The Iranian Group Theory Conference (IGTC) is an annual event primarily aimed at exchanging the latest research findings and advanced theories among prominent national and international researchers in the field. It also provides an invaluable opportunity for students to become acquainted with new horizons in research. This academic gathering serves as a unique platform for presenting cutting-edge research and will inspire students to deepen and expand their knowledge in group theory.

The 18th edition of the conference will be held in-person on February 5-6, 2026 (16th and 17th of Bahman 1404 in the Persian calendar), at the Faculty of Basic Sciences and Engineering, Gonbad Kavous University. This year, alongside theoretical and fundamental discussions, a comprehensive approach will place applied research in group theory at the forefront of attention.

The Conference Organizing Committee is honored to invite all active and interested researchers in the field of group theory to enrich this event and contribute to advancing the frontiers of knowledge by attending and presenting their latest scientific achievements.

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In accordance with the decision of the Scientific and Executive Committees, and considering the geographical breadth of our country, the Conference on Group Theory will offer both in-person and virtual participation, to facilitate the broadest possible sharing of research among scholars and enthusiasts in the field.

Keynote Speakers:

1. Daniel Hawtin,  University of Rijeka, Croatia

2. Alice Devillers, The University of Western Australia, Australia.

3. Alessandro Montinaro, Universita Del Salento, Italy.

4. Omar Tout, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman

5. Gunnae Traustason, University of Bath, UK

6. Mohammad Reza Darafsheh, Tehran University, Iran.

7. Behroz Khosravi, Amirkabir University of Technology, Iran