In an era defined by rapid globalization and technological acceleration, preserving the distinct soul of our urban landscapes has never been more critical. A city is not merely a collection of concrete and steel; it is a living canvas shaped by historical memory, cultural narratives, architectural expression, and artistic intervention. The 11th International Conference on Cities Identity through Architecture and Arts (CITAA) provides an intellectual sanctuary to explore how cities can navigate the demands of modernization while fiercely safeguarding their unique identities.

This edition arrives at a pivotal moment, as the challenges of homogenization and climate change threaten the architectural and cultural legacies that define our collective history. By engaging with both the built environment and the intangible spirit of place, this conference seeks to establish a rigorous framework for development that honors the past while embracing the innovative potential of the future. It serves as a vital platform for discourse on how we can foster resilient urban identities that are both globally connected and locally rooted.

Organized by IEREK in prestigious collaboration with the European University Centre for Cultural Heritage, the University of Pisa, the University of Salento (Lecce), the University of Cagliari (Sardinia), the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (Greece), and the University of Plymouth (UK), this edition convenes leading global researchers, architects, artists, and urban planners. CITAA ‘27 will take place at the European University of Cultural Heritage, located in the breathtaking cliffside town of Ravello on the Amalfi Coast, Italy.

Conference Scope

CITAA serves as a premier international platform for experts and academics from diverse fields to converge and share knowledge. It brings together global researchers, architects, artists, and urban planners to engage in critical dialogue regarding the transformation of the contemporary city. By examining the interplay between architectural design, artistic expression, and socio-economic dynamics, the scope of this conference is to foster multidisciplinary research that addresses the urgent need to protect urban identity in a rapidly evolving global context.

Perched high above the Tyrrhenian Sea, Ravello stands as a timeless masterpiece of historic architecture, classical music tradition, and dramatic landscape integration. It serves as a living laboratory and a profound muse, inspiring participants to redefine how contemporary interventions can harmoniously coexist with centuries of cultural heritage.

Statement of Purpose

CITAA ’27 aims to provide a comprehensive, interdisciplinary forum that bridges the gap between historical preservation and contemporary urban evolution. Our mission is to facilitate the exchange of knowledge, methodologies, and best practices among scholars and practitioners. By examining the interplay between architectural design, artistic expression, and socio-economic dynamics, we aim to offer actionable insights that empower urban planners, artists, and policymakers to manage urban growth without sacrificing the unique cultural character that makes a city incomparable.

• 1. Cultural Heritage, Memory, and Spatial Identity

  1.1. Historic Urban Landscapes (HUL): Managing change in protected or historic city centers.
  1.2. Collective Memory and Place Attachment: How communities construct identity through architectural landmarks.
  1.3. Adaptive Reuse & Heritage Conservation: Balancing structural preservation with modern utility.
  1.4. Intangible Heritage Integration: Weaving local folklore, music, and traditions into the physical fabric of the city.
  1.5. Post-Crisis Heritage Recovery: Reconstruction and identity reclamation after conflicts or climate disasters.
  1.6. Urban Archaeology: Revealing layers of vibrant city histories through contemporary research.

• 2. The Art-Architecture Nexus and Sensory Urbanism

  2.1. Public Art, Murals, and Installations: Art as a catalyst for community dialogue and urban revitalization.
  2.2. The Visual Identity of Cities: Signage, typography, graffiti, and the graphic design of public spaces.
  2.3. Sensory Urbanism: Designing for soundscapes, smellscapes, and tactile interaction in city spaces.
  2.4. The Architecture of Performance: Spaces for music, theater, and festivals (inspired by Ravello’s musical heritage).
  2.5. Cinematic Cities: The representation of urban architecture in cinema and digital media.
  2.6. Artisanal Craftsmanship Revival: Integrating traditional building techniques into modern architectural design.

• 3. Sustainable Urban Growth, Landscape, and Resilient Architecture

  3.1. Vernacular Architecture & Passive Design: Learning from historical building techniques to solve modern climate challenges.
  3.2. Coastal and Cliffside Urbanism: Resilient infrastructure and architectural design in fragile landscapes (e.g., the Amalfi Coast context).
  3.3. Eco-Tourism & Heritage Landscapes: Protecting the architectural identity of destinations facing mass tourism.
  3.4. Biophilic Design and Green Infrastructure: Merging natural ecosystems seamlessly with urban form.
  3.5. Socio-Spatial Justice: Ensuring sustainable development benefits diverse, vulnerable urban populations.
  3.6. Environmental Psychology: Understanding how urban design impacts mental health and social cohesion.

• 4. The Digital Era: Smart Cities, Virtual Realities, and AI in Architecture

  4.1. Generative AI in Urban Design: Opportunities and threats to local architectural authenticity when utilizing AI algorithms.
  4.2. The Metaverse and Digital Twins: Creating virtual spaces that mirror, preserve, or reimagine historical cities.
  4.3. Interactive and Responsive Architecture: Smart facades, kinetic structures, and data-driven public spaces.
  4.4. Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR) in Heritage Tourism: Enhancing visitor experiences without physically altering historic structures.
  4.5. Smart Cities vs. Authentic Identity: Finding the equilibrium between technological optimization and cultural soul.
  4.6. Advanced Documentation Technologies: 3D laser scanning and AI-assisted restoration of cultural artifacts.

• 5. Mediterranean Urbanism, Coastal Resilience, and Geography

  5.1. Coastal and Cliffside Architecture: Terraced infrastructure, engineering, and architectural integration in fragile vertical landscapes.
  5.2. Vernacular Mediterranean Design: Traditional building materials, stone masonry, and historical climate-responsive building forms.
  5.3. Geographical Identity & Spatial Topography: How natural landforms, shorelines, and mountain ranges dictate urban layouts.
  5.4. Port Cities and Maritime Heritage: The evolution of harbor architecture, docks, and coastal trading hubs.
  5.5. Disaster Mitigation in Fragile Ecosystems: Protecting historical coastal settlements against rising sea levels, erosion, and seismic activity.

• 6. Urban Sociology, Gentle Density, and Socio-Spatial Justice

  6.1. Gentle Density and Housing Equity: Designing inclusive, multi-family housing that respects the visual scale of existing neighborhoods.
  6.2. Socio-Spatial Justice: Ensuring urban renewal projects do not displace marginalized communities or erase local subcultures.
  6.3. The Psychology of Space: How modern architectural design influences mental health, loneliness, and social cohesion.
  6.4. Civic Engagement in Urban Design: Participatory planning processes that give citizens a direct voice in shaping their neighborhoods.
  6.5. Universal Accessibility in Historic Cities: Retrofitting ancient streets and buildings for elderly or disabled populations while maintaining character.
  6.6. Gentrification Mitigation: Strategies for balancing urban regeneration with local social stability.

General Instructions

1. Payment Note: 
   

   Payments through the website are currently unavailable due to ongoing website enhancements. IEREK offers alternative payment methods, including bank transfer and secure third-party online payment links.

2. Expenses:

   The registration fee does not cover accommodation or travel expenses. A list of accommodation options can be suggested by our team if available. Please contact [email protected] for inquiries.

3. Benefits:

   We recommend that all authors take advantage of the benefits that IEREK offers, including various attendance types, publishing opportunities, and opportunities for discounts and waivers.

4. Membership:

   We are pleased to inform all applicants that they can use their previous publications to register for an IEREK membership, which offers a special discount.

5. Collaborative Discounts:

   IEREK offers a special discount to applicants from collaborative universities that have signed an MoU with IEREK to host or co-host one of its conferences.

6. Income-Based Discounts

   IEREK also provides special discounts to authors from low and medium-income countries.

7. Publication Accessibility:

   The disclosed fees are for the conference participation (Publication is free of charge, but only the conference participants can be considered for publishing in the conference proceedings).

8. Book Series/ Journal(s) Discounts:

   Some of the disclosed conference fees may vary depending on the book series and/or journal(s) presented as a publication outlet, as we encourage submission to newly founded book series and/or journal(s) by presenting a discounted rate for the conference's fees.

Types of Applications, Attendance, and Registration

IEREK offers many types of registrations that are diverse in registration fees; applicants can choose the type they are familiar with as follows:

1. Academic:

   Participants who are PhD holders, post-doctoral researchers, and universities’ affiliated professors and experts in the field.

2. Students:

   Must provide proof of enrollment in a university by providing an enrollment certificate and/or a valid university ID (with issue/expiry date) etc.

3. Professionals:

   Participants who are not affiliated with universities such as practitioners, policymakers, entrepreneurs, etc.

4. Companions/Co-authors:

   Have access to the event to enjoy the discussions, coffee breaks, and lunch as a co-author or audience.

Physical Attendance

IEREK offers various types of participation. Applicants can apply for in-person attendance to benefit fully from conference discussions and knowledge exchange.

IEREK also offers virtual attendance for authors to present their research papers online; however, we strongly encourage all applicants to attend the conference in person.

The physical fee covers:

• The Conference Kit, which includes a softcopy of the abstract book, Conference notebook, IEREK pen, and Conference Flyers/Printouts.
• IEREK Participation/Contribution Certificate
• Consideration for publication in the IEREK-Springer interdisciplinary series (ASTI series by Springer) or IEREK Press, or any special issues available according to the type of registration in the table above.
• A Preliminary Acceptance Letter
• Lunches and Coffee Breaks

* Each research paper should have one main author who should pay the full fee (Author fees) regardless of attendance. Co-authors, each, have their fees to pay to attend the event. This applies to online attendance as well as physical attendance.

* A research paper fee allows only one author, whether main or co-author, to attend the conference and receive only one conference kit. Extras can be requested for an additional fee.

Online Attendance

IEREK offers virtual attendance, providing authors with a unique link to join the conference sessions and present their papers as per the announced program.

The online fee covers:

• IEREK Participation/Contribution soft copy Certificate.
• Preliminary Acceptance Letter.
• Consideration for publication in the IEREK-Springer interdisciplinary series (ASTI series by Springer) or IEREK Press, or any special issues available according to the type of registration in the table above.
• Access to conference recordings.

* Each research paper should have one main author who should pay the full fee (Author fees) regardless of attendance.

* Co-authors, each, have their fees to pay to attend the event. This applies to online attendance as well as physical attendance.

Discounts and Waiving Opportunities

1. 15%: Participants who come from co-partner universities who have already signed an MOU with IEREK can receive a 15% discount. Authors should mention the key person who signed the agreement with IEREK. You are welcome to inquire if your university has an agreement with IEREK or not yet.
2. 15%: Participants affiliated with universities in the hosting country on the regular registration fee.
3. 20%: Waiving with 20% from the announced fees for low-income countries according to the World Bank classification mentioned in the document below. (applicable to the regular payment stage)
4. 25%: If multiple abstracts are submitted by the same first author to the conference, a 25% discount is applied to each additional submission according to the deadline for payments.

* If an author is eligible for more than one discount, IEREK will apply only the highest discount. Discounts cannot be combined.

* Authors should contact the conference manager through this email [email protected] to consider the discount and waiving for all the above cases so that the conference manager can provide an exclusive invoice for each case.

Proof of capability to get the discount:

• A copy of a student enrollment card for 2026 is essential.
• Proof of affiliation to the partnering university is to be provided.
• Proof of previous publication through IEREK conferences. 
• A copy of passport for authors from low-income countries. Added below is the list of low and middle-income countries according to the World Bank classification.

Publication Period

IEREK puts a lot of effort into expediting the peer review process to publish articles as quickly as possible. This requires prompt responses from all authors to the editors' comments, if any. Your swift response is highly appreciated to advance the production process and get your articles online. We prioritize the first author to respond as per our formula. The conference proceedings will be divided into multiple books, with the first one scheduled for publication within 6 months after the conference date. We encourage all authors to aim for publication in the first release.

Possibilities for Extra Fees

1. Authors may request that their kits be delivered, for an additional fee decided by the courier, and upon request. Alternatively, authors located in Egypt can pick them up from IEREK headquarters in Alexandria.
2. Additional Conference Kit (Excluding Delivery). *Contact us for a quotation on shipping fees.
3. Gala Dinner, social programs, and other activities.

💳 Payment & Administration

Registration and financial transactions for this conference are managed through our strategic partners, working in close academic partnership with IEREK to ensure seamless delivery of conference services and publication standards.

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Both entities work in close academic partnership with IEREK to ensure the highest standards of financial transparency, conference administration, and publication quality.

IEREK has an unyielding policy regarding plagiarism. We believe that copying/taking the ideas and work of other Authors without permission and credit is fraudulent. The Reviewing committee and IEREK employees have the authority to reject a paper during its reviewing process, based on the paper being subjected to either minor or major plagiarism.

Authors must refer to, and abide by, the following instructions in submitting their abstracts/ papers:

Step 1: Abstract Submission Process

• The author should prepare and submit an Abstract of at least 150 – 300 words through the website.
• The abstract should be concise and clearly state the proposed research study's purpose, results, and conclusions.
• The author should select the most relevant topic for the paper from the corresponding conference topics.
• The author can use/download an Abstract Writing Template prior to submission
• To submit your abstract, you first need to (1) click on the “Register” button on the conference page, (2) click on “Submit Now” and:
  • Select the Topic in which you are making the submission
  • Insert the title of your study in the "Paper Title" section
  • Insert the full abstract in the "Abstract" section/upload a file in the .pdf, .doc, .docm, or .docx format
  • Add in writing 3 – 5 keywords that define the field, subfield, topic, and research area covered by the article to help other researchers understand and find your work.
  • Provide the names, affiliations, and E-mails of all authors/ co-authors involved
  • Confirm your submission by ticking having read the instructions and “submit Abstract”

Step 2.1: Abstract Acceptance

• After acceptance of your abstract of at least (150 – 300 words), you will receive a proforma invoice and specific instructions to complete the payment online or by bank transfer (See Conference Fees) to confirm your participation,
• Once your abstract has been accepted, please refer to the important dates tab and carefully review the announced dates to avoid late payment, as late payment comes at an extra charge (early bird/regular/late).
• After successfully completing payment, you will be issued upon request with the following:
  • A signed/ stamped abstract acceptance letter
  • Please note that acceptance of participation, abstract submission, and extended abstract/short paper submissions all have different deadlines. To stay up to date and avoid paying extra fees, or delaying your paper, please carefully review the important dates tab.
  • Receipt of Payment/ Payment Invoice
  • Visa Invitation Letter, if needed
• After abstract acceptance, you may be given the option to extend the abstract to publish your work in the conference proceedings in ASTI published by Springer Nature (indexed in Scopus/SCImago) (optional not obligatory).

  This is not a prerequisite for presenting your work at the conference. Meaning, you can present your submitted abstract without intending to publish your work.

Step 2.2: Full Paper Submission

• Your submitted paper should be a minimum of 6 pages and contain 4,000 words, excluding references and submitted before the paper submission deadline, in English, and fit within one of the conference topics.
• Papers should follow the research paper structure as follows: Abstract (+keywords), Introduction, problem statement, and study aim, Review of the Literature, Methodology, results and conclusion/ discussion, References list using the Paper Writing Template.
• The submission should be made following the same procedure followed for the abstract or sent to the conference email.
• Here: Authors may need more pages than the allotted maximum of 6 to insert figures, tables, appendixes, etc. In this case, they can submit regular papers (max. 12 pages) with the same fixed fee. For a detailed outline of the fees, please refer to the payment table in the conference fees tab.
• The conference does welcome Arabic submissions (with abstracts written in the english language), which will only be considered for publication in BAHETH by IEREK Press.

Step 3: Rigorous Peer Review Process (double-blind)

This process can only be initiated after payment completion and confirmation:

• If submitted, the full paper will be preliminarily checked (iThenticate plagiarism/ similarity screening Software, readability, and scope) and it will be peer-reviewed. If similarity issues are detected, the following will apply:
  • % from all sources: 10-15%
  • % from one source: 3-5%
  • Higher than 30% (all sources): Reject completely
  • Lower than 30% (all sources): Ask for revision to decrease the similarities
• IEREK has an unyielding policy regarding plagiarism. We believe that copying/ taking the ideas and work of other Authors without permission and credit is fraudulent. The Reviewing committee and IEREK employees have the authority to reject a paper during its reviewing process, on the basis of the paper being subjected to either minor or major plagiarism.
• Each paper/ chapter is evaluated by a minimum of two reviewers, after which a final decision by the responsible Editor is made. There is no maximum to the number of times a paper can be reviewed, depending on the quality of the submission.
• If your paper is accepted by the Editors for publishing with comments/ requested modifications, our Editors (publishing department) will contact you once a decision is made and you will be asked to revise and correct it. After resubmission, it will be re-checked. Note: There may be more than one round of peer review and the decision rests with the editors of the title. Missed deadlines may result in complete exclusion/ rejection from the final publication.
• If your paper is accepted for publishing without edits/ comments, the corresponding author will be contacted to provide the final version of their chapters/ papers following Springer Guidelines and sign the Springer consent-to-publish (CTP) form to authorize publication in the conference proceedings.
• A back-and-forth process: modifications will be sent back to the responsible Editor/ Series Editor and another round of evaluation conducted where needed. Participants/ Authors should regularly check their emails (Junk/ Spam folders).
• If you are not interested in publishing a full paper in the proceedings in ASTI by Springer Nature, please inform the conference support ([email protected]).

Step 4: Extended paper 

• After the conference, the authors of the best papers will be invited to submit an extended version of their research, 8 – 12+ pages in length, (optional) of their short papers for publishing in an edited volume to be published by Springer Nature.
• Publishing your paper in the conference proceedings does not prevent the submission of the full version for publishing consideration after the conference if the similarity percentages (SR%) in Step 3 are taken into account.

Registration

To help the organizers plan for inter-disciplinary dialogue, participants are requested to choose from the conference themes/ Topics upon registration.

They must also refer to, and abide by, the following instructions in registering and submitting their abstracts/ papers:

Types of Participation

1. Attend/ Present Virtually and Publish in Conference proceedings

Organized from the comfort of your own home, the conference offers a virtual attendance option for your convenience. That said, participants will have a chance to present their abstract/research, online, and have their work considered for publication in the proceedings.

Virtual presenters are required to submit an abstract and extend this abstract following the “author instructions” below and before the deadline (see Important Dates). At least one author must pay the registration fee (see Conference Fees).

For any reason, authors may wish to submit pre-recorded video presentations no later than 15 days prior to the conference. Alternatively, they may wish to record a voice-over PowerPoint presentation for submission to the conference organizers.

2. Attend/ Present in-person and Publish in indexed Conference proceedings 

Organized at the University of Portsmouth, UK, offering a Physical attendance option for your convenience. That said, participants will have a chance to present their abstract/research, on campus, and have their work considered for publication in the ASTI Series by Springer as part of the conference proceedings.

See Author Instructions and Conference Fees for more information.

    3. Non-presenting participant

Non-presenting participants may also wish to attend the conference as Audience Members or Co-authors contributing to an already submitted abstract/ paper.

Attending a conference dramatically enhances both your professional and personal development. They help you sharpen the saw, meet and converse with industry experts, expand your resources and grow your professional network. IEREK Conference will help you:

1. Open Discussions: We bring together leading academic scientists, from different universities and countries, to exchange and share their experiences and research results.

2. Internationally Accredited Certificate: The participants are granted internationally recognized certificates acknowledged by IEREK, the University, and Partnering Organizations.

3. Publication: Selected high-quality manuscripts will be published, after peer review, in the Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation (ASTI) book series by Springer or by IEREK Press Journals, both of which are indexed in world-renowned databases.

4. Research Technologies: Conferences can expand your resources by providing a great opportunity to promote gathered information on new technologies related to your research.

5. Networking: You can engage with industry experts to discuss with them the very latest research projects they could be working on and increase your chances of collaboration in future projects.

6. Academic Reputation: Attending many conferences will make you a known figure in academic circles and an active member of the academic community.

Cities’ Identity Through Architecture and Arts (CITAA) – 1^st Edition

The Cities’ Identity Through Architecture and Arts (CITAA) Conference, which was held in association with the Faculty of Fine Arts, Helwan University, started on May 11th, 2017 and included many discussions and covered extremely important topics. It was a very successful conference that Cannot be forgotten.

The International Conference was held in Fairmont Nile City Hotel – Cairo, Egypt and was chaired by Prof. Safia El Kabany (Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts, Helwan University) and organized by IEREK.

The opening session started with a welcoming word from Prof. Safia El Kabany (Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts, Helwan University), Prof. Khaled Abd El-Ghaffar, Minster of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Prof. Maged Negm, Acting President, Helwan University, Eng. Mohamed Abo Seada, Chairman of the National Organization for Urban Harmony, Prof. Mahmoud Ghoneem, CITAA Secretary General & Guest Editor, Associate Professor of Architecture, Faculty of Fine Arts, Helwan University, Dr. Abd ElAziz Saqr, General Director of IEREK.

Check this conference’s overview here:

https://www.ierek.com/events/cities-identity-through-architecture-and-arts#overview

Cities’ Identity Through Architecture and Arts (CITAA) – 2nd Edition

IEREK organized a successful international conference on " Cities’ Identity Through Architecture and Arts “, which took place from 28-29 September 2018 at the Akhnaton Hall of the Grand Nile Tower Hotel in Cairo, Egypt.

This summary captures a two-day program of presentations, panel discussions and interactive dialogue at the conference on. This conference registration started from 8:30 am to 9:15 am.

 The conference then began with the welcoming sessions which were presented by Dr. Abdelaziz Sakr, IEREK’s General Director and Dr. Mourad Amer IEREK’s Chief Executive Officer & Founder. The conference continued with interactive panel discussions, presentations and briefings on topics which were related to the conference.

The conference included a group of distinguished keynote speakers such as Prof. Francesco Molinari, Researcher & Policy Advisor at “Politecnico di Milano” & Professor at Ulster Business School, Prof. Zeinab Nour, Associate Professor at the Faculty of Fine Arts, Helwan University.

Check this conference’s overview here:

https://www.ierek.com/events/cities-identity-through-architecture-and-arts-2#overview

Cities’ Identity Through Architecture and Arts (CITAA) – 3rd Edition

With success, the third edition of international conference on Cities Identity through Architecture & Arts (CITAA) was organized and held in the University of Pisa of Italy from the 11^th and until the 13^th of September 2019.

Covering an array of topics, the conference discussed the influence of Architecture and the Arts in shaping the identities of cities as well as their influence on the quality of life. Concepts of City Identity and Branding, Urban Growth and Development, Spatial Transformation, Conservation of Heritage, Tourism and more were topics of discussion and research.

Opening Session

An opening ceremony marked the start of the conference, which included a 'greetings and communications' session by the institutions during which words were given by:

Prof. Ing. Alberto Landi, the president of the School of Engineering, University of Pisa, Italy.

Prof. Luca Lanini, D.E.S.T.E.C, Department of Energy Engineering, University of Pisa, Italy.

Prof. Ferdinando Trapani, Department of Architecture, University of Palermo, Italy & Coordinator of Academic Support between IEREK and Italian Universities.

Dr. Mourad Amer, PhD, President and CEO of IEREK.

Prof. Francesco Molinari, Department of Architecture, University of Florence & Conference Chair

Check this conference’s overview here:

https://www.ierek.com/events/cities-identity-through-architecture-and-arts-3rd-edition#overview 

Cities’ Identity Through Architecture and Arts (CITAA) - 4th Edition

The 4^th International Conference on the Cities’ Identity Through Architecture and Arts has been held Online in collaboration with University of Pisa, Italy from 14-15 December 2020.

The conference then began with the welcoming sessions which were presented by Prof. Francesco Alberti, Conference Chair & Professor at the Department of Architecture (DiDA), University of Florence, Italy. Prof. Luca Lanini, Associate Professor at DESTeC of University of Pisa, Italy, Prof. Rocco Rizzo Full Professor & Director of (DESTeC) -Dept. of Energy and System Engineering, Centro Piaggio, University of Pisa, Italy, and Dr. Mourad Amer IEREK’s Chief Executive Officer & Founder. The conference continued with interactive panel discussions, presentations and briefings on topics which were related to the conference.

Check this conference’s page here:

https://www.ierek.com/events/cities-identity-through-architecture-and-arts-4th-edition#introduction

Cities’ Identity Through Architecture and Arts (CITAA) - 5th Edition

The fifth edition of the International Conference on “Cities’ Identity Through Architecture and Arts” was held virtually in collaboration with the University of Pisa in Italy on the 13th and 14th of December due to travel restrictions caused by the pandemic.

The Conference discussed several topics regarding different vocabularies, such as sacred architecture, heritage buildings, open spaces, landmarks, street escapes, etc.

The Conference topics attracted scientists, architects, cultural preservation enthusiasts, and researchers to discuss their papers and come up with possible solutions to solve the problems of the identity of cities.

The Opening Ceremony started with the online registration and welcoming speeches from the Conference Chair and IEREK founder. Following this introduction, short welcoming speeches were given by the Conference Chair, Professor Luca Lanini, University of Pisa, Architectural and Urban Design, and Prof. Ferdinando Trapani, Professor of Urban Planning, Department of Architecture, University of Palermo; Coordinator of the Italian Academic Alliance with IEREK.

Check this conference’s page here:

https://www.ierek.com/events/CITAA-5th#overview

Cities’ Identity Through Architecture and Arts (CITAA) - 6th Edition

The Sixth edition of the International Conference on “Cities’ Identity Through Architecture and Arts” was held Physically and virtually in collaboration with the University of Pisa in Italy on the 05th and 06th of December 2022.

The Conference topics attracted scientists, architects, cultural preservation enthusiasts, and researchers to discuss their papers and come up with possible solutions to solve the problems of the identity of cities.

The Opening Ceremony started with the online registration and welcoming speeches from the Conference Chair and IEREK founder. Following this introduction, short welcoming speeches were given by the Conference Chair, Professor Luca Lanini, University of Pisa, Italy, Dr. Mourad Amer IEREK’s Chief Executive Officer & Founder. The conference continued with interactive panel discussions, presentations and briefings on topics which were related to the conference.

Check this conference’s page here:

https://www.ierek.com/events/cities-identity-through-architecture-and-arts-citaa-6th#introduction

Cities’ Identity Through Architecture and Arts (CITAA) - 7th Edition

The 7^th-Edition of the International Conference “Cities’ Identity Through Architecture & Arts” was held in collaboration with the University Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdullah University – Fes, Morocco. and took place virtually from 26 – 27 September 2023.

The Conference offers an interdisciplinary forum in the fields of Architecture, Cultural Heritage, Andalusian Arts, Cities Identity, Built Heritage, City Planning, Shaping Cities, Islamic Architecture, Heritage Preservation, Historical Sites, Historical Architectural, Architecture & Art, and Baroque Architecture, among many others.

The Opening Ceremony started with the online registration and welcoming speeches from the Conference Chair and IEREK’ founder.

First Presentation about IEREK introducing IEREK as a company and its activities to the audience.

Following IEREK’s introduction, short welcoming speech were given by the conference chair Prof. Mustapha IJJAALI President of Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdullah University – Fes, Morocco.

Check this conference’s page here:

https://www.ierek.com/events/cities-identity-through-architecture-and-arts-citaa-7th-edition#overview

Cities’ Identity Through Architecture and Arts (CITAA) - 8th Edition

The Eighth edition of the International Conference on “Cities’ Identity Through Architecture & Arts” was held in Cagliari University in Sardinia, Italy as the main host, and in collaboration with Pisa University. The conference took place physically and virtually from the 17th to the 19th of September 2024, including attendees from all corners of the world.

This conference was organized as one of the important tools that help its attendees exchange knowledge and enhance the research community. IEREK invited all interested architects, environmentalists, engineers, and university students from all over the world aiming provide a platform for attendees to exchange ideas, collaborate, and envelops topics concerning the conservation of cities’ identities through arts and architecture. It addresses multiple topics of contention concerning cities’ heritage and conservation efforts, such as the influence of artistic expression and creativity on cities’ safety, traditional artistic techniques & architecture, historical eras, and their construction practices, and sustainable preservation practices. exploration.

The Opening Ceremony started with registration and welcoming speeches from the Vice Rector of Cagliari University, Prof. Alessandra Carucci, Conference Guests Eng. Monica Stochino, Italian Ministry for Cultural Heritage, and Prof. Caterina, Director of the School of Specialization in Architectural and Landscape Heritage of the University of Cagliari

Short welcoming speeches were given by the conference chairs Prof. Tarek Teba, Associate Professor in Architectural Heritage, Portsmouth School of Architecture, University of Portsmouth, in behalf of the CAH Conferences Chairs, Prof. Luca Lanini, CITAA Conference Chair & Full Professor, PhD. DESTeC at Department of Energy, Systems, Land and Construction Engineering. University of Pisa, Conference Co-host Prof. Jocelyn A. Rivera-Lutap, DPA, FUAP United Architects of the Philippines (Education), College Quality Assurance Coordinator, CADBE-PUP, and Conference Partners President, Doo Won Cho, Prof. Maurizio di Stefano, ICOMOS.

Followed by Welcoming speeches from IEREK Team Prof. Ferdinando Trapani, Professor of the Urban Planning Department of Architecture, Polytechnic School University of Palermo, Italy, and Dr. Mourad Amer, President and CEO of IEREK.

Check this conference’s page here:

https://www.ierek.com/events/cities-identity-through-architecture-and-arts-citaa-8th-edition#overview

For IEREK's Provious Publications, Please Click here

- Cities' Identity through Architecture and Arts (CITAA) – 1st Edition held in Cairo, Egypt in May, 2017.

Taylor & Francis

Cities' Identity Through Architecture and Arts.

Proceedings of the International Conference on Cities' Identity through Architecture and Arts (CITAA 2017), May 11-13, 2017, Cairo, Egypt

Publication Link: https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/9781351680332

IEREK Press

The Academic Research Community (ARChive)

Vol 1, issue #1 (2017): Proceedings of the first international conference on: Cities' Identity through Architecture and Arts

Publication link: https://press.ierek.com/index.php/ARChive/issue/view/10/showToc

- Cities' Identity through Architecture and Arts (CITAA) – 2nd Edition held in Cairo, Egypt in September, 2018.

Springer

Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation (ASTI) Series.

Cities' Identity Through Architecture and Arts

(Selected Papers) Publication link: https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-14869-0

IEREK Press

The Academic Research Community (ARChive)

Vol 3, issue #4 (2019): Proceedings of the 2nd international conference: Cities’ Identity Through Architecture and Arts

Publication link: https://press.ierek.com/index.php/ARChive/issue/view/34/showToc

- Cities' Identity through Architecture and Arts (CITAA) – 3rd Edition held in University of Pisa, Italy in September, 2019.

Springer

Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation (ASTI) Series.

Cities’ Vocabularies, The Influences and Formations

(Selected Papers) Publication link: https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-51961-2

- Cities' Identity through Architecture and Arts (CITAA) – 4th Edition held online in collaboration with the University of Pisa, Italy in December 2020.

Springer

Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation (ASTI) Series.

Cities’ Identity Through Architecture and Arts

(Selected Papers) Publication link: https://link.springer.com/book/9783030994792

- Cities' Identity through Architecture and Arts (CITAA) – 5th Edition held online in collaboration with the University of Pisa, Italy in December 2021.

Springer

Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation (ASTI) Series.

Cities’ Vocabularies and the Sustainable Development of the Silkroads

(Selected Papers) Publication link: https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-031-31027-0

- Cities' Identity through Architecture and Arts (CITAA) – 6th Edition held in University of Pisa, Italy in December 2022.

Springer

Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation (ASTI) Series.

Urban Narratives: Exploring Identity, Heritage, and Sustainable Development in Cities

(Selected Papers) Publication link: https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-031-48517-6

- Cities' Identity through Architecture and Arts (CITAA) – 7th Edition held online Collabration with Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, Morocco in September, 2023.

Springer

Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation (ASTI) Series.

Urban Identity Explored: Architecture and Arts in Cities

(Selected Papers) Publication link: https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-031-60641-0

- For participants who need Entry Visas to the country where the conference will be held, IEREK will issue the corresponding invitation letter for accepted applicants to facilitate visa issuance.

- Please notice that we will endeavor to assist you in obtaining a visa but the responsibility is yours and the decision rests solely with the appropriate Embassy.

Invitation Letter Issuance Process

1- In case the participant is an author who has submitted a research paper to the conference, it must get accepted by the Scientific Committee

2- Required participation fees must be paid

3- The participant should send the following information to the conference's official email:

* A clear copy of passport

* Passport number

* Full name as written in your passport.

* Date of Issuing and Expiration

* Date of Birth

* Email address of the nearest Embassy/Consulate to you

* Mobile Number including country code

4- Conference coordinator will issue the needful invitation letter and send a copy to the participant's email, in addition to another one to the corresponding email address of embassy/consulate

5- The participant should print out the invitation letter along with all other required documents by the embassy/consulate and apply for VISA

 A.Physical Attendance