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Urban Planning and Architectural Design for Sustainable Development (UPADSD) - 12th Edition
Urban Planning and Architectural Design for Sustainable Development (UPADSD) - 12th Edition

IEREK Conference

  • 18, Oct / 20, Oct 2027
  • University of Florence, Italy
Conference Email
[email protected]
Introduction

The global built environment is undergoing a profound transformation, moving beyond traditional construction methods toward a model that prioritizes climate resilience, technological integration, and social equity. As urban areas expand at an unprecedented rate, the planning and architectural sectors face the dual challenge of accommodating rapid population growth while ensuring the preservation of urban heritage and environmental sustainability.

The current era of urbanization is defined by a shift toward "adaptive" and "intelligent" design, where the objective is to create cities that are not only functional but also restorative and energy-positive. This movement requires a sophisticated synthesis of AI-driven urban intelligence, nature-based infrastructure, and community-centric development to manage the complexities of modern city life.

In response to these systemic shifts, the 12th edition of the Urban Planning and Architectural Design for Sustainable Development (UPADSD) conference, in continued collaboration with the DIDA Department at the University of Florence, serves as a global forum for redefining the future of our cities. By integrating advanced digital tools with regenerative design strategies, UPADSD provides a definitive platform where academic research, policy expertise, and industry leadership converge. This edition emphasizes actionable, future-proof solutions, including policy roundtables and specialized publication opportunities, to build a resilient, inclusive, and technologically advanced global urban ecosystem.

Conference Scope

This conference functions as a premier international hub for the convergence of diverse academic, corporate, and entrepreneurial expertise. It brings together urban planners, architects, environmental scientists, policymakers, and civil engineers to foster multidisciplinary research that addresses the urgent need to redesign urban frameworks in a rapidly evolving global context.

Statement of Purpose

UPADSD aims to provide a comprehensive, interdisciplinary forum that bridges the gap between theoretical urban design and modern engineering evolution. Our mission is to facilitate the exchange of knowledge, methodologies, and best practices among scholars and built-environment practitioners. By examining the synergy between digital innovation and climate-responsive architecture, we aim to offer actionable insights that empower urban leaders, strategists, and designers to lead the transition toward a sustainable, healthy, and environmentally resilient urban market.

Conference Topics
  • 1. Urban Design, Development, and Management Strategies

    1.1. Multidisciplinary Frameworks for Holistic Urban Design.

    1.2. Management of Complex Urban Development Lifecycles.

    1.3. Strategies for Adaptive Urban Governance and Planning.

    1.4. Balance of Densification with Urban Livability Standards.

    1.5. Coordination of Multi-Stakeholder Urban Renewal Projects.

    1.6. Long-Term Management Models for Growing Metropolises.

    1.7. Integration of Socio-Economic Factors into Urban Design.

    1.8. Scalable Micro-Interventions for Macro-Urban Impact.

  • 2. City Planning, Urbanization, and Regional Growth

    2.1. Sustainable Urbanization in Emerging Economies.

    2.2. Regional Planning Strategies for Resource-Efficient Growth.

    2.3. Prevention of Urban Sprawl Through Compact City Models.

    2.4. Infrastructure Planning for Rapidly Expanding Populations.

    2.5. Land Use Optimization in High-Density Urban Centers.

    2.6. Bridging of Rural and Urban Development Divides.

    2.7. Decentralized Services for Balanced Regional Growth.

    2.8. Policy Mechanisms for Sustainable Urban Transitions.

  • 3. Next-Generation Architectural Design Methods and Technologies

    3.1. Computational Design for Complex Architectural Forms.

    3.2. Automation in Architectural Planning and Drafting.

    3.3. Advanced Simulation Tools for Performance-Based Design.

    3.4. Integration of Modularity into Custom Architectural Design.

    3.5. Impact of Robotics on Modern Architectural Practices.

    3.6. Precision Engineering in Structural Design.

    3.7. Human-Centric Design Through Interactive Software.

    3.8. Evolving Design Aesthetics in The Digital Age.

  • 4. Climate-Responsive Urban Design and Mitigation Strategies

    4.1. Passive Design Strategies for Micro-Climate Control.

    4.2. Mitigation of Urban Heat Island Effects Through Layout.

    4.3. Climate-Adaptive Building Orientation and Spacing.

    4.4. Designs for Extreme Wind and Solar Access.

    4.5. Urban Morphology and Natural Ventilation Pathways.

    4.6. Carbon Footprint Reduction Through Spatial Design.

    4.7. Reflective Materials and Cool Surface Technologies.

    4.8. Urban Climate Data Analysis for Strategic Design.

  • 5. Integrating Cultural Identity and Art in the Built Environment

    5.1. Cultural Landscape Preservation in Urban Planning.

    5.2. Art Installations for Urban Regeneration.

    5.3. Reflection of Local Heritage in Contemporary Architecture.

    5.4. Public Space Design for Diverse Cultural Expressions.

    5.5. Digital Technologies for Cultural Heritage Documentation.

    5.6. Designs for Community-Led Cultural Events.

    5.7. Identity-Driven Design in Globalized Cityscapes.

    5.8. Ethics of Historic Integration in Modern Buildings.

  • 6. Emerging Trends and Innovations in Built Environment Reinvention

    6.1. Transformation of Obsolete Infrastructure for New Uses.

    6.2. Post-Pandemic Shifts in Workplace and Home Design.

    6.3. Emergence of Flexible, Multi-Purpose Urban Spaces.

    6.4. Trends in Modular and Prefabricated Construction.

    6.5. Integration of Smart Technologies Into Aging Environments.

    6.6. Dynamic Facades and Responsive Building Envelopes.

    6.7. Innovation in Small-Scale Urban Interventions.

    6.8. Circular Design Principles for Existing Structures.

  • 7. Artificial Intelligence and Urban Intelligence for Adaptive Planning

    7.1. AI for Predictive Modeling in Urban Growth.

    7.2. Machine Learning in Smart Traffic and Mobility Management.

    7.3. Adaptive Planning Using Real-Time Sensor Data.

    7.4. AI-Driven Optimization of Energy Usage in Buildings.

    7.5. Automated Monitoring of Infrastructure Health.

    7.6. Citizen Participation Via Digital AI Tools.

    7.7. Management of Privacy and Ethics in Urban Data Usage.

    7.8. Generative AI for Neighborhood Design Solutions.

  • 8. Climate Resilience, Adaptation, and Positive Urbanism

    8.1. Infrastructure for Flood Resilience and Water Management.

    8.2. Climate-Positive Urban Energy Systems.

    8.3. Community-Led Strategies for Climate Disaster Recovery.

    8.4. Resilient Building Codes for Changing Environments.

    8.5. Designs for Sea-Level Rise and Coastal Protection.

    8.6. Long-Term Adaptation Pathways for Vulnerable Districts.

    8.7. Integration of Carbon-Capture Tech in Urban Design.

    8.8. Resilience Metrics in Urban Neighborhoods.

  • 9. Sustainable Mobility and Transit-Oriented Infrastructure

    9.1. Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) As A Catalyst.

    9.2. Design of Walkable and Cycle-Friendly Neighborhoods.

    9.3. Electrification of Public Transit Infrastructure.

    9.4. Integration of Micro-Mobility with Mass Transit.

    9.5. Reduction of Vehicular Dependency Through Urban Design.

    9.6. Smart Parking Solutions for Sustainable Mobility.

    9.7. Universal Accessibility in Public Transport Systems.

    9.8. Data-Driven Optimization of Transit Networks.

  • 10. Advanced Construction Techniques and Sustainable Materials

    10.1. Low-Carbon Concrete and Steel Alternatives.

    10.2. Use of Bio-Based and Recycled Building Materials.

    10.3. Innovations in 3D-Printed Building Components.

    10.4. Prefabrication and Off-Site Assembly Techniques.

    10.5. Lifecycle Assessment of Modern Construction Materials.

    10.6. Self-Healing and Smart Material Applications.

    10.7. Traditional Material Techniques for Modern Performance.

    10.8. Construction Waste Management and Recycling Loops.

  • 11. Regenerative Renovation and Adaptive Reuse Paradigms

    11.1. Conversion of Industrial Buildings into Mixed-Use Hubs.

    11.2. Retrofitting Heritage Structures for Energy Efficiency.

    11.3. Strategies for Increased Structural Longevity.

    11.4. Balance of Historic Integrity with Modern Utility.

    11.5. Regenerative Design in Large-Scale Building Refurbishments.

    11.6. Social and Economic Impacts of Adaptive Reuse.

    11.7. Legislative Support for Repurposing Older Assets.

    11.8. Design for Disassembly in Renovation Projects.

  • 12. Urban Green Infrastructure and Nature-Based Solutions

    12.1. Integration of Vertical Gardens and Green Roofs.

    12.2. Expansion of Permeable Surfaces for Natural Drainage.

    12.3. Urban Forestry for Biodiversity and Air Quality.

    12.4. Pocket Parks and Distributed Green Spaces.

    12.5. Economic Benefits of Nature-Based Urban Interventions.

    12.6. Bio-Filtration Systems for Urban Water Reuse.

    12.7. Planning Corridors for Urban Wildlife Migration.

    12.8. Scaling of Nature-Based Solutions for Whole Cities.

  • 13. Public Space, Community Well-being, and Biophilic Design

    13.1. Biophilic Design in High-Density Residential Areas.

    13.2. Design for Social Interaction in Public Squares.

    13.3. Impact of Green Spaces on Mental and Physical Health.

    13.4. Inclusive Public Design for Vulnerable Groups.

    13.5. Tactical Urbanism for Immediate Community Improvement.

    13.6. Safety and Security Through Environmental Design.

    13.7. Youth and Elderly-Oriented Public Space Programming.

    13.8. Social Equity Measurement in Public Space Access.

  • 14. Post-Disaster Reconstruction and Resilient Community Building

    14.1. Rapid Housing Solutions for Disaster-Affected Areas.

    14.2. Integration of Long-Term Resilience in Recovery Planning.

    14.3. Social Cohesion During Post-Disaster Reconstruction.

    14.4. Temporary Urban Interventions in Crisis Settings.

    14.5. Risk Mapping to Prevent Future Community Damage.

    14.6. Financing and Policy for Equitable Reconstruction.

    14.7. Preservation of Community Heritage Post-Catastrophe.

    14.8. Local Capacity Building for Disaster Preparedness.

  • 15. Governance, Policy, and Financing for Urban Sustainability

    15.1. Innovative Municipal Financing for Urban Projects.

    15.2. Policy Frameworks for Public-Private Partnerships.

    15.3. Regulatory Incentives for Sustainable Development.

    15.4. Implementation of Circular Economy Policies in Cities.

    15.5. Land Value Capture for Infrastructure Funding.

    15.6. Addressing Housing Affordability Through Policy.

    15.7. Governance Models for Regional Planning Bodies.

    15.8. Alignment of Urban Policies with Global Sustainability Agendas.

  • 16. The Future of Sustainable Urbanism and Visionary Environments

    16.1. Scenario Planning for Long-Term Urban Sustainability.

    16.2. Utopian Versus Dystopian Urban Visions in Practice.

    16.3. Designs for The Evolving Needs of The Next Century.

    16.4. Autonomous Transportation Impacts on Urban Form.

    16.5. Success Evaluation in Sustainable City Models.

    16.6. Education and Professional Training for Future Urbanists.

    16.7. Global Cooperation on Shared Urban Challenges.

    16.8. Transition to Zero-Impact Urban Ecosystems.

Important Dates
Title Date
Abstract Submission Deadline 18 Apr 2027
Last Notification for Abstract Acceptance & Approval to present 30 Apr 2027
Letter of Visa (for delegates who need visa entry) Payment required 10 Jul 2027
Early Payment Deadline 10 May 2027
Regular Payment Deadline 15 Jul 2027
Late Payment Deadline 10 Sep 2027
Full Paper Submission Deadline 01 Sep 2027
Notification of acceptance/ rejection of the submitted full paper 10 Sep 2027
Conference Program 18 Sep 2027
Conference Launch 18 Oct 2027

 

Registration & Fees

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.

IEREK Community

IEREK Community members receive 25% off the Regular payment stage.

If you are a returning author, published researcher, institutional partner, or active contributor to IEREK activities, you may be eligible for exclusive Community benefits. Visit the IEREK Community Section to learn more and check your eligibility.

Physical Attendance

Type of Registration Early Payment Deadline
10 May 2027
Regular Payment Deadline
15 Jul 2027
Late Payment Deadline
10 Sep 2027
Scopus indexed-ASTI Book by Springer or SUCI Book by Springer
Student / Early Career Researcher 300 € 350 € 400 €
Academic 350 € 400 € 450 €
Professional / Industry 400 € 450 € 500 €
Co-author/ Audience 150 € 200 € 250 €
SLNR Book by Springer
Student / Early Career Researcher 250 € 300 € 350 €
Academic
Professional / Industry
Co-author/ Audience 150 € 200 € 250 €
Open Access IEREK Press Journals
Student / Early Career Researcher 200 € 250 € 300 €
Academic 250 € 300 € 350 €
Professional / Industry 300 € 350 € 400 €
Co-author/ Audience 150 € 200 € 250 €

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

Type of Registration Early Payment Deadline
10 May 2027
Regular Payment Deadline
15 Jul 2027
Late Payment Deadline
10 Sep 2027
Scopus indexed-ASTI Book by Springer or SUCI Book by Springer
Student / Early Career Researcher 250 € 300 € 350 €
Academic 300 € 350 € 400 €
Professional / Industry 350 € 400 € 450 €
Co-author/ Audience 100 € 150 € 200 €
SLNR Book by Springer
Student / Early Career Researcher 200 € 250 € 300 €
Academic
Professional / Industry
Co-author/ Audience 100 € 150 € 200 €
Open Access IEREK Press Journals
Student / Early Career Researcher 150 € 200 € 250 €
Academic 200 € 250 € 300 €
Professional / Industry 250 € 300 € 350 €
Co-author/ Audience 100 € 150 € 200 €

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.

Countries List

Afghanistan, Algeria, Angola, Bangladesh, Benin, Bhutan, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cambodia, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo, Congo Dem. Rep., Côte d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Honduras, India, Iran, Jordan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kyrgyz Republic, Lao PDR, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Micronesia, Mongolia, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Rwanda, Samoa, São Tomé and Principe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Syria, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Timor-Leste, Togo, Tunisia, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe

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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COEUS

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Strategic Financial Partner

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

IEREK Community

IEREK Community is a reflection of our appreciation for the scholars, institutions, and research groups who continuously contribute to the growth and excellence of IEREK’s academic network. Through exclusive rates and added privileges, we aim to make participation more accessible while strengthening long-term collaboration, research continuity, and institutional partnerships within our global community.

Eligible members of the IEREK Community receive a 25% discount during the Regular payment stage and may benefit from special discounts on other IEREK conferences.

The IEREK Community includes:

  • Previous attendees of IEREK conferences

  • Loyal authors who consistently participate in multiple editions of the same conference

  • Authors who have published in IEREK conference proceedings or journals

  • Researchers registering as a group submission

  • Faculty members and researchers from universities with current or past partnership agreements with IEREK

  • Universities and academic institutions located in the hosting country of the conference

  • Active authors who continuously support and engage with IEREK’s activities on social media (sharing, promoting, and contributing to community visibility)

  • Academics who support IEREK as moderators, keynote or guest speakers, reviewers, or editors

Authors should contact the conference manager at [email protected] to request consideration for discounts in any of the above cases.

Publishing Opportunities
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📚 Springer Series

All accepted submissions to the conference, after a rigorous double-blinded peer-review process by the respective Editorial Board, will be published in one of the following:

Advances in Science, Technology, and Innovation (ASTI)

Advances in Science, Technology and Innovation (ASTI), an IEREK interdisciplinary book series published by Springer Nature. (SCOPUS indexed)

Publisher: Springer Nature (IEREK Interdisciplinary book series)

Indexing: SCOPUS indexed; some titles in Web of Science (ISI)

Focus: Emerging research in science, technology, and innovation for sustainable development, addressing UN SDGs.

Sustainable Civil Infrastructures (SUCI)

Publisher: Springer (Peer-reviewed book series)

Indexing: EI Compendex, SCImago, SCOPUS, zbMATH

Focus: Sustainable engineering materials and designs for civil infrastructures, addressing impacts of weather extremes and improving well-being.

MESD

MENA Earth System Dynamics (MESD)

Focus: Environmental and developmental challenges in the MENA region.

Key Areas: Earth Systems Science, Geotechnics, and Geoinformatics specific to MENA.

Goal: Publish scientific breakthroughs and innovative solutions for a sustainable MENA Future.

Sustainable Landscape Planning and Natural Resources Management (SLNR)

Publisher: Springer (Peer-reviewed book series)

Focus: Groundbreaking research at the intersection of sustainable landscape planning and natural resources management.

Key Areas: Landscape ecology, green urbanism, urban regeneration, land restoration, energy management, nature conservation, geosciences, civil engineering, and water management.

📰 IEREK Press Journals

Internationally peer-reviewed, open access journals published by IEREK Press. Covering a wide range of disciplines including sustainability, architecture, engineering, and environmental sciences.

Journal on: 

  • Environmental Science & Sustainable Development (ESSD)
  • The Proceedings of the Academic Research Community on Social and Behavioral Sciences (ARChive-SR)
  • Proceedings of Science and Technology (Resourceedings)
  • BAHETH International Journal.
Authors' Instructions
  • IEREK has an unyielding policy regarding plagiarism. Copying or taking the ideas and work of other authors without permission and credit is considered fraudulent.
  • The reviewing committee and IEREK employees have the authority to reject a paper during the review process if it is found to contain minor or major plagiarism.
  • Authors must refer to and abide by the submission guidelines when submitting their abstracts or 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 6+ pages long and submitted before the paper submission deadline, in English, and fit within one of the conference topics.
  • Papers should be a minimum of 6 pages and contain 4,000 words, excluding references.
    Authors should support their research and clarify their ideas using various explanatory methods, such as figures, equations, and diagrams.
  • 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.

يمكنك تقديم بحثك باللغة العربية (مع كتابة الملخص باللغة الأنجليزية)، وسيتم نشرها بعد المراجعة في مجلة باحث (مجلة علمية محكمة تنشر أبحاثا أكاديمية في مجالات الهندسة والتكنولوجيا)

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

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

  • If submitted, the extension (short 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).
  • If you are not interested in publishing an extended abstract in the proceedings in ASTI by Springer Nature, please inform the conference support ([email protected]).
Participants' Instructions

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 in-person or Online and Publish in indexed Conference proceedings

The conference offers 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.

 

2. 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:
Attendance online and in-person are possible upon confirmation with the conference secretariat/ coordinator at [email protected] and following Conference Fees covered.

* The participation fee is uninform for all options presented above.

* For participants wishing to attend in-person, a visa invitation letter will be provided upon request, for which case a copy of your passport will be required. The invitation letter can only be provided after acceptance and full payment.

* Before planning your trip, be sure to check travel restrictions to the conference’s hosting country. Visit travel information and restrictions, and send in your questions if you have any to the conference coordinator at the email [email protected]

Benefits of Attending

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.

7. Conference Abstracts Material: Delegates will receive the conference Abstracts book in a digital format.

Previous Publications

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Urban planning and Architectural Design for Sustainable Development (UPADSD) held in Lecce of Italy in October, 2015.


Elsevier

Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Special Issue: Urban Planning and Architectural Design for Sustainable Development (UPADSD)
Publication Link: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/journal/18770428/216?sdc=1

 

Urban Planning and Architectural Design for Sustainable Development (UPADSD) – 2nd Edition held in Palermo Italy in October 2017.


Springer

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

Urban and Transit Planning
(Selected Papers) Publication link: https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9783030173074

IEREK Press

The Academic Research Community Publication (ARChive)

 Vol 2, issue #1 (2018): Urban Planning and Transport
Publication link: https://press.ierek.com/index.php/ARChive/issue/view/13/showToc

 

Urban Planning and Architectural Design for Sustainable Development (UPADSD) – 3rd Edition held in Cairo, Egypt in December 2018.

IEREK Press

The Academic Research Community Publication (ARChive)

Vol 3, issue #2 (2019): Recent Studies in Urban Sustainability and Future Cities' Planning
Publication link: https://press.ierek.com/index.php/ARChive/issue/view/32/showToc

 

Urban Planning and Architectural Design for Sustainable Development (UPADSD) – 4th Edition (Online Conference) in November 2019.

Springer

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

Advanced Studies in Efficient Environmental Design and City Planning
Publication link: http://www.springer.com/gp/book/9783030651800

 

- Urban Planning and Architectural Design for Sustainable Development (UPADSD) – 5th Edition (Online Conference in Collaboration with Florence University, Italy) in July 2020.

Springer

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

Urban and Transit Planning - 2nd Edition

Publication link: https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-030-97046-8

IEREK Press

The Academic Research Community Publication (ARChive) 

 Vol 5, issue #1 (2021): Urban and Environmental Studies
Publication link: https://press.ierek.com/index.php/ARChive/issue/view/52/showToc

 

-Urban Planning and Architectural Design for Sustainable Development (UPADSD) – 6th Edition (Online Conference in Collaboration with Florence University, Italy) in September 2021.

Springer

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

Urban and Transit Planning - 3nd Edition.

Publication link: https://link.springer.com/book/9783031209949

 

IEREK Press

The Academic Research Community Publication (ARChive) 

 Vol 6, issue #1 (2022): Urban & Architectural Revitalization and Heritage Preservation
Publication link: https://press.ierek.com/index.php/ARChive/issue/view/56
Refund / Withdrawal Policy

 A.Physical Attendance

Delegates in any event who cancel their registration due to special circumstances will receive refunds according to the following plan:

Cancellation Policy

Up to 60 days before the event

Up to 50 days before the event

Up to 40 days before the event

39 days before the event

Penalty

20%

50%

70%

100%

EXCEPTION

A refund is not possible if

-An acceptance letter has been issued (Authors only)

-The proceedings of the event have been published (Authors only)

-A Visa invitation letter has been issued (All Participants)

Visa Rejection Cases

Reason and proof of rejection must be submitted. If the reason for rejection is due to an error on our part, the participant will be refunded their full fee with a deduction of a 20% administration fee.

Documents to be issued by IEREK to acquire a visa are as follows:

*Final Acceptance Letter (Authors only)

*Visa Invitation Letter

*Invoice/proof of payment

We encourage all authors and attendees to ensure their having acquired all documents (those applicable) mentioned.

If the reason for rejection is not related to any of the aforementioned and is an error on the participant’s part, the following will apply:

*Authors: may choose to let their co-author present his/her research on his/her behalf free of charge. If the author does not have a co-author, a member of the scientific committee shall present on the author’s behalf.

*Audience members/Registrants: will only be allowed to attend another similar event of their choosing that is organized by IEREK free of charge.

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