fundamental principle of academic research; any act of plagiarism or academic misconduct is strictly unacceptable.

Sanctions for misconduct

1. Reject the submitted article or remove it from final publication.
2. Report the violation to the author's supervisor(s) and affiliated institution(s).
3. Notify relevant academic ethics bodies and research funding agencies.
4. Publicly disclose the author(s) name(s), article title, affiliated institution(s) and details of the misconduct.

Who should attend

This conference is designed for members of academia as well as professionals from non-profit, public and private sectors interested in the latest developments in applied science.

• Faculty members, lecturers, master's students and PhD candidates
• Advisors, counsellors, career officers, teaching and research assistants
• Researchers, scientists and engineers (civil, environmental, electrical, mechanical and others)
• Computer scientists, software developers and IT professionals
• Technicians, information specialists, public administrators and policymakers
• Data scientists, analysts and AI specialists
• Information security and network management experts
• Engineering educators and trainers
• Members of local and international non-profit organizations
• Private sector professionals in engineering and technology fields

Registration policy

Privacy & data protection

Registrant contact information is not shared with third parties without your consent. Information is primarily used to verify registration and to notify you about related academic events organized by the conference. Your contact details may be shared with sponsors only upon your explicit consent during registration.

Collection of information

We collect information you provide directly when registering, filling forms or communicating with us. This may include your email address, mailing address and other relevant contact or identification details required for event participation.

Use of information

• Provide, maintain and improve conference services
• Process registrations, transactions, confirmations and invoices
• Send updates, technical notices and administrative messages
• Respond to inquiries and provide support

Sharing of information

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties. For specific events you may choose to share your contact information with sponsors for promotions or offers, and you may opt out at any time.

Important notes

1. At least one author of each accepted paper must complete registration before the deadline.
2. Student registration applies only to the first author who is currently a student.
3. Listeners (non-authors) are welcome to register without submitting papers.

Registration fee includes

• 15-minute oral or poster presentation for each presenter
• Conference proceedings (for registered authors)
• Official conference program and certificate of participation
• Lunch and coffee breaks
• Access to all conference sessions

Peer review policy (double-blind)

The NUSTPAS conference follows a double-blind review process for all submitted papers. Each paper is initially screened using Turnitin plagiarism software. Papers that pass the similarity check are assigned by the scientific committee to 3–5 independent reviewers for evaluation using structured forms aligned with publishing standards.

1. Similarity check: Turnitin screening for originality.
2. Reviewer assignment: 3–5 reviewers, double-blind.
3. Decision: accepted, minor revisions, major revisions or rejected.
4. Timeline: review typically takes up to two weeks; revisions must be completed within two weeks.

Full paper submission guidelines

Use Times New Roman 10 pt for main text (endnotes and index: 8 pt). All text must be single-spaced. Maximum length is 5000 words including abstract and references. Use Find & Replace to convert double spaces into single spaces until none remain.

References must follow the Harvard referencing style. Use JPEG for grayscale photos at a minimum of 150 dpi, embedded in the Word file, and ensure figures fit the page size (115 mm × 180 mm) to avoid resizing issues.

Submission system

Submission requirements

All submissions must be written in English and prepared using the official conference Microsoft Word template in accordance with the conference proceedings guidelines.

• Minimum length: 8 pages
• Maximum length: 14 pages (including tables, figures and references)

Plagiarism screening

All submitted papers are screened using Crossref Similarity Check powered by Turnitin before being forwarded for peer review. Any paper found to contain plagiarism will be automatically rejected at any stage of the review process.

Peer review process

Papers that pass the plagiarism check are assigned to the scientific committee and reviewed by 2–3 expert reviewers. Reviewers evaluate submissions based on standardized evaluation criteria, and the final decision is taken by the editor.

Review decisions

• Accepted
• Accepted with minor revisions
• Accepted with major revisions
• Rejected

Review timeline & notification

The review process typically takes up to two weeks and authors receive detailed feedback upon completion. If revisions are required, authors have up to two weeks to address reviewer comments and resubmit. Upon acceptance, further registration instructions are sent by email.

Proofreading, editing & cancellation policy

Proofreading & editing services

To ensure that accepted and recommended manuscripts are clear, accurate and professionally presented, papers referred for proofreading and editing services are subject to a separate service fee based on the total number of words.

1. Proofreading: correction of grammar, punctuation, spelling, typographical mistakes and language inconsistencies.
2. Editing: improvement of clarity, sentence structure, flow, readability and academic writing style.
3. Critical feedback: comments and suggestions to strengthen the paper and improve overall presentation.
4. Formatting: adjustment of fonts, spacing, margins, headings, pagination, tables and layout.
5. Referencing: checking and revising references to align with the prescribed citation style.

Conference partner: proofreading and editing services are provided by our official partner PaperTrue. For details visit www.papertrue.com.

NUSTPAS 2026 — registration fees

Registration fees are categorized for national and international participants.

The registration fee is applied per paper. At least one author must complete registration. Registration does not include accommodation or additional services.

Registration details

1. Ensure you select the correct category before payment. Fees are non-refundable.
2. Payment receipts will be issued after verification.
3. Keep proof of transaction for verification purposes.
4. Check the conference website regularly for updates.
5. Each presenter and participant must register individually.
6. Only registered participants are allowed to attend the conference.
7. Separate registration is required for each participant.
8. At least one author must register within the deadline for inclusion in proceedings.
9. Conference materials and sessions are accessible to registered participants only.
10. The organizing committee is not responsible for incorrect transactions.

Submit your research paper

Authors are invited to submit original research papers to the NUSTPAS conference. All submissions must follow the official conference template and will undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process before acceptance.

Paper submission

Full papers must be submitted through the official Microsoft CMT system. Authors should ensure that all submission requirements, formatting rules, plagiarism policies and review guidelines are fully satisfied before uploading their manuscripts. Please select the correct conference when logging into the CMT submission system.

Conference registration

Researchers, academics, industry professionals and participants without paper submissions are welcome to register and attend. Registered participants gain access to all scientific sessions, keynote speeches, networking opportunities and conference materials.

Download section

Download templates, read guidelines and complete the submission checklist before final upload.

Submission requirements

• Plagiarism should be less than 10% excluding references; keep the Turnitin report with the manuscript.
• Use of AI-generated writing is strictly prohibited.
• No grammatical errors; high language clarity is expected.
• Do not copy figures or tables from other papers or the internet. Figures must be high resolution.
• Page limit: minimum 8 pages and maximum 9 pages after compliance with the publisher format.
• Each paper must contain an abstract of 150–200 words and 4–5 keywords.
• All table and figure numbers must be mentioned in the manuscript.
• All reference numbers and citations must be appropriately cited inside the manuscript.
• Tables must not be images.
• All mathematical equations must be prepared using a maths editor; no equation images.
• Maintain high-definition figure quality.

Attendance rules

NUSTPAS welcomes participants from academia, research institutions, non-profit organizations and public or private sector entities interested in the latest advancements in applied engineering science and technology.

University faculty & academic staff

• Faculty members and lecturers
• Master's students and PhD candidates
• Academic advisors and counsellors
• Career officers, teaching and research assistants

Researchers, scientists & analysts

• Researchers and scientists
• Data scientists and analysts
• Technicians and information professionals
• Public administrators and policymakers

Engineering & technology professionals

• Engineers: civil, environmental, electrical, marine, mechanical, automotive and others
• Private sector professionals in engineering and technology
• Engineering educators and trainers
• Government contractors and regulatory authorities

Computer science, IT & security

• Computer scientists and IT engineers
• Software developers and coding specialists
• Information security and network management experts
• Members of non-profit organizations in engineering and technology

Payment information

NUSTPAS offers multiple payment options to support international authors and participants. The methods below are available once your paper has been selected for the conference.

1. Bank account transfer

Recommended for institutional payments. Make a direct transfer to the official conference bank account. This option is suitable for universities and organizations and supports international transfers where available.

2. PayPal

Pay using PayPal for quick confirmation and convenient cross-border transactions. Suitable for authors who prefer digital payments.

3. Western Union

Use Western Union if banking access is limited or a transfer agent is preferred. You will receive the receiver details and reference steps by email.

4. Debit / credit card

Pay using a debit or credit card via the official payment gateway link. This is usually the fastest method for immediate confirmation.

Iraq eVisa information

International participants who require a visa to enter Iraq are advised to complete the eVisa application well before their travel date. Participants attending from outside Iraq should review the official visa requirements in advance and complete their application through the official Iraq eVisa portal.

The Iraq eVisa platform provides an online process for eligible travellers to submit visa requests and upload the required documents. Applicants should ensure that all information entered is accurate and that supporting documents are prepared before submission.

Before you apply

• Check your eligibility for the Iraq eVisa.
• Prepare your passport and supporting documents.
• Apply early to allow enough processing time.
• Use accurate personal and travel information.
• Keep a copy of your application confirmation.

Refund policy

Please read the following policy carefully before completing your registration. By registering for the conference, all participants acknowledge and accept the refund terms stated below.

No refund policy

All registration fees paid for the NUSTPAS conference are strictly non-refundable. Once registration has been completed and payment has been successfully processed, no refund requests will be accepted under any circumstances.

This policy applies to all cases, including but not limited to:

• Cancellation by the participant
• Failure to attend the conference
• Visa rejection or visa delay
• Travel issues or personal emergencies
• Scheduling conflicts
• Submission withdrawal after payment