In regions where threats are prevalent, a new wave of urbanization is emerging, bringing with it new potential for resilient investment. The risk of disaster, poverty, and population density are all rising in urban areas. Urbanization -especially rapid and poorly planned- occurring in an environment of widespread poverty, can create risk due to its expanding rate and increase in population density. In many cities, areas of high-risk exposure are shown to overlap with growing populations and economic activity. Over the years, urban planning has taken a technical and political role in ensuring the well-being of a city’s residents. As of the late 20th century, as economic and environmental crises began to emerge because of previous models of urban planning, the welfare of the public has become the main concern for urban planners. Urban planners try to keep the balance between it and maintaining sustainability standards. Necessities like water and air, along with the infrastructure of an urban area, including transportation, communication, and accessibility are a few of the main concerns of urban planners. Urban planning goes hand in hand with architectural design, for they both have to work to protect a living space from unforeseen dangers and provide necessities like infrastructure related to public transportation, open spaces, housing developments, community organization, food security, nearby amenities, and numerous other things. In the “Urban Planning & Architectural Design for Sustainable Development” we’re planning to tie urban planning and architectural design together, and discuss how they both contribute to the concept of sustainable development. Sustainable development is a principle aiming to fulfill human development objectives while preserving the natural system's ability to offer essential natural resources and ecosystem services to humans.

Scope:

In the 10th edition of its international conference titled “Urban Planning & Architectural Design for Sustainable Development (UPADSD),” IEREK plans to continue the conversation that ties urban planning and architectural design to reach the common goal of sustainable development. The conference will discuss topics such as strategic urban planning, which requires setting ambitious goals and determining desired areas of city growth, as well as sustainable architecture and development. On the topic of sustainable architecture, the idea of its synonymous term green or environmental architecture will be discussed, as green architecture in itself is a challenge for every architect. Green architecture’s main goal is producing smart designs and using available technologies, ensuring that these produced structures emit minimal harm to both the ecosystem and the community. The end goal of green architecture is to fulfill the civilians’ current demands without risking the capacity of future generations to fulfill their own needs and that summarizes the purpose of urban planning.

Statement of purpose:

The intended outcome of the “Urban Planning & Architectural Design for Sustainable Development” conference is a community where resources and living conditions satisfy human needs without jeopardizing the stability and integrity of the planet. Our conference aims to bring together a group of professionals and industry pioneers, whose main goal is sustainable development. The goal of sustainable development is to strike a balance between social progress, environmental preservation, and economic growth. Through fruitful discussions, the objective of the conference is to enrich the minds of everyone present. Knowledge sharing and discussion are among the most important concepts the “Urban Planning & Architectural Design for Sustainable Development” conference tries to embed.

• 1. Urban Planning for Sustainable Development

  1.1 Strategies for Managing Urban Growth for Environmental Impact Minimization.
  1.2 Climate-Resilient Policies for Sustainable Land Management.
  1.3 Compact City Models and Solutions for Sustainable Land Use.
  1.4 Retrofitting and Revitalization Strategies for Sustainable Urban Areas.
  1.5 Integrated Approaches for Balancing Urban Land-use Demands.
  1.6 Sprawl Mitigation through Urban Growth Boundaries.
  1.7 Urban Design Strategies for Enhancing Community Livability.
  1.8 Leveraging Digital Technologies for Monitoring and Optimizing Urban Growth.
  1.9 Urban Carbon Footprint Reduction Through Effective Land Use Strategies.
  1.10 Integration of Mixed-Use Developments in Urban Planning.

• 2. Green Infrastructure for Sustainable Cities

  2.1 Urban Ecosystem Services for Improved Quality of Life.
  2.2 Innovative Green Materials for Resilient Urban Infrastructure.
  2.3 Utilizing Green Infrastructure for Resilient Cities and Climate Adaptation.
  2.4 Innovative Urban Strategies for Thermal Comfort and Climate Adaptation.
  2.5 Maximizing Urban Rooftops and Vertical Spaces as Green Infrastructure.
  2.6 Multi-Functional Green Corridors in Urban Design.
  2.7 Urban Wetlands for Sustainable Flood Mitigation.
  2.8 Developing Integrated Green and Blue Networks in Cities.
  2.9 Green Roofs and Vertical Greening Systems for Urban Heat Mitigation.
  2.10 Urban Farming as a Sustainable Solution to Food Security Challenges.

• 3. Sustainable Transportation Systems in Urban Areas

  3.1 Reducing Car Dependency Through Smart Urban Mobility.
  3.2 Strategies for Integrating Micro-Mobility into Urban Networks.
  3.3 Designing Active Transport Systems for Urban Walkability and Accessibility.
  3.4 Urban Aerial Transport for Sustainable City Design.
  3.5 Prioritizing Low-Carbon Emission Transportation Infrastructure.
  3.6 Multimodal Transportation Networks for Urban Connectivity.
  3.7 Electrification of Urban Transport Systems.
  3.8 Planning Low-Carbon Freight Transportation Networks.
  3.9 Advancing Public Transit with Eco-Friendly and Innovative Solutions.
  3.10 Using Smart Technologies to Optimize Urban Transport Efficiency.

• 4. Renewable Energy Integration in Sustainable Urban Design

  4.1 Solar Energy Utilization in High-Density Urban Areas.
  4.2 Retrofitting Buildings for Urban Energy Efficiency.
  4.3 Designing Urban Districts for Energy Independence and Carbon Neutrality.
  4.4 Microgrids Integration for Urban Energy Resilience.
  4.5 Urban Energy Storage Solutions for Resilience.
  4.6 Integrating Wind Energy Solutions into Urban Developments.
  4.7 Smart Grids to Optimize Urban Energy Management.
  4.8 District Heating and Cooling Systems for Urban Energy Demands.
  4.9 Advanced Renewable Energy Technologies for Urban Communities.
  4.10 The Role of Energy Efficiency in Urban Sustainability.

• 5. Urban Ecological Innovation and Sustainable Adaptation Strategies

  5.1 Biophilic Urban Design for Enhancing Sustainability and Well-Being.
  5.2 The Multifunctional Role of Green Corridors in Urban Environments.
  5.3 Urban Wetlands and Blue-Green Infrastructure as Tools for Resilience.
  5.4 Innovative Systems for Green Roofs and Living Walls in Urban Spaces.
  5.5 Nature-Based Solutions for Managing Urban Pollution.
  5.6 Eco-Innovative Designs for Urban Heat Islands Mitigation.
  5.7 Adaptive Re-Use of Urban Spaces for Ecological Balance.
  5.8 Vertical Farming and Urban Agriculture as Tools for Food Security.
  5.9 Eco-Districts as a Balance Between Nature, Technology, and Urban Living.
  5.10 The Role of Urban Ecosystems in Community Well-Being and Resilience.

• 6. Resilience and Adaptation Strategies in Urban Development

  6.1 Strengthening Urban Resilience to Natural Disasters.
  6.2 Urban Adaptation Strategies for Rising Sea Levels.
  6.3 Nature-based Solutions for Urban Climate Challenges.
  6.4 Planning Resilient Infrastructure for Long-Term Sustainability.
  6.5 Urban Planning Strategies for Mitigating Natural Disaster Risks.
  6.6 Future-Proofing Urban Infrastructure Through Adaptive Planning.
  6.7 Managing Urban Growth in a Changing Climate.
  6.8 Monitoring and Evaluating Resilience in Urban Systems.
  6.9 Designing Urban Communities to Withstand Future Challenges.
  6.10 The Role of Social Equity in Urban Climate Resilience.

• 7. Innovations and Future Trends in Urban Planning

  7.1 Smart Cities of Tomorrow: Emerging Trends in Urban Technology.
  7.2 IoT Applications in Modern Urban Development.
  7.3 Real-Time Data and Predictive Analytics in Future Urban Design.
  7.4 AI-Driven Urban Planning for Smart and Sustainable Cities.
  7.5 Blockchain Technology for Smart Urban Resource Management.
  7.6 Integration of Digital Twins in Urban Design.
  7.7 Virtual and Augmented Reality Tools for Urban Design and Simulation.
  7.8 3D Printing and Prefabrication in Future Urban Development.
  7.9 Exploring Metaverse Applications for Urban Design.
  7.10 AI-powered Decision-making in Urban Planning Processes.

• 8. Social Sustainability and Inclusive Urban Development

  8.1 Community-Centered Urban Design for Improved Quality of Life.
  8.2 Strengthening Urban Resilience for Marginalized and Vulnerable Groups.
  8.3 Creating Resilient Urban Communities Through Participatory Design.
  8.4 Urban Policies for Addressing Housing Inequality.
  8.5 Redesigning Urban Public Spaces for Inclusivity and Accessibility.
  8.6 Exploring the Role of Public Art in Promoting Social Equity.
  8.7 Supporting Urban Communities Through Localized Sustainable Solutions.
  8.8 Integrating Diversity in Urban Planning for Vibrant Cities.
  8.9 Urban Equity as a Pillar of Sustainable Growth.
  8.10 The Role of Social Cohesion in Sustainable Urban Planning.

• 9. Urban Design Principles for Sustainable Development

  9.1 Human-centered Urban Design for Inclusive Communities.
  9.2 Revitalizing City Centers Through Placemaking and Contemporary Design.
  9.3 Multifunctional Design for Enhancing Urban Livability.
  9.4 Urban Design Solutions for High-Density Environments.
  9.5 Incorporating Art and Culture in Urban Design Strategies.
  9.6 Sustainable and Resilient Landscapes Shaping Urban Functionality.
  9.7 Future-proofing Urban Areas with Emerging Design Trends.
  9.8 Digital Tools in Advancing Urban Design Practices.
  9.9 Urban Design as a Driver of Public Health and Well-Being.
  9.10 Addressing Climate Adaptation Challenges Through Innovative Urban Design.

• 10. Innovative Architectural Design for Sustainable Urban Living

  10.1 Adaptive Reuse of Buildings for Urban Sustainability.
  10.2 Sustainable Facade Systems for Enhanced Energy Performance.
  10.3 Net-Zero Energy Building Designs.
  10.4 Urban Design for Thermal Comfort in Hot Climates.
  10.5 Incorporating Biophilic Design in Urban Architecture.
  10.6 Modular and Prefabricated Architectural Solutions.
  10.7 Resource Efficiency Maximization in Urban Housing Design.
  10.8 Vertical Living Solutions for High-Density Cities.
  10.9 Architectural Design Innovations for Affordable and Green Housing.
  10.10 Designing for Energy Optimization in Urban Architecture.

• 11. Urban Planning Policies and Sustainability Regulations

  11.1 Urban Environmental Regulations for Carbon Neutrality.
  11.2 Promoting Green Incentives in Urban Real Estate.
  11.3 Policy Innovations for Climate-Responsive Urban Planning.
  11.4 Financing Mechanisms for Sustainable Urban Development.
  11.5 The Role of Governance in Facilitating Sustainability Transitions.
  11.6 Urban Renewable Energy Policies.
  11.7 Encouraging Public-Private Partnerships for Urban Sustainability.
  11.8 Evaluating the Impact of Urban Policies on Sustainable Development.
  11.9 Zero-Carbon Policies in Urban Expansion.
  11.10 Legislative Approaches to Circular Economy in Urban Development.

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.

• Physical attendance + Publication through Scopus, Web of Science (SCImago), Ei Compendex, zbMATH indexation Through Springer Nature Interdisciplinary book series, “Sustainable Civil Infrastructure” see previous publication here.

Type 2:

• Physical attendance + Publication through Springer Nature new book series (to be indexed in Scopus soon)

  Through IEREK – Springer Nature Interdisciplinary book series “Sustainable Landscape Planning, and Natural Resources Management” (SLNR). See previous publication here.

• 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 Conference notebook, IEREK pen, and Conference Flyers/Printouts.
• Softcopy of the abstract book
• IEREK Participation/Contribution Certificate
• A Preliminary Acceptance Letter
• Consideration for publication in the IEREK-Springer interdisciplinary series (ASTI series, SUCI series, SLNR 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.

  Online attendance + Publication through Scopus, Web of Science (SCImago), EI Compendex, zbMATH indexation Through Springer Nature Interdisciplinary book series, “Sustainable Civil Infrastructure” see previous publication here. 

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

Type 4:

• Publication through Springer Nature new book series (to be indexed in Scopus soon)
  

  Online attendance + Publication through Springer Nature's new book series (to be indexed in Scopus soon). Through IEREK – Springer Nature Interdisciplinary book series” Sustainable Landscape Planning, and Natural Resources Management” SLNR.

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

• 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 and soft copy of the abstract book.
• Preliminary Acceptance Letter
• Consideration for publication in the IEREK-Springer interdisciplinary series (ASTI series, SUCI series, SLNR, and other related 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. 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. 20%: Waiving with 20% 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.
• 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.

• 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.

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.  

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.

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

Step 1: Abstract Submission Process

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

Step 2.1: Abstract Acceptance

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

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

Step 2.2: Abstract Extension / Short Paper (Optional)

• Short 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 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/ 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. 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 Author 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:
* 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]

 A.Physical Attendance