0th International Conference on
Urban Studies & Smart Materials
"Smart Materials and Urban Innovation for Sustainable and Resilient Cities"
Paper/Abstract Submission Deadline :
Call for Papers
As a Scientific Research Conference Organizer, the Global Academic Research Institute proudly organized the International Conference on Urban Studies & Smart Materials (ICUSSM 2026) under the theme "Smart Materials and Urban Innovation for Sustainable and Resilient Cities". We welcome proposals for papers and invitations for abstract submissions, which are now open for both oral and poster presentations covering current research and new processes. All contributions should be of high quality. During the review period, Papers will be reviewed by eminent scholars in the respective areas.
Two types of submissions are invited:
01. Full papers reporting on original and unpublished research.
02. Work-in-progress papers or Abstract or Case Studies or Projects
The conference aims to provide a platform for academics, researchers, professionals, administrators, educational leaders, policymakers, industry representatives, advanced students, and anyone in the domain of interest worldwide to discuss Urban Studies & Smart Materials. Please note that speakers are encouraged to submit a full paper before the conference. In addition, all the submitted full papers will be reviewed by the journal editorial board and a few high-end papers will be published in the GARI e-Journal having ISSN & DOI, and All Selected papers will be published in conference printed proceedings having ISBN as well as a conference library page.
For abstract submission fill in the online submission form or contact helpdesk@gariteam.com. Presentation time allocated 20 mins (15 mins presentation 05 mins questions),
All Selected papers will be published in different Journals
GARI International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (www.research.lk) International Journal of Technological Advancement and Research (Online: ISSN 2424-6395) International Journal of Engineering Science (Online: ISSN 2424-645X) as well as GARI Digital Research Library,
Print & Online proceedings Book will include "Extended Abstracts", should be at least three pages, but not more than five pages in length including the references. The word limit is 1000 - 1200 words.
Note - Offer certificate for co-authors & All Participant Delegates
Virtual Delegate Presentation (via ZOOM platform) is available at the conference & All the presentations LIVE STREAM on Facebook. After the event, We post the Print Certificate & Proceeding after the Conference
Important Dates
- Paper/Abstract submission deadline : 30th April 2026
- Notification of acceptance : Within 07 Days (+/-3)
- Full paper submission deadline : 10th June 2026
- Registration Deadline : 19th May 2026
- Conference Date :
Scope
Smart Materials & Advanced Urban Infrastructure
- Self-healing concrete, asphalt & construction materials
- Shape-memory alloys & polymers for adaptive structures
- Smart coatings, anti-corrosion & self-cleaning surfaces
- Phase-change materials (PCMs) for thermal regulation
- Transparent & electrochromic glass for energy efficiency
- Nanomaterials in construction & pollution mitigation
- Smart aggregates & structural health monitoring
- Lightweight & high-strength composites for urban applications
Sustainable Urban Planning & Design
- Compact cities, mixed-use development & transit-oriented design
- Green infrastructure: Parks, green roofs, vertical gardens & blue-green networks
- Walkability, bikeability & pedestrian-friendly urban design
- Adaptive reuse of buildings & brownfield redevelopment
- Urban heat island mitigation & passive cooling strategies
- Inclusive & accessible public spaces (age-friendly, disability-inclusive)
- Heritage conservation in modern urban contexts
- Peri-urban growth, sprawl management & land-use planning
Smart Cities, IoT & Digital Urban Systems
- Internet of Things (IoT) for real-time urban monitoring
- Smart grids, smart meters & intelligent energy management
- Intelligent transportation systems (ITS) & autonomous vehicles
- Digital twins for urban simulation & predictive planning
- Smart water management & leak detection systems
- Smart waste management & sensor-based bin monitoring
- Urban dashboards, open data platforms & citizen engagement
- Cybersecurity & data privacy in smart city infrastructure
Energy-Efficient & Responsive Building Materials
- Photovoltaic glazing, solar windows & building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV)
- Thermochromic, photochromic & electrochromic smart windows
- Aerogels, vacuum insulation panels & high-performance insulation
- Smart HVAC systems & responsive building envelopes
- Energy-harvesting floors, piezoelectric & triboelectric materials
- Bioluminescent & living materials for buildings
- Fire-resistant & disaster-resilient smart materials
- Low-carbon & carbon-negative construction materials
Urban Mobility, Transport & Material Innovation
- Lightweight, durable materials for electric vehicles (EVs) & micro-mobility
- Smart pavements with embedded sensors & energy harvesting
- Self-healing asphalt & durable road surfaces
- Magnetic levitation (maglev) & hyperloop infrastructure materials
- Noise-absorbing & pollution-reducing road barriers
- Sustainable materials for metro, rail & bridge construction
- Shared mobility infrastructure (bike-sharing, EV charging stations)
- Last-mile connectivity & pedestrian-vehicle interface design
Environmental Justice, Resilience & Climate Adaptation
- Climate-resilient urban infrastructure (flood, heatwave, storm)
- Permeable pavements & sponge city concepts for stormwater management
- Coastal & riverfront urban resilience (sea walls, levees, living shorelines)
- Affordable housing using innovative & low-cost smart materials
- Environmental justice: Air quality, green space access & pollution burdens
- Slum upgrading & informal settlement interventions
- Disaster-resilient materials for earthquake, fire & cyclone-prone cities
- Nature-based solutions (NBS) integrated with smart materials
Circular Economy, Waste Valorization & Material Lifecycle
- Recycled, upcycled & secondary raw materials for urban construction
- Construction & demolition (C&D) waste management & reuse
- Biobased & biodegradable materials (mycelium, bamboo, hempcrete)
- Design for disassembly & modular construction systems
- Lifecycle assessment (LCA) of urban materials & infrastructure
- Urban mining: Recovering materials from existing buildings & e-waste
- Zero-waste cities & circular material flows
- Policy frameworks for sustainable material procurement
Registration Fees
| Participant | Amount |
| Delegate Presenter / Author (Oral) | 290 EURO |
| Delegate Student Presenter / Author (Oral) | 260 EURO |
| Virtual Delegate | 230 EURO |
| Accompanying Person / Delegate Listener | 260 EURO |
| E-Poster Presentation (Remote Delegate) | 175 EURO |