Special Session 1: Edge Computing Systems: From Devices to Infrastructure

Submission System Link: https://www.zmeeting.org/submission/iccs2026_1 (Select Special Session 1)

Organizer
Nong Si, Beijing University of Technology, China

Introduction:
The proliferation of IoT devices and the need for low-latency, privacy-preserving processing have propelled edge computing to the forefront of systems research. This session explores the full spectrum of edge computing systems, from resource-constrained microcontrollers to powerful edge nodes and the distributed infrastructure that connects them. We invite submissions on lightweight virtualization, serverless computing at the edge, data management, and security frameworks designed for this highly distributed and heterogeneous environment. We also seek work on novel applications and orchestration strategies that leverage the unique characteristics of the compute continuum.

Topics
1. Lightweight Virtualization and Containerization for Edge Devices;
2. Serverless Computing and FaaS (Function-as-a-Service) at the Edge;
3. Distributed Data Management and Stream Processing on Edge;
4. Resource Management and Scheduling in Edge-Cloud Continuum;
5. Security and Trusted Execution Environments for Edge Nodes;
6. Energy-Efficient Computing for Battery-Powered Edge Devices;
7. Edge-Native Applications: AR/VR, Industrial IoT, Smart Cities;
8. Networking and Communication Protocols for Edge Systems;
9. ML/AI Model Deployment and Inference at the Edge;
10. Fault Tolerance and Reliability in Geographically Distributed Edge Systems