Please follow these instructions for preparing demo proposals. No modifications or revisions will be accepted after the submission deadline. All demonstration proposals must be submitted through the online submission system, including a PDF description formatted according to the ECOC regular paper style guide. Proposals sent by email, fax, or post will not be accepted. Complete electronic submissions must be received before the published deadline.

Each proposal should be four pages long and must include:

1. 35-word abstract;
2. an review section describing the research topic and the technologies being demonstrated;
3. an novelty section describing the problem of the demonstrated solution;
4. an ECOC section explaining why the ECOC audience and community should be interested in this demo;
5. demo Implementation section: the proposal must include a clear description of the demo’s objectives and configuration, the physical setup and equipment involved, the format of the presentation to attendees, and the planned modes of attendee interaction. Interactive elements are required to ensure an engaging experience.

• 1 rectangular table, 2 chairs, 1 power outlet strip (5 outlets, 230 V)
• 244 cm x 122 cm bulletin board (similar to poster sessions)
• WLAN connectivity on a best-effort basis, plus a dedicated Ethernet line

Demo proposals will be evaluated by the Demo Zone Subcommittee and the TPC Chairs through a competitive selection process. Assessment will focus on both the technical quality of the work and its suitability for an interactive, live demonstration environment. While not mandatory, the following guidelines will inform the review process and help strengthen a submission:

• Proposals should follow the recommended structure outlined above, with particular emphasis on sections detailing innovation, relevance to ECOC, and the implementation of the demonstration.
• A live, interactive component—either on-site or via a real-time remote link—is essential. While pre-recorded videos or supplementary media may be included, they must not serve as the primary element of the demo.
• Submissions should emphasize hands-on prototypes or proof-of-concept systems that showcase new features or applications.
• Demonstrations based on open-source tools, open platforms, or interoperable interfaces are encouraged and will be viewed favorably during the selection process.
• Proposals centered solely on presenting experimental results may be better suited for the regular technical tracks.

If the on-site demonstration significantly deviates from the accepted proposal, ECOC reserves the right to decline final publication of the demo paper.