Call for papers/Topics

Topics of interest for submission include any topics related to:

Architectural Engineering focuses on the structural integrity, mechanical systems, building performance, and physical construction of built spaces.

• Structural Systems & Load Bearing

  • Superstructure vs. substructure mechanics

  • Reinforced concrete, structural steel, and mass timber framing

  • Dynamic load resistance: Seismic, wind, and impact forces

  • Foundation engineering and soil-structure interaction

• Building Envelope & Enclosure Technology

  • Thermal insulation, air barriers, and vapor retarders

  • High-performance glazing and facade systems

  • Roof assemblies, waterproofing, and moisture control

  • Thermal bridging mitigation and condensation prevention

• Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Systems

  • Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) sizing and distribution

  • Power distribution, emergency backup, and smart electrical grids

  • Potable water distribution, graywater recycling, and blackwater piping

  • Fire protection, sprinkler networks, and life safety systems

• Architectural Lighting & Acoustics

  • Daylighting integration and artificial light distribution

  • Acoustic isolation, room reverberation, and sound absorption

  • Architectural glare control and visual comfort metrics

  • Noise attenuation in mechanical and structural pathways

Environmental Engineering addresses the protection, management, and restoration of natural ecosystems, natural resources, and public health.

• Water Resources & Wastewater Engineering

  • Surface water hydrology, runoff management, and flood control

  • Drinking water purification and municipal distribution

  • Industrial and municipal wastewater treatment processes

  • Aquifer recharge and groundwater contamination remediation

• Air Quality & Atmospheric Science

  • Indoor air quality monitoring, filtration, and contaminant transport

  • Industrial emission controls and scrubbing technologies

  • Ambient air pollution dispersion modeling

  • Greenhouse gas quantification and atmospheric chemistry

• Solid & Hazardous Waste Management

  • Municipal solid waste collection, sorting, and landfill engineering

  • Hazardous waste neutralization, storage, and disposal protocols

  • Contaminated site assessment and soil bioremediation

  • Resource recovery, composting, and waste-to-energy conversion

• Ecological Risk Assessment & Environmental Protection

  • Environmental impact assessment (EIA) frameworks

  • Ecotoxicology, pollutant transport, and bioaccumulation

  • Wetland restoration and conservation biology

  • Environmental compliance, regulatory frameworks, and public health metrics

Interrelated Disciplines merge both fields to create built environments that minimize ecological impacts and adapt to climate challenges.

• Sustainable Building Design & Circular Construction

  • Embodied carbon quantification and life-cycle assessment (LCA)

  • Green building certification systems (LEED, BREEAM, WELL)

  • Adaptive reuse, deconstruction, and material recovery

  • Sustainable material selection and bio-based construction materials

• Net-Zero Energy & Climate Resilient Buildings

  • Passive solar design and natural ventilation strategies

  • On-site renewable energy generation (photovoltaics, geothermal heat pumps)

  • Climate adaptation strategies: Flood-proofing, wildfire resistance, and storm defense

  • Microgrid integration and energy storage technology

• Urban Eco-Hydrology & Sustainable Drainage

  • Low-impact development (LID) and green infrastructure

  • Permeable pavements and urban rain gardens

  • Green roofs and living walls for urban stormwater retention

  • Urban flood mitigation and watershed-scale drainage design

• Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) & Healthy Buildings

  • Advanced ventilation for pollutant removal and pathogen control

  • Biophilic design and natural light integration

  • Non-toxic interior material selection and VOC mitigation

  • Thermal comfort optimization and human health metrics in enclosed spaces

• Urban Microclimate & Environmental Physics

  • Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect mitigation

  • Microclimate wind modeling and pedestrian comfort

  • Solar access rights and urban envelope zoning

  • Heat mitigation via urban vegetation and high-albedo materials