Urban regeneration is crucial for the world because it addresses the pressing challenges faced by cities and communities. As urban areas continue to grow, there is a need to transform and revitalize existing infrastructure, spaces, and neighborhoods. Urban regeneration promotes sustainable development, creating more livable and resilient cities. It enhances the quality of life for residents by improving housing, transportation, and access to amenities. Moreover, it promotes economic growth, attracting businesses and investment, which in turn leads to job creation and increased prosperity. By reimagining and revitalizing urban spaces, we can create vibrant, inclusive, and environmentally friendly communities that meet the needs of present and future generations. Urban regeneration is not just about improving physical structures; it is about promoting social cohesion, encouraging cultural diversity, and creating spaces that inspire and connect people. In a world that is moving and changing so fast, urban regeneration is essential for building more equitable, sustainable, and thriving cities.

The "Urban Regeneration and Sustainability" conference holds huge importance in today's world. As cities face numerous challenges, such as quick urbanization, environmental degradation, and social inequality, it is crucial to address these issues through sustainable urban regeneration practices. That is why IEREK is hosting the sixth edition of the conference offering attendees a platform to learn, collaborate, highlight their projects, access resources, and enhance their reputation. By participating in this conference, attendees can gain valuable knowledge, make partnerships, and accelerate their efforts toward creating sustainable urban spaces.

Conference Scope

The conference titled "Urban Regeneration and Sustainability" has a broad scope that covers various aspects of the urban environment. It discusses and explores the process and strategy of urban regeneration, which aims to transform and renovate areas to upgrade public housing, public and private buildings, infrastructure, and services. The conference also addresses the challenges faced by cities in terms of sustainable development and seeks to promote innovative solutions. It focuses on sustainable practices in urban planning and design, emphasizing the importance of incorporating regenerative techniques to create more livable and resilient cities. The conference also highlights the significance of upgrading housing and public buildings, as well as improving infrastructure and services to enhance the overall quality of urban environments. In addition to that, the conference provides an opportunity to discuss urbanism design ideas and principles, promoting a dialogue on how to create sustainable and inclusive urban spaces. It encourages the exchange of experiences and research results among researchers, practitioners, and educators, facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Statement of Purpose

This conference provides a platform for experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to come together and share their knowledge, experiences, and innovative solutions. By focusing on urban regeneration and sustainability, the conference aims to explore ways to transform our cities into thriving, inclusive, and environmentally friendly spaces. It seeks to highlight the importance of incorporating sustainable practices in urban planning, infrastructure development, and community engagement. The conference works as a catalyst for collaboration, making conversations and partnerships that can lead to positive change in urban areas worldwide. Ultimately, this conference plays a vital role in shaping the future of our cities, ensuring they are resilient, livable, and sustainable for generations to come.

• 1. Green Infrastructure in Urban Regeneration

  1.1. Urban Green Infrastructure for Stormwater Management.

  1.2. Enhancing urban resilience with rooftop gardens and vertical greening systems.

  1.3. Enhancing Urban Ecosystems by Restoring Wetlands to Protect Waterways and Wildlife.

  1.4. Utilizing natural systems like trees, wetlands, and forests for urban climate resilience.

  1.5. Revitalizing Urban Soil for Green Infrastructure.

  1.6. Eco-Friendly Urban Development with Green Building Standards.

  1.7. Biodiversity Enhancement through Green Infrastructure.

  1.8. Disaster Risk Reduction Through Green Infrastructure

• 2. Land Management in Urban Regeneration

  2.1. Soil Remediation Techniques for Urban Regeneration.

  2.2. Risk Assessment in Urban Land Contamination.

  2.3. Historical Land Use and Its Impact on Urban Regeneration.

  2.4. Agroforestry and Habitat Restoration

  2.5. Economic and Environmental Benefits of Urban Land Recovery.

  2.6. Sustainable Agroecosystem Restoration Projects

  2.7. Integrating natural systems into land redevelopment projects.

  2.8. Managing soil health for safe and sustainable development.

• 3. Housing and Resilience in Urban Environments

  3.1. Adaptive Reuse of Historic Buildings for Housing.

  3.2. Zero-Waste and Energy Resilient Housing Design.

  3.3. Designing Housing for Extreme Weather Events.

  3.4. Renewable energy integration in city development.

  3.5. Disaster Recovery and Housing Regeneration.

  3.6. Culturally Sensitive Urban Housing Design.

  3.7. Energy-efficient building systems for modern cities.

  3.8. Climate Adaptation in Housing Regeneration Projects.

• 4. Technological Innovation in Urban Regeneration

  4.1. GIS and Remote Sensing in Urban Regeneration Planning.

  4.2. Blockchain for Sustainable Urban Development.

  4.3. The Role of Big Data in Shaping Future Urban Regeneration Strategies.

  4.4. Building information modeling (BIM) and its role in architecture.

  4.5. Enhancing Urban Food Resilience with High-Tech Farming Solutions.

  4.6. Smart Materials and Their Transformative Impact on Building Design

  4.7. Smart infrastructure data for energy, water, and waste management.

  4.8. Integrating water-saving technologies and natural systems to conserve water in cities.

• 5. Creating and Enhancing Urban Green Spaces

  5.1. Ecological Benefits of Urban Parks and Green Spaces.

  5.2. The Positive Impact of Urban Green Spaces on Public Health and Social Cohesion.

  5.3. Designing Climate-Resilient Urban Parks.

  5.4. Eco-conscious construction materials and technologies.

  5.5. Integrating urban forestry for climate mitigation and carbon capture.

  5.6. Adapting Green Spaces for Extreme Weather.

  5.7. Using Eco-friendly materials in enhancing urban green spaces.

  5.8. Creating Synergies Between Public Parks and Sustainable Mobility Solutions.

• 6. Transportation and Mobility Solutions in Urban Regeneration

  6.1. Role of electric buses and vehicles in reducing urban carbon footprints.

  6.2. Designing Climate-Resilient Transportation Networks in Urban Regeneration.

  6.3. Reforming Urban Design Strategies to Promote Active Transportation.

  6.4. Smart public transportation systems for sustainable urban mobility.

  6.5. Transforming Urban Spaces to Prioritize Pedestrian-Friendly and Walkable Streets.

  6.6. Smart traffic management systems for urban regeneration.

  6.7. Integration of Shared Mobility Solutions into Urban Regeneration Plans.

  6.8. Drones in urban logistics and delivery systems.

• 7. Mitigating Climate Change through Environmental Regeneration

  7.1. Carbon Sequestration Through Ecosystem Restoration.

  7.2. Mitigating Urban Heat Islands through Regeneration Projects.

  7.3. Flood Risk Management in Urban Regeneration.

  7.4. Strengthening Resilience with Innovative Land Use Planning

  7.5. Restoring Coastal Ecosystems for Urban Climate Resilience.

  7.6. Strategies to Minimize Greenhouse Gas Emissions.

  7.7. Smart Technology Solutions for Sustainable Urban Regeneration.

  7.8. Climate Change and Sustainable Landscapes

• 8. Cultural and Historical Preservation in Redevelopment

  8.1. Adaptive reuse of historical structures in redevelopment projects.

  8.2. Balancing cultural preservation and urban growth.

  8.3. The role of historic buildings in regeneration process

  8.4. Case studies on successful integration of heritage in redevelopment.

  8.5. The role of technology in the co-living spaces

  8.6. Tools for digital documentation in Heritage Preservation.

  8.7. City Branding and Regeneration Strategies for Modern Cities.

  8.8. Strategies for preserving the historical sites.

• 9. Economic Dimensions of Redevelopment

  9.1. Redevelopment’s impact on real estate markets.

  9.2. Economic revitalization of underutilized urban spaces.

  9.3. Enhancing Urban Competitiveness Through Effective Marketing Strategies.

  9.4. Role of public-private partnerships in economic redevelopment.

  9.5. Economic sustainable assessment of redevelopment efforts.

  9.6. Job Creation and Economic Resilience in Urban Regeneration

  9.7. Impact of redevelopment on local and regional economies.

  9.8. Urban Regeneration as a Catalyst for Economic Growth

• 10. Policy and Public Engagement in Urban Regeneration

  10.1. Building Public Awareness and Support for Urban Regeneration.

  10.2. Public-Private Partnerships in Urban Regeneration.

  10.3. Using Digital Platforms for Urban Regeneration Awareness.

  10.4. Urban Regeneration Policy and Governance Frameworks.

  10.5. Zoning and Land Use Policies for Sustainable Development.

  10.6. Incentives for Sustainable Urban Design and Development.

  10.7. Promoting Social Equity in Urban Regeneration.

  10.8. Engaging Citizens in Urban Sustainability Initiatives.

A. Physical Attendance

• If multiple abstracts are submitted by the same first author submitted to the conference, a 25% discount is applied to each additional submission.

• Each research paper should have one main author who should pay the full fee (Author fees) regardless of attendance. Co-authors, each, have their own fees to pay to attend the event. 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 copy of the conference Abstract book in both hard and soft copies. Extras can be requested for an additional fee.

• Professionals are categorized as participants who are not affiliated with universities such as practitioners, policymakers, entrepreneurs etc.

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

• Additionally, you have the option to present your submitted abstract as a presentation without the intention of publishing your work, for information about the fees and additional details, please feel free to get in touch with us at: [email protected].

B. Online Attendance

• • A softcopy of the abstracts book and/ or hard copy (excluding shipping)

  • IEREK Participation/ Contribution Certificate in softcopy

  • Acceptance Letters in softcopy

  • Consideration for publishing in the IEREK ASTI series by Springer or IEREK Press

  • Access to conference recordings

C. Extra Fees

Payment Methods

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

1. Bank transfer 

Kindly send a request to the conference coordinator/ email and CC [email protected] to receive bank details to complete the payment.

2. Online payment gateway (PayPal)

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

3. Cash in IEREK branches

Payment in person can be arranged. Please contact the conference coordinator/ Email to receive further information.

Payment Terms and Guidelines:

• Read more on Important Dates. For information on payment dates, kindly send a request to the conference coordinator/email and CC [email protected] to receive payment details to complete the payment.

• Authors who have registered and completed payment for virtual attendance CAN request a change to physical attendance. However, a change from physical to virtual is NOT possible.

• After online registration and payment, the registration fee cannot be reimbursed.

• Final Acceptance/ rejection of your full/ extended paper (if submitted) can only be given after the peer review process.

• Inclusion in the conference program, acceptance letters issuance and consideration for publication must be preceded by registration and payment completion.

• Online Payment (only) should only be completed once a proforma invoice is issued with respective instructions for successful payment.

• Contact our Financial Department for inquiries/ requests.

University of Palermo (UNIPA)

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.

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]

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.  

 A.Physical Attendance