The recent surge in technological innovation has propelled humanity into an era where the necessity of fusing artificial intelligence (AI) and sustainability has emerged. Spearheading this transformative movement is the recognition that AI holds unparalleled potential to address some of the most pressing challenges facing our planet today. From optimizing smart city planning to revolutionizing agricultural practices, the spectrum of topics covered in this conference reflects the diverse ways in which AI is reshaping our world for the better.

Consider the intricate dance of urban life: cities, once mere conglomerates of buildings and infrastructure, are evolving into complex ecosystems where every decision reverberates through the fabric of society and the environment. In this context, artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a formidable partner, providing valuable knowledge and remedies to optimize the allocation of resources, bolster energy efficiency, and enhance the well-being of individuals residing in urban areas. By utilizing predictive analytics, algorithms grounded in machine learning, and decision-making informed by data, urban areas possess the capacity to experience a transformation into dynamic entities that adapt and progress incessantly, thereby ensuring long-term sustainability and resilience in light of swift urbanization.

Sectors like transportation and energy management are positioned to experience substantial advantages from incorporating AI applications. AI-driven technologies present distinct prospects within transportation, including optimizing traffic flow, reducing congestion, and enhancing safety through autonomous vehicles and intelligent traffic management systems. AI has the potential to fundamentally change the way we generate, distribute, and employ energy within the realm of energy management. This alteration has the capacity to result in energy frameworks that not only exhibit greater efficiency, but also demonstrate enhanced environmental sustainability.

AI is exerting a significant influence on the domain of environmental conservation due to its provision of diverse instruments and technologies for the objective of overseeing, simulating, and administering natural ecosystems. Researchers and conservationists are able to enhance their comprehension and safeguard biodiversity, address the consequences of climate change, and encourage sustainable resource management practices through the utilization of AI applications such as satellite imagery analysis and species tracking.

We are thrilled to announce the first edition of the Suistanble Artificial Intelligence-Powered Applications (SAIPA) conference, a premier gathering that serves as a nexus for thought leaders, researchers, and professionals at the forefront of AI innovation and sustainability. SAIPA conference promises to be a pivotal platform, fostering collaboration and dialogue across diverse disciplines. This conference aims to push the boundaries of conventional discourse, catalyzing fresh insights and driving actionable solutions to address the most pressing global challenges.

Scope:

SAIPA conference serves as a dynamic platform for professionals and researchers spanning artificial intelligence, sustainability, environmental sciences, and engineering domains. It aims to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and problem-solving across these interdisciplinary fields. Participants will engage in discussions covering a wide array of topics, including AI integration, renewable energy solutions, sustainable resource management practices, environmental conservation efforts, and the convergence of various engineering disciplines.

Statement of Purpose:

This conference aims to establish an interactive and interdisciplinary forum, enabling attendees to explore cutting-edge developments, exchange innovative perspectives, and collectively tackle the evolving challenges across these vibrant sectors. Through captivating keynote presentations, insightful workshops, and collaborative dialogues, the conference seeks to cultivate an environment of curiosity, cooperation, and progressive thought. As we navigate the intricate nexus of AI applications and sustainability concerns, our goal is to inspire transformative ideas and sustainable solutions. We invite you to join us on this intellectual voyage as we shape the future landscape of AI integration, sustainability, and engineering technologies.

• 1. AI-Driven Urban Resilience Strategies

  1. Resilient Urban Design through AI
  2. AI-Driven Risk Assessment and Mitigation
  3. AI-Enhanced Urban Green Space Planning
  4. Disaster Response Optimization with AI
  5. AI-Enabled Infrastructure Monitoring
  6. Predictive Maintenance for Urban Infrastructure
  7. Urban Heat Island Mitigation Strategies
  8. Real-time Data Analysis for Urban Resilience
  9. AI-Powered Adaptive Infrastructure Design
  10. Dynamic Resource Allocation with AI

• 2. Smart City Planning with AI

  1. Urban Mobility Solutions with AI
  2. Traffic Flow Optimization with AI
  3. AI-Enabled Public Space Design
  4. AI-Enhanced Public Transit Systems
  5. Dynamic Energy Demand Forecasting with AI
  6. AI-Driven Smart Building Technologies
  7. Sustainable Infrastructure Planning with AI
  8. AI-Driven Air Quality Management Systems
  9. Behavioral Analytics for Urban Planning
  10. AI-Driven Waste Management Strategies

• 3. AI Integration Innovations: Advancing Technological Synergy

  1. Cross-Domain Knowledge Transfer in AI Systems
  2. Federated Learning for Decentralized AI Integration
  3. Human-AI Collaboration in Problem-Solving
  4. AI-Enabled Autonomous Systems Integration
  5. Hybrid AI Architectures for Robust Performance
  6. Continuous Learning and Adaptation in AI Systems
  7. AI-Driven Optimization Across Multiple Domains
  8. AI-Integrated Robotics for Enhanced Automation
  9. AI-Enhanced Cybersecurity Infrastructure Implementation
  10. AI-Driven Predictive Analytics for Dynamic Decision Support

• 4. AI-Driven Energy Management and Renewable Energy Advancements

  1. Grid Stability Enhancement with AI
  2. AI-Optimized Renewable Energy Integration
  3. Energy Storage Management with AI
  4. Power Distribution Networks Enhancement using AI Applications 
  5. Optimization of Microgrid Systems with AI
  6. AI-Driven Smart Metering Solutions
  7. AI-Assisted Demand-Side Management Strategies
  8. Distributed Energy Resource Optimization with AI
  9. AI-Enabled Smart Home Energy Management
  10. Renewable Energy Forecasting for Grid Integration with AI

• 5. Healthcare Innovation through AI for Sustainability

  1. AI-Driven Drug Discovery and Development
  2. AI-Enabled Diagnosis/Treatment Planning
  3. Healthcare Resource Allocation Optimization with AI
  4. AI-Enhanced Epidemiological Surveillance
  5. AI for Mental Health Support and Wellness
  6. Preventive Healthcare Interventions with AI
  7. AI-Enabled Healthcare Access for Underserved Communities
  8. Sustainable Healthcare Delivery Models with AI
  9. AI-Driven Drug Repurposing for Sustainable Healthcare
  10. AI-Enabled Public Health Preparedness

• 6. AI in Agriculture for Sustainable Food Production

  1. Precision Agriculture Techniques with AI
  2. Autonomous Farming Systems with AI
  3. AI-Assisted Crop Rotation and Management
  4. Climate-Resilient Farming Practices with AI
  5. Sustainable Supply Chain Management with AI
  6. AI-Driven Agricultural Waste Reduction Strategies
  7. AI-Enhanced Aquaponics and Hydroponics Systems
  8. AI-Optimized Crop Genetics for Climate Resilience
  9. AI-Powered Precision Livestock Farming
  10. Blockchain Technology Integration for Supply Chain Transparency in Agriculture

• 7. AI Solutions for Climate Change Mitigation

  1. Climate Modeling or Prediction with AI
  2. AI-Enabled Emissions Reduction Strategies
  3. Renewable Energy Optimization with AI
  4. AI for Carbon Capture and Sequestration
  5. Climate Resilience Planning with AI
  6. AI-Enhanced Natural Disaster Preparedness
  7. AI-Assisted Sustainable Land Use Planning
  8. AI-Powered Urban Heat Island Mapping and Mitigation
  9. AI-Enabled Circular Economy Modeling and Optimization
  10. Social Network Analysis for Climate Change Awareness and Advocacy

• 8. AI for Biodiversity Conservation and Preservation

  1. Species Monitoring and Protection with AI
  2. AI-Enabled Habitat Restoration Planning
  3. AI-Assisted Conservation Genetics
  4. Predictive Modeling for Biodiversity Conservation
  5. Threat Identification and Risk Assessment with AI
  6. AI-Powered Ecological Restoration Initiatives
  7. AI-Powered Genetic Monitoring of Endangered Species
  8. Machine Learning for Identifying Invasive Species
  9. AI-Enhanced Ecotourism Management for Conservation
  10. Predictive Modeling for Assessing Habitat Connectivity with AI

Online Attendance

The fee covers:

• A softcopy of the abstract book 
• IEREK Participation/ Contribution Certificate in softcopy
• Acceptance Letters in softcopy
• Consideration for publishing in the Sustainable Artificial Intelligence-Powered Applications (SAIPA) book by Springer
• 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 own fees to pay to attend the event. 
• A research paper fee allows only one author, whether main or co-author, to attend the conference and receive only one copy of the conference Abstract book in soft copy. Extras can be requested for an additional fee.

Payment Methods:

Payment of the registration fee can be made via the following methods (only after online registration):

1. Bank transfer 

Bank Account Name/ Beneficiary Name: COEUS INSTITUTE GMBH
Beneficiary (COEUS) Address: Simmlerstr. 17, 75172 Pforzheim, Germany
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2. Online payment gateway (Stripe)

Participants who would like to complete their payments online must send a request to the conference coordinator/ email and CC [email protected] to receive a customized electronic invoice to complete their payments.

Payment Terms and Guidelines:

• Read more on Important Dates. For information on payment dates, kindly send a request to the conference coordinator/email and CC [email protected] to receive payment details to complete the payment.
• After online registration and payment, the registration fee cannot be reimbursed.
• Final Acceptance/ rejection of your full/ extended paper (if submitted) can only be given after the peer review process.
• Inclusion in the conference program, acceptance letters issuance and consideration for publication must be preceded by registration and payment completion.
• Online Payment (only) should only be completed once a proforma invoice is issued with respective instructions for successful payment.
• Contact our Financial Department for inquiries/ requests.

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 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 4 – 6+ pages long and submitted before the paper submission deadline, in English, and fit within one of the conference topics.
• The paper 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 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 short 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 short 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).

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, and Partnering Organization.

3. Publication: Selected high-quality manuscripts will be published, after peer review, in the (SAIPA) book series by Springer

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.

7. Conference Abstracts Material: Delegates will receive the conference Abstracts book in soft copy.

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/ or submitting their contributions:

NOTE: If you are contributing as an Author of a submitted abstract (for publishing consideration and/or presentation), and regardless of attendance, the fee for the registration is the same. See and Conference Fees for more information.

Types of Participation

1. Attend/ Present Online and Publish in indexed Conference proceedings

The conference offers an Online 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 ASTI Series by Springer as part of the conference proceedings.

See Authors Instructions and Conference Fees for more information.

2. Registration to publish in the proceedings without presenting/ attending

If your full paper is accepted, it may be published in the conference proceedings book in the Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation Book Series by Springer (indexed in Scopus) even if you are not attending the conference. In this case, the accepted work will not be included in the final conference program. See Authors Instructions and Publishing Opportunities 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. See Conference Fees for more information.

Notes to consider:
Send in your questions if you have any to the conference coordinator at the email [email protected]

 A. Online Attendance

ORCID, which stands for Open Researcher and Contributor ID, is a global, not-for-profit organization that aims to provide unique identifiers for authors, researchers, and scholars. ORCiD effectively eliminates duplication and errors regarding author names, affiliations, previous works, and all related academic data.

IEREK is a proud member of ORCiD, and we contribute directly to their initiative of clear and identifiable markers for researchers and scholars. As the first Egyptian partner to ORCiD in the organization’s history, we strongly believe that by utilizing ORCiD’s database and verification services, we become one step closer to achieving an accurate, and identifiable academic landscape.

We encourage our authors to input their ORCiD ID when registering for one of our conferences, submitting an abstract, or a full paper. By doing so, you directly link your research to your identity and affiliation and can showcase your various academic efforts all in one place. By Registering your ORCiD ID, you also increase your works’ visibility and provide easy access to your entire library of research and academic activity.

Click here to learn more about ORCiD, and here to register your ORCiD ID for free.