The submissions for R&D 2026 are organized into thirteen thematic areas. At the time of submission, we ask that authors select the area that best represents the central focus of their work. Interdisciplinary research is welcome. It is recommended to clearly state the contributions to the field of design. Below is a map showing the allocation of thematic areas.

The 16th Brazilian Congress on Research and Development in Design highlights the importance of diverse knowledge and academic rigor, recognizing design as a transformative practice. Let's connect the future we desire to what we begin to build now with R&D 2026. As sung by Chico Science & Nação Zumbi (1994), "One step forward and you're no longer in the same place."

Please pay attention to the instructions contained in the template provided by the button below for the correct submission of your work. See the thematic areas below; click on each area for more details.