CSPC'26

This year, CSPC carries the theme "Redefining Research Beyond the Prompt," capturing a pivotal moment in the evolution of computer science. While artificial intelligence can instantly generate answers from a simple input, true scientific breakthrough demands something deeper. It requires human curiosity to ask the unasked questions, critical thinking to challenge existing paradigms, and the resilience to navigate uncharted problem spaces.

This year’s colloquium celebrates the postgraduate researchers who look past automated outputs to pioneer authentic innovation. Across domains like intelligent systems, cybersecurity, data analytics, and software engineering, our community is pushing boundaries where algorithms alone cannot follow. "Redefining Research Beyond the Prompt" invites participants to showcase their original contributions, engage in profound academic dialogue, and collaborate across disciplines—proving that the future of technology is still fundamentally driven by human ingenuity.

Meanwhile, the CSPC'26 logo is a visual metaphor for the modern researcher's journey. The abstract graphic on the left serves as the visual anchor of the identity, explicitly reimagining the traditional AI prompt symbol (>). It captures the exact moment where human creativity and artificial intelligence intersect, taking the simplicity of a prompt command and elevating it into the complex, interconnected future of research.

Established in 2004, the Computer Science Postgraduate Colloquium (CSPC) is the flagship annual event organized by the Computer Science Postgraduate Society (CSPS) at Universiti Sains Malaysia. Since its inception, CSPC has served as a vital catalyst for postgraduate students at the School of Computer Sciences, fostering meaningful engagement with academics and industry professionals alike. By providing a dynamic platform for the exchange of cutting-edge ideas, the colloquium drives constructive discussions that contribute to national development. Most importantly, CSPC empowers research students to confidently present their work, refine their academic communication, and explore new avenues for collaboration and innovation.

Over the years, the Computer Science Postgraduate Colloquium has built a proud legacy of academic excellence and community collaboration. Each past edition highlights the evolution of our school's research priorities, celebrating the milestones, breakthrough discoveries, and innovative ideas of our alumni. Explore our previous colloquiums to see how past cohorts have shaped the vibrant research culture we enjoy today.