Save the Date: NDM 2026 at the University of Virginia – Submit Your Proposal Now!
Join us in Charlottesville, VA, for the 18th International Conference on Naturalistic Decision Making, June 22–26, 2026.
The Naturalistic Decision Making Association (NDMA) is excited to announce that the 18th International Conference on Naturalistic Decision Making (NDM 2026) will take place from June 22–26, 2026, at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, VA.
Since 1989, NDM conferences have been the premier gathering for professionals across sectors such as healthcare, defense, transportation, finance, and emergency response to explore decision-making in complex, real-world environments. NDM 2026 is expected to draw attendees for a week of insightful presentations, collaborative workshops, and networking opportunities.
📣 Call for Proposals: Now Open
The NDMA invites submissions for papers, posters, and interactive experiences. Submissions should outline topics related to naturalistic decision making, including but not limited to:
- Decision making under complex constraints, including stress and uncertainty
- Macrocognition in the workplace
- Strategies to support rapid decision making and enhance cognitive skills
- Studies of expert and adaptive performance
- NDM applications in systems engineering, information visualization and user interfaces design
- Decision making in automation and explainable artificial intelligence
- Theories of cognitive performance derived from or tested in naturalistic settings
- Methods of naturalistic inquiry
📅 Important Dates:
- Call for Submissions: Open NOW
- Submission Deadline: September 15, 2025
- Early Bird Registration Opens: September 2025
- Acceptance Notifications: January 2026
Accepted papers will be considered for inclusion in a Special Issue of the Journal of Cognitive Engineering and Decision Making. Additionally, submissions will be automatically considered for the Gary A. Klein Award for best contribution to NDM Theory and the Robert R. Hoffman Award for best contribution to NDM Methodology, each carrying a $500 prize.
🏛️ About the Venue
The University of Virginia, founded by Thomas Jefferson, offers a historic and inspiring setting for NDM 2026.Charlottesville’s rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty provide an ideal backdrop for engaging discussions and networking.
🔗 Stay Connected
For more information and updates:
- Visit the NDMA website
- Contact the organizers:
Sara Riggs, Associate Professor of Systems Engineering – sriggs@virginia.edu
Matthew Bolton, Associate Professor of Systems Engineering – mlb4b@virginia.edu
Brian Moon, Executive Director of the NDMA – brian@naturalisticdecisionmaking.org
Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to the field of naturalistic decision making and connect with professionals from around the world. Submit your proposal and mark your calendar for NDM 2026!