Business management, entrepreneurship, and sustainable circular economy are all important for different reasons. Business management ensures efficient resource allocation and strategic planning, entrepreneurship drives economic growth and innovation, and a sustainable circular economy promotes environmental sustainability and long-term economic stability. These concepts are interconnected and play a crucial role in shaping the future of businesses and societies.

The lack of business management, entrepreneurship, and sustainable circular economy practices can result in inefficient resource allocation, limited innovation, environmental degradation, missed economic opportunities, lack of long-term economic stability, social and ethical concerns, and ineffective planning. Businesses and organizations need to prioritize these practices to address these challenges and promote sustainable and responsible growth.

That is why IEREK is hosting the second edition of its “Business Management, Entrepreneurship, and Sustainable Circular Economy” conference. Business management provides a framework for strategic planning and decision-making. Without proper management practices, organizations may struggle with ineffective planning, leading to poor decision-making and unsatisfactory outcomes.

Conference Scope

The conference titled "Business Management, Entrepreneurship, and Sustainable Circular Economy" aims to explore various topics related to the integration of sustainability principles into business practices. The conference scope includes topics such as circular economy strategies and implementation, sustainable business models and practices, entrepreneurship and innovation for sustainability, circular economy, and waste management, sustainable finance and investment, and policy and regulatory frameworks for sustainable business. Through engaging discussions and knowledge sharing, the conference seeks to provide insights into how businesses can transition to a circular economy model, adopt sustainable practices, promote entrepreneurship for sustainable solutions, effectively manage waste, attract sustainable finance, and navigate policy and regulatory landscapes for sustainable business management and entrepreneurship.

Statement of Purpose

The statement of purpose highlights the key objectives of the conference, which include facilitating discussions, knowledge sharing, and networking opportunities among participants. It emphasizes the importance of sustainable business practices, entrepreneurship, and the circular economy in driving positive environmental and social impacts. The statement also emphasizes the conference's contribution to the advancement of a more sustainable and circular economy for the benefit of businesses and society.and society.

• 1. Sustainable Business Models

  1.1. Circular Economy Business Models: Exploring Strategies for Sustainability

  1.2. Sharing Economy: Collaborative Consumption and Sustainable Business Models

  1.3. Product-as-a-Service: Transitioning from Ownership to Access Models

  1.4. Closed-Loop Systems: Reducing Waste and Maximizing Resource Efficiency

  1.5. Regenerative Agriculture: Sustainable Business Models in the Food Industry

  1.6. Zero Waste Initiatives: Driving Sustainable Business Practices

  1.7. Circular Fashion: Redesigning the Clothing Industry for Sustainability

  1.8. Circular Packaging: Innovations in Sustainable Materials and Design

  1.9. Circular Tourism: Creating Sustainable Travel Experiences

  1.10. Circular Cities: Urban Planning for Sustainable Business Models

• 2. Technology and Digital Transformation

  2.1. Digital Disruption: How Technology is Transforming Traditional Business Models

  2.2. Internet of Things (IoT) and Sustainable Supply Chains

  2.3. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning for Sustainable Business

  2.4. Blockchain Technology for Transparency and Trust in the Circular Economy

  2.5. Digital Platforms and Circular Business Models

  2.6. Data Analytics and Sustainability Metrics

  2.7. Cybersecurity and Data Privacy in the Circular Economy

  2.8. Digital Skills and Workforce Development for the Circular Economy

  2.9. Emerging Technologies and their Impact on the Circular Economy

  2.10. Digital Marketing and Communication for Sustainable Brands

• 3. Measuring and Reporting Sustainability

  3.1. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Sustainable Business Practices

  3.2. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Environmental Footprinting

  3.3. Social Impact Measurement and Reporting

  3.4. Integrated Reporting and Triple Bottom Line (TBL) Accounting

  3.5. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Reporting

  3.6. Assurance and Verification of Sustainability Reports

  3.7. Materiality Assessment and Stakeholder Engagement

  3.8. Reporting Tools and Technologies for Sustainability

  3.9. Transparency and Disclosure in Supply Chains

  3.10. Communicating Sustainability: Effective Reporting and Storytelling

• 4. Sustainable Business Practices: Strategies for Implementing Circular Economy Principles

  4.1. Circular Design: Integrating Sustainability into Product Development

  4.2. Waste Reduction and Resource Optimization in the Circular Economy

  4.3. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and Product Stewardship

  4.4. Circular Business Models: From Linear to Circular Thinking

  4.5. Collaboration and Partnerships for Circular Economy Success

  4.6. Circular Procurement and Supply Chain Management

  4.7. Circular Economy in the Built Environment: Green Buildings and Sustainable Infrastructure

  4.8. Circular Economy and Consumer Behavior Change

  4.9. Circular Economy Metrics and Performance Measurement

  4.10. Circular Economy and Business Resilience

• 5. Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Circular Economy

  5.1. Circular Innovation: Driving Sustainable Solutions and Disruptive Technologies

  5.2. Startups and Entrepreneurship in the Circular Economy

  5.3. Circular Business Models and Value Propositions for Entrepreneurs

  5.4. Circular Economy Incubators and Accelerators: Supporting Circular Entrepreneurs

  5.5. Financing Circular Startups: Funding Strategies and Investment Opportunities

  5.6. Circular Innovation Ecosystems: Collaborations and Partnerships

  5.7. Design Thinking and Circular Innovation

  5.8. Intellectual Property and Open Innovation in the Circular Economy

  5.9. Circular Entrepreneurship in Emerging Industries

  5.10. Circular Innovation for Social Impact

• 6. Leadership and Management for Sustainable Business Growth

  6.1. Transformational Leadership in the Circular Economy

  6.2. Sustainable Business Strategy and Visionary Leadership

  6.3. Change Management and Organizational Resilience in the Circular Economy

  6.4. Ethical Leadership and Corporate Social Responsibility

  6.5. Talent Management and Human Capital Development for Sustainable Business

  6.6. Sustainable Innovation and Entrepreneurial Leadership

  6.7. Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration for Sustainable Business Growth

  6.8. Sustainable Supply Chain Management and Leadership

  6.9. Risk Management and Resilient Leadership in the Circular Economy

  6.10. Communication and Stakeholder Reporting in Sustainable Business Leadership

• 7. Financing the Circular Economy: Opportunities and Challenges

  7.1. Impact Investing and Sustainable Finance for the Circular Economy

  7.2. Circular Economy Investment Funds and Financing Mechanisms

  7.3. Government Policies and Incentives for Circular Economy Financing

  7.4. Circular Economy and Corporate Finance: Business Case and Return on Investment (ROI)

  7.5. Crowdfunding and Crowdsourcing for Circular Economy Projects

  7.6. Circular Economy Partnerships and Collaborative Funding Models

  7.7. Financial Innovations for the Circular Economy: Blockchain and Tokenization

  7.8. Circular Economy Metrics and Reporting for Investors

  7.9. Risk Management and Financial Due Diligence in Circular Economy Investments

  7.10. Financing Circular Startups and Small Businesses

• 8. Circular Supply Chain Management: From Sourcing to Distribution

  8.1. Sustainable Sourcing and Procurement Strategies in the Circular Economy

  8.2. Circular Supply Chain Design and Optimization

  8.3. Circular Supply Chain Collaboration and Partnerships

  8.4. Technology and Digitalization in Circular Supply Chain Management

  8.5. Product Recovery and End-of-Life Management in Circular Supply Chains

  8.6. Circular Transportation and Logistics

  8.7. Circular Packaging and Waste Reduction in the Supply Chain

  8.8. Traceability and Transparency in Circular Supply Chains

  8.9. Circular Supply Chain Resilience and Risk Management

  8.10. Metrics and Reporting for Circular Supply Chain Performance

• 9. Circular Design and Product Development: Creating Sustainable Solutions

  9.1. Sustainable Design Principles for the Circular Economy

  9.2. Material Selection and Eco-Design in Circular Product Development

  9.3. Modularity and Design for Disassembly in the Circular Economy

  9.4. Biomimicry and Nature-Inspired Design for Circular Solutions

  9.5. Circular Design Strategies for Packaging and Single-Use Products

  9.6. Designing for the Sharing Economy and Product-as-a-Service Models

  9.7. Designing for Behavior Change and Sustainable Consumption

  9.8. Collaborative Design and Open-Source Innovation in the Circular Economy

  9.9. Circular Design Metrics and Assessment Tools

• 10. Circular Economy Policies and Regulations: Navigating the Legal Landscape

  10.1. Policy Frameworks for Advancing the Circular Economy

  10.2. Legislative Approaches to Circular Economy Implementation

  10.3. Circular Economy and Sustainable Public Procurement

  10.4. Legal Considerations for Circular Business Models

  10.5. International Trade and Circular Economy Policies

  10.6. Intellectual Property Rights and the Circular Economy

  10.7. Financing and Tax Incentives for Circular Economy Practices

  10.8. Compliance and Reporting in the Circular Economy

  10.9. Circular Economy and Waste Management Regulations

  10.10. Regulatory Challenges and Opportunities in the Circular Economy

• 11. Circular Business Models: Case Studies and Best Practices

  11.1. Case Studies of Successful Circular Business Models

  11.2. Sharing Economy and Collaborative Consumption Models

  11.3. Product-as-a-Service and Subscription-Based Models

  11.4. Remanufacturing and Refurbishment Models

  11.5. Resource Recovery and Waste-to-Value Models

  11.6. Upcycling and Product Redesign Models

  11.7. Digital Platforms and Circular Business Models

  11.8. Circular Supply Chain and Closed-Loop Models

  11.9. Social Enterprises and Circular Economy Models

  11.10. Scaling Circular Business Models: Lessons and Strategies

• 12. Social and Environmental Impacts of Circular Economy Initiatives

  12.1. Carbon Footprint Reduction in the Circular Economy

  12.2. Waste Reduction and Resource Conservation in the Circular Economy

  12.3. Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy in Circular Economy Initiatives

  12.4. Job Creation and Skills Development in the Circular Economy

  12.5. Social Innovation and Community Engagement in Circular Economy Initiatives

  12.6. Sustainable Consumption and Behavior Change in the Circular Economy

  12.7. Circular Economy and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  12.8. Circular Economy and Biodiversity Conservation

  12.9. Social Equity and Inclusion in Circular Economy Initiatives

  12.10. Life Cycle Assessment and Sustainability Metrics in Circular Economy Initiativ

• 13. Circular Economy in Emerging Industries: Opportunities and Risks

  13.1. Circular Economy in the Renewable Energy Sector

  13.2. Circular Economy in the Electric Vehicle Industry

  13.3. Circular Economy in the Fashion and Textile Industry

  13.4. Circular Economy in the Food and Agriculture Sector

  13.5. Circular Economy in the Construction and Building Industry

  13.6. Circular Economy in the Electronics and IT Industry

  13.7. Circular Economy in the Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Sector

  13.8. Circular Economy in the Plastics and Packaging Industry

  13.9. Circular Economy in the Tourism and Hospitality Sector

  13.10. Circular Economy in the Biotechnology and Bioeconomy Sector

• 14. Circular Economy and Digital Transformation: Harnessing Technology for Sustainability

  14.1. Internet of Things (IoT) and Smart Systems in the Circular Economy

  14.2. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning in Circular Economy Applications

  14.3. Blockchain Technology for Transparency and Traceability in the Circular Economy

  14.4. Data Analytics and Circular Economy Decision-Making

  14.5. Circular Economy and Digital Platforms for Sharing and Collaboration

  14.6. Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) for Circular Design and User Engagement

  14.7. Data Privacy and Security in the Circular Economy

  14.8. Digital Literacy and Skills Development for the Circular Economy

  14.9. Circular Economy Business Models Enabled by Digital Transformation

  14.10. Collaboration and Partnerships in the Digital Circular Economy

• 15. Circular Economy in the Global Context: International Perspectives and Collaborations

  15.1. International Policies and Agreements for Advancing the Circular Economy

  15.2. Circular Economy Practices and Success Stories from Around the World

  15.3. Cross-Border Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing in the Circular Economy

  15.4. Circular Economy and Sustainable Supply Chains in Global Trade

  15.5. Circular Economy and Developing Countries: Opportunities and Challenges

  15.6. Circular Economy and Global Waste Management Strategies

  15.7. Circular Economy and Sustainable Consumption Patterns in a Globalized World

  15.8. Circular Economy and International Technology Transfer

  15.9. Circular Economy and Global Climate Action

  15.10. Circular Economy and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a Global Context

General Instructions

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. Income-Based Discounts:

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

Publication Opportunities

IEREK offers many alternative venues for publication. All accepted submissions to the conference, after a rigorous double-blinded peer-review process by the respective and highly-distinguished Editorial Board, will be published through one of the following venues:

1. Scopus/Web of Science:

   Selected papers (according to the preference of the author) will be published in one of the Scopus-indexed or Web of Science-indexed book series or through related journal special issues. See the publishing opportunities section.

2. Springer Series/IEREK Journals:

   Accepted papers (according to the preference of the author) will be published through the Springer book series or through a special issue in one of the IEREK press open-access Journals.

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.

5. Presentation Only:

   An author may need to attend the conference for presentation only to present a research idea without publication or full paper submission; the fee in this case will be decreased.

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.

Publication Types:

Type 1:

• Physical attendance + Publication through Scopus and  (SCImago), EI Compendex, zbMATH indexation)

  Through IEREK – Springer Nature Interdisciplinary book series “Advances in Science, Technology, and Innovation” (ASTI). See previous publication here.

Type 2:

• Physical attendance + Publication through Open-access IEREK press Journals (to be indexed soon in Web of Science and afterward in Scopus)

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
• A 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.
• 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.

IEREK is dedicated to optimizing the benefits for each delegate so, similar to physical attendance, when it comes to virtual attendance IEREK also provides two venues for publication, which are:

Type 3:

• (Online attendance+ Publication through Scopus and (SCImago), EI Compendex, zbMATH indexation)

  Online attendance + Publication through Scopus and Web of Science indexation Through IEREK – Springer Nature Interdisciplinary book series “Advances in Science, Technology, and Innovation” ASTI, see previous publications here.

Type 4:

• Online attendance + Publication through Open-access IEREK press Journals (to be indexed soon in Web of Science and afterward in Scopus)

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 available special issues 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. 20%: 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. 20%: Waiving with 15% for low-income countries according to the World Bank classification mentioned below. (applicable to the regular payment stage)
3. 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 of payments.

* Participants can use only one type of discount opportunity, which meets their preferences.

* 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 2025 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

Publish through iDirect

iDirect is a new and efficient platform that allows direct submissions of research papers across various fields of science. iDirect accepts and covers all fields of science, not only those related to a particular conference. Individual authors are encouraged to submit their research discussing new ideas and presenting solutions to everyday problems that fall under numerous scientific themes. The iDirect platform is integrated into the peer review system for online conferences. You can publish your work through iDirect without the need to attend the conference or adhere to any submission deadlines. iDirect accepts a wide range of disciplines, eliminating the need to align with the conference's specific theme or scope. Based on the scope of your research, we will identify the most relevant proceedings for publication. The editor will schedule a discussion with you to review your presentation before proceeding to the peer-review process. Learn more here!

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 3 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.

Visa Application

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 attempt to assist you in obtaining a visa but the responsibility is yours and the decision rests solely with the appropriate Embassy. For the requirements of issuing a visa letter please read more here!

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

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

About ASTI

Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation (ASTI) is a series of peer-reviewed books based on important emerging research that redefines the current disciplinary boundaries in science, technology and innovation (STI) in order to develop integrated concepts for sustainable development. It not only discusses the progress made towards securing more resources, allocating smarter solutions, and rebalancing the relationship between nature and people, but also provides in-depth insights from comprehensive research that addresses the 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) as set out by the UN for 2030.

The series draws on the best research papers from various IEREK and other international conferences to promote the creation and development of viable solutions for a sustainable future and a positive societal transformation with the help of integrated and innovative science-based approaches. Including interdisciplinary contributions, it presents innovative approaches and highlights how they can best support both economic and sustainable development, through better use of data, more effective institutions, and global, local and individual action, for the welfare of all societies. The series particularly features conceptual and empirical contributions from various interrelated fields of science, technology and innovation, with an emphasis on digital transformation, that focus on providing practical solutions to ensure food, water and energy security to achieve the SDGs. It also presents new case studies offering concrete examples of how to resolve sustainable urbanization and environmental issues in different regions of the world. Read More.

The ASTI series is fully indexed in Scopus and any chapter/ paper published as part of this series will be seen on the Scopus database. Some titles have been successfully indexed or submitted for indexation in Web of Science (ISI).

• Sustainable Economy and Ecotechnology (SEE), an IEREK Interdisciplinary book series published by Springer Nature. 

About SEE

The "Sustainable Economy and Ecotechnology" (SEE) book series acts as timely initiative within the modern academic sphere, creating a strong connection between technology, research, policy, and successful practical implementation for sustainable future. In an age marked by increasingly urgent environmental challenges and the critical importance of sustainable development. The series editor is dedicated to steering positive efforts to provide a strong platform for the dissemination of high-quality research focusing on sustainable business, technology, and ecological conservation. Through the contributions of experts in the field, “SEE” endeavors to create a transition toward sustainable economic models and technologically driven ecological awareness.

In a world where the need for sustainable business practices is essential, the "SEE" series emerges inspired and innovative ideas through encouraging researchers, policymakers, and practitioners for driving positive change to merge sustainability and technology with business and economy. Through its commitment, ‘’SEE” will fill the gap between theory and practice, it strives to inspire transformative action and facilitate the transition towards a more sustainable, ecologically harmonious global community.

The "SEE" series welcomes submissions of select papers from conference proceedings, monographs, textbooks, and edited volumes, aiming to cultivate a comprehensive understanding of sustainable development by shining a spotlight on a diverse array of topics that collectively contribute to the advancement of a Sustainable Economy and Ecotechnology. Holding a wide-ranging scope of topics, including but not limited to sustainable urban development, renewable energy, circular economy principles, green technology innovation, and conservation strategies. The series embarks on a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted dimensions of sustainable economy and ecological advancement.

“SEE" series stands as evidence to the potential of collaborative knowledge-sharing in steering humanity towards a more sustainable future. Authors, researchers, contributors, and scientists from all scientific disciplines, of business & economy, sustainability, and ecology are all invited to contribute to this series for fostering a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach to the advancement of Sustainable Economy and Eco-technology.

• IEREK Press Journals, a multidisciplinary publisher that aims to cultivate and disseminate research.

Environmental Science & Sustainable Development (ESSD)

ESSD is a peer-reviewed, scholarly journal that aims to systematically develop the research-driven curiosity and evidence-based discourse of aspiring scholars that seek to contribute to the academic community. As the world is currently living in an age of information where sources are widely available on the Internet, we at ESSD seek to efficiently utilize the available information to help create robust and evidence-based knowledge. In the process, we offer researchers, in general, and young and aspiring ones in particular a quicker way to get their work published and gain exposure through online open access. We pride ourselves on getting submitted work to be published quickly, through the use of our worldwide pool of subject specialist peer reviewers. Find out more about ESSD International Journal here.

The Academic Research Community Publication (ARChive)

ARChive is an open-access journal that publishes conference proceedings on a wide range of topics relating to social sciences. Consequently, it accepts original research papers on a wide spectrum of subjects. ARChive is a journal published on behalf of researchers that perpetually make an effort to contribute to their fields and provide them with high visibility of research submitted. The series publishes, both, theoretical and experimental high-quality papers of current and perpetual interest. It serves to cultivate, propagate, and essentially archive academic research that has been authored and submitted for academic conferences.

Find out more about ARChive International Journal here.

Proceedings of Science and Technology (Resourceedings)

Resourceedings is an open access journal that publishes conference proceedings. Conference proceedings compromise of different disciplines, ranging from Engineering including built environments, architecture, and sustainability. Disciplines also include Technology and Energy. Resourceedings is a journal that publishes research articles that shed light on different crucial issues in order to provide them with solutions and suggestions. The journal publishes articles submitted by researchers of interest in different fields.

Find out more about Resourceedings International Journal here.

BAHETH International Journal - Arabian Researchers Database (Arabic Papers only)

“BAHETH” in Architecture, Engineering, and Technology, is a peer-reviewed journal that publishes original academic research in the fields of Architecture, Engineering, and Technology. The journal welcomes research in the Arabic Language with an English Abstract. Papers submitted to this journal in Arabic must be presented in the English Language in the conference.

Find out more about BAHETH International Journal here.

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 Registration & 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: Abstract Extension / Short Paper (Optional)

• Your short paper / extended abstract should be 4 – 6 pages long and submitted before the paper submission deadline, in English, and fit within one of the conference topics.
• The Extended abstract i.e., the short 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 (short paper i.e. extended abstract) 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 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]).

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 short paper (i.e., extended abstract) 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 Registration & 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 American University of Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, 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 Registration & Fees for more information.

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

If your extended abstract (short 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 and the fee will cover the cost of editorial handling and peer-review evaluation of your paper (See Author Instructions and Publishing Opportunities)

4. 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.

7. Conference Abstracts Material: Delegates will receive the conference Abstracts book Online.

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

A refund is not possible if

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.

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