2026 IEEE International Conference on Acoustics, Speech, and Signal Processing
4-8 May 2026, Barcelona, Spain
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Social Events

Welcome to the heart of ICASSP 2026, where the conversations continue beyond the sessions and the community comes alive. Our social events are designed to spark collaboration and create memorable experiences with colleagues from around the world. Join us as we blend academia, networking and culture into an unforgettable series of events.

Welcome Reception

Monday, 4 May 2026, 19:00 – 21:30
CCIB (Exhibition Area)

The Welcome Reception will be held in the Exhibition Area of CCIB on Monday, May 4, from 19:00 to 21:30.

We look forward to welcoming you there!

 

 

Gala Dinner

Wednesday, 6 May 2026, 19:30 – 22:00
CCIB (Banquet Hall, second floor)

The Gala Dinner will be held in the Banquet Hall (second floor of the CCIB) on Wednesday, May 6, from 19:30 to 22:00.

We look forward to seeing you there!

 

 

PROGRESS LGBTQ+ Networking Reception

Tuesday, 5 May 2026, 21:00 – 23:00
AXEL HOTEL BARCELONA (Aribau 33, L’Eixample, 08011, Barcelona)

Join us at the PROGRESS LGBTQ+ Networking Reception for an inclusive night of socializing and networking with LGBTQ+ engineers and allies in the ICASSP Community. Enjoy complimentary refreshments while supplies last, followed by a cash bar. All are welcome! No registration is required to attend.

 

 

Young Professionals

Young Professionals Networking Event

Tuesday, 5 May 2026, 18:30 – 20:30
SeaSeaClub (directions)

Join the IEEE Signal Processing Society Young Professionals for a networking reception at SeaSeaClub after the conference sessions! The YP Networking event will be held at the restaurant which is located on the 2nd-floor of the SeaSeaClub and is just a short walk from the conference venue. Enjoy horizon views from the restaurant or the outside terrace while you unwind with your colleagues to discuss careers, entrepreneurship, and opportunities in a fun and casual setting.

 

 

Women in Signal Processing Luncheon

Join us at the IEEE Women in Signal Processing Luncheon for an enlightening panel discussion featuring accomplished women from academia and industry within the signal processing community. This event is a unique opportunity to hear personal stories, experiences, and insights on overcoming challenges and achieving success in their careers. It is an excellent occasion for networking, connecting with peers, and drawing inspiration from the journeys of our speakers. Take advantage of this chance to be part of an engaging conversation and celebrate the achievements of women in signal processing.

From FFT to GPT – My Journey as a Woman in Signal Processing

Wednesday, 6 May 2026, 12:30 – 14:30

Abstract: Beginning in a very different technological era, as one of the few women in Electrical Engineering, I will share personal insights and reflections with the WISP community on the experiences of women in science and technology. I will highlight the exchange in both directions: how tools and ways of thinking from Electrical Engineering have shaped my public and leadership roles, and how leadership perspectives have influenced my approach to engineering and research. Drawing on multiple examples—including my own work—I will discuss how female engineers can serve as a driving force for disruptive leadership in technology.

Hagit Messer received her Ph.D. from Tel Aviv University (TAU), Israel, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Yale University. She joined TAU’s Faculty of Engineering in 1986 and is now Professor Emerita in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Over her career, she has held senior leadership roles, including Chief Scientist at Israel’s Ministry of Science, Vice President for Research at TAU, President of The Open University of Israel, and Vice Chair of the Council for Higher Education. In 2016, she co-founded ClimaCell. A Life Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), she received the 2024 IEEE Medal for Environmental and Safety Technologies for contributions to environmental sensing via wireless networks. She has published extensively, supervised over 100 graduate students, and actively promotes women in science, technology transfer, and ethics in research and innovation.

The WISP luncheon is sponsored by:

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