The 16th International Traffic and Transportation Conference on Advances in Mobility, Energy, Health, and Infrastructure will be held in December 2026, hosted by Islamic Azad University, Mashhad Branch, in collaboration with the Khorasan Razavi Construction Engineering Organization and the Vice Presidency for Civil Affairs, Transportation and Traffic of Mashhad Municipality.

The conference aims to strengthen collaboration among academia, industry, and urban management by providing a platform for presenting the latest research achievements, exchanging professional knowledge and experience, and discussing emerging challenges and innovative solutions in transportation, traffic engineering, energy, health, and infrastructure. Bringing together faculty members, researchers, students, engineers, consultants, managers, and industry professionals, the conference offers a valuable opportunity to foster scientific collaboration and promote interdisciplinary partnerships.

A Legacy of Excellence

Since its inception in 2007, the International Conference on Transportation and Traffic has been held continuously, addressing key challenges and emerging trends in areas such as sustainable transportation, intelligent transportation systems, traffic culture, transit-oriented development (TOD), traffic safety, smart cities, and the application of artificial intelligence in civil engineering.

The conference’s continued success reflects its position as one of the country’s leading scientific and professional events in transportation and traffic, providing an effective platform for collaboration among universities, government agencies, professional organizations, and the private sector.

Conference Objectives

The conference is organized to advance scientific knowledge, strengthen academic collaboration, and promote practical solutions in transportation and traffic. Its main objectives include:

• Providing a platform for presenting and exchanging the latest research findings.
• Strengthening collaboration among universities, research institutions, government organizations, private-sector companies, and knowledge-based enterprises.
• Introducing innovative technologies, methodologies, and approaches in transportation and traffic.
• Addressing current challenges and promoting scientific solutions for sustainable transportation.
• Supporting applied research, innovative ideas, and scientific cooperation.

Conference Themes

Scientific papers are invited under four main themes: Mobility, Energy, Health, and Infrastructure. These themes encompass a broad range of topics, including intelligent transportation systems, public transportation, active mobility, traffic safety, logistics, sustainable transportation, urban development, and emerging technologies.

Side Events

In addition to scientific paper presentations and peer-review sessions, the conference will feature training workshops, technical sessions, scientific panel discussions, specialized exhibitions, technical visits, and cultural programs. These activities are designed to strengthen interaction among researchers, policymakers, industry professionals, and practitioners while encouraging knowledge exchange and new collaborative opportunities.

Conference Approvals and Academic Recognition

The 16th International Traffic and Transportation Conference on Advances in Mobility, Energy, Health, and Infrastructure has received official authorization from the Central Organization of Islamic Azad University under Event Authorization Code: 1405-03-10-1008.

The conference is also in the process of obtaining academic indexing and other scientific recognitions, including indexing in the Islamic World Science Citation Center (ISC). Updates regarding the conference’s indexing and accreditation status will be announced on the official conference website once finalized.

Who Should Attend?

The conference welcomes faculty members, researchers, students, engineers, managers, government officials, consultants, knowledge-based companies, and all professionals interested in transportation, traffic engineering, urban planning, and civil engineering. It provides an excellent opportunity to present research, exchange knowledge, establish professional collaborations, and stay informed about the latest developments in the field.

Participants may submit their papers after completing the conference registration process and obtaining a Registration Code through the conference submission system.

Conference Vision

Building on the experience of fifteen successful editions, the 16th International Traffic and Transportation Conference seeks to strengthen dialogue and collaboration among the academic community, government authorities, and industry stakeholders. Through the exchange of innovative ideas and practical solutions, the conference aims to contribute to the advancement of transportation knowledge and the sustainable development of transportation systems.

For more information about the conference themes, side events, conference history, registration, and paper submission, please explore the relevant sections of the conference website.