Welcome
Join us for the Nordic-RSE Conference 2026, bringing together Research Software Engineers from across the Nordic region and beyond for two days of learning, networking, and collaboration.
Dates: June 9-10, 2026
Location: Auditorium Cerebrum, UiT - The Arctic University of Norway, Tromsø
Times: 9:00 - 16:00 each day
This community-driven conference is for anyone working at the interface between research and digital technologies - from software developers and data scientists to system administrators and research supporters.
About the Conference
Nordic-RSE is a grass-root professional association providing a networking platform for Research Software Engineers in the Nordic region. The 2026 conference features a unique two-day format:
Day 1 (June 9): Focused sessions for the RSE community - share experiences, discuss best practices, and connect with fellow RSEs.
Day 2 (June 10): Open to the broader community including students, researchers, and private companies - learn about research software engineering and its impact across sectors.
Whether you're an experienced RSE or just getting started with writing scientific software and scripts, this conference offers valuable insights and networking opportunities.
Important Dates
Call for Participation: Deadline XXXX
Conference Dates: June 9-10, 2026
Call for Abstracts
The call for abstracts is open! Submit your abstract here
If you are working as research software engineer or are passionate about open-source (be it coding or community building), you are warmly encourage to present at the Nordic-RSE conference.
Relevant topics include but are not limited to:
- Developing research software
- Community building
- Teaching programming to researchers
- Reproducible science
- Open-source, open-science, open access
- High-performance computing
Formats:
- Discussion session: 1 hour session for an interactive discussion around a theme
- Talk: 20 minutes talk (including 5 minutes for questions)
- Lightning talk: 10 minutes talk (including 3 minutes for question), particularly suitable for short demos or presenting WIP projects
- Tutorial: 1 hour walkthrough about a technical topic, could be a tool you use, a programming language, a way you do things, etc.
- Poster: Don't want to prepare a talk, but still have something to share? Submit a poster!
Venue
The conference will be held at Auditorium Cerebrum at UiT - The Arctic University of Norway in Tromsø .
Address:
UiT - The Arctic University of Norway
Universitetsvegen 61
9019 Tromsø
Norway
Getting to UiT:
- By Air: Tromsø Airport (Langnes) is located about 5 km from the city center. Local buses and taxis connect the airport to the city and university.
- By Bus: Public transportation serves the university campus. Check Tromsø public transport for routes and schedules.
- Parking: Limited parking is available on campus.
More detailed directions and campus maps will be provided closer to the conference date.
Schedule
The conference runs from 9:00 to 16:00 on both days.
What to Expect:
- Keynote presentations from invited speakers
- Technical talks and demonstrations
- Discussion sessions and panels
- Poster presentations
- Networking opportunities
- Coffee breaks, lunch, and afternoon refreshments included
Conference Format:
- Day 1 (June 9): Open sessions for students, researchers, and industry partners
- Day 2 (June 10): RSE-focused sessions for practitioners and community members
The detailed program will be published after the call for participation closes and submissions are reviewed.
Accommodation
We have arranged special accommodation options for conference participants:
UiT Housing (Recommended)
20 rooms reserved from June 8-14, 2026 at Samskipnaden student housing. Unfortunately, it is only possible to book the rooms for a minimum of 7 days.
- Type: Shared dormitory (dublett) with common bathroom and kitchen
- Price: 2800 NOK for the whole week.
- Included: Clean linen, towels, basic kitchenware, WiFi, laundry facilities
One small apartment from June 8-14, 2026 at Samskipnaden student housing. For families or those needing accessible accommodation.
- Type: Small 2-bedroom apartment (wheelchair accessible)
- Price: 3500 NOK for the whole week.
- Included: Clean linen, towels, basic kitchenware, WiFi, laundry facilities
This is an excellent budget option that keeps you close to other conference participants. Especially, if you want to combine the conference with a vacation to explore Tromsø and Northern Norway.
These options can be requested during conference registration, and rooms will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis
Hotels in Tromsø
Tromsø offers lots of hotels, just check the typical booking pages for offers. Usually, the prices are reasonable in the summer time.
We will update this section with more hotel options and potential conference rates soon.
Getting to Tromsø
Tromsø is located in Northern Norway, 350 km north of the Arctic Circle.
By Air:
- Tromsø Airport (TOS) has direct flights from Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim, and other major Nordic cities
- International connections typically route through Oslo
- The airport is 5 km from the city centre
Getting Around Tromsø by Public Transportation:
Getting around Tromsø is easy with public buses:
- Web page: https://svipper.no/
- Ticket App: Download the Svipper app for Android or iOS
- Ticket Prices:
- Week pass: 311 NOK (recommended for conference attendees)
- Single ticket: 48 NOK
- Off-peak single ticket: 26 NOK
- Coverage: The ticket zone covers the greater Tromsø area, allowing you to travel freely throughout the city and surrounding areas
Travel Times by Bus:
- Airport to UiT Campus (Breivika): ~25 minutes
- Airport to City Centre: ~25 minutes
- City Centre to UiT Campus: ~10-15 minutes
Other Transportation:
- Taxi: Tromsø Taxi at +47 776 03 000
- Walking: Tromsø city centre is compact and very walkable
Things to Do in Tromsø
Tromsø offers a unique blend of Arctic nature and urban culture. Extend your stay to experience:
Nature & Adventure:
- Midnight Sun (visible late May through late July - perfect timing for our conference!)
- Hiking trails with stunning views (Sherpa Trappa, Varden)
- Kayaking and boat tours
- Wildlife experiences
Culture & City Life:
- Arctic museums and galleries
- Sami cultural experiences
- City center exploration with cafes, restaurants, and shops
- Historic wooden architecture
Organized Activities (To Be Confirmed):
- Sherpa Trappa hike
- Varden viewpoint visit
- Guided city tour
For comprehensive tourist information, visit Visit Tromsø.
Dress for Arctic Summer: Even in June, bring layers and prepare for variable weather. Temperatures are mild but can be cool, especially in the evening.
Catering
All conference participants will enjoy full catering on both days.
- Morning coffee and refreshments
- Lunch each day
- Afternoon cake and coffee
Plus social dinner (BBQ if the weather permits) on day 1
Graciously covered by the UiT IT Department for all registered participants.
Dietary requirements will be collected during registration to accommodate all participants.
Social Program
Beyond the formal sessions, we're planning social activities to help you connect with fellow RSEs:
Conference Dinner:
- Venue: BFE Naust (to be confirmed)
- Date: Evening of June 9 or 10 (to be announced)
Optional Activities:
- Sherpa Trappa hike
- Varden viewpoint excursion
- Tromsø city guided tour
Details about timing, costs, and registration for social activities will be announced closer to the conference date.
Need another reason to come
The next LUMI AI Workshop will be hosted at UiT on June 11-12, 2026, immediately following the Nordic-RSE Conference. This workshop will feature an updated version of the previous LUMI AI Workshop held at KTH, Stockholm.
More details, including registration links, will be shared soon.
Organizers
The Nordic-RSE Conference 2026 is organized by volunteers from the Research Software Engineering community. Organizing committee members will be listed here soon.
For questions or inquiries, please contact: secretary@nordic-rse.org
Sponsors
If your organization is interested in sponsoring Nordic-RSE 2026, please contact secretary@nordic-rse.org.
Contact
General Inquiries: secretary@nordic-rse.org
Follow Nordic-RSE:
- Website: nordic-rse.org
- GitHub: github.com/nordic-rse
We look forward to seeing you in Tromsø in June 2026!