ICASF (International Conference on Advancing Sustainable Futures) is coinciding with the UAE’s Year of Sustainability and COP28, which will be held in December in the UAE, which makes it very topical.
We are living in a fast-moving and changing world affected by many factors, such as climate change, energy prices, technology development, and peace and security. Therefore, it is essential we address sustainability as a core value and practice, embedded in everything we do. Therefore, it is essential that we address a sustainable future within the context of people, products, processes, and technology.
This timely conference will cover sustainability-related future subjects in a holistic way. It will address the four pillars of sustainability in line with the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals: Technology, People and Culture, Environment, and Economics.
The conference has the following objectives:
Scholars, decision-makers, researchers, and practitioners who are interested in topics related to sustainable futures will benefit from this conference.
Academic institutions, government departments, and private sector organizations will have access to state-of-the-art research in these topical and important areas.
Academics, Practitioners, and Research students are now invited to submit:
If you are unable to physically attend the conference but wish to present your research to our global community, you can participate as a virtual presenter.
Call for papers
Short paper submission
The decision about abstracts acceptance
Full Papers submission
Decisions about papers acceptance
Conference
Conference registration deadline
31 May 2023
15 September 2023
30 September 2023
25 September 2023
16 October 2023
5 - 6 December 2023
30 October 2023
All papers will be blind-reviewed. Accepted papers will be assigned to paper or interactive paper sessions by the Program Chair(s). Papers presented at the conference will be included on USB flash drives. Papers should be prepared and presented in English.
The conference will feature two types of contributions:
At least one of the authors must register before the registration deadline, attend the conference, and present the paper. Otherwise, the paper will not be included in the conference program and proceedings. If absence from a scheduled meeting is unavoidable, participants must contact icasf@adu.ac.ae.
Papers should be prepared in Microsoft Word and submitted electronically to the Conference Submission System or through the following link: https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/ICoASF2023. Please use the formatting guidelines below.
Conference proceedings to be published in the below 3 Springer Book series Scopus indexed
Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation (Scopus)
Sustainable Civil Infrastructures (Scopus)
IEREK Interdisciplinary series for sustainable landscape, Planning & natural resources Management
Full papers journal publication opportunties
Journal Environmental Geotechnics (Q2)
Administrative Sciences, an international, scholarly, open access journal on organization studies (Q2); Impact Factor: 3.0 (2022).
Journal Engineering, Construction, and Architectural Management (Q1)
Management & Sustainability: An Arab Review
Highly recommended papers presented at the Business Management Sustainability or Green IT Innovation tracks will go through an expedited review process.
International Review for Spatial Planning and Sustainable Development (Q2)
Journal Young Consumers: Insight and Ideas for Responsible Marketers (Q1)
Digital Policy, Regulation and Governance Journal: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. – Journal Digital Policy, Regulation and Governance (Q2)
Frontiers in Nutrition - A Special Issue in Sustainable Lifestyle, Nutrition, and Public Health Journal - (Q1)
*All submitted papers need to follow the usual review process and guidelines by the journal
Dubai is a city located on the southeast coast of the Persian Gulf in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It is renowned for its stunning modern architecture, luxury shopping, and vibrant nightlife. The city is also home to several man-made wonders, including the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, and the Palm Jumeirah, a palm-shaped artificial island.
In November, the weather is comfortable, with temperatures ranging from 19 to 25°C and low humidity. This makes it perfect for outdoor activities and al fresco dining.
Delegates flying into Dubai International Airport can travel by rideshare, taxi, metro, complimentary coach, or bus to the Conference Venue – Holiday Inn Express, Internet City, Dubai, UAE.
Note - Conference delegates staying at the Hotel Holiday Inn Express, Internet City, Dubai can get special room rates through this link: ADU Booking Link. Delegates looking for alternative accommodation in Dubai, please check: Booking.com
Academic
450
Business Delegates
500
Global Engagement Program (GEP) Delegates
350
Bachelor Students
200
Not-for-profit Organization
250
Student 1-Day Registration
125
1 Day Registration
300
ADU, KIC, LCT Academics
200
DBA/Ph.D. Candidate
200
Prof. Ghassan Fouad Aouad
Chancellor
Dr. Hamad Ebrahim Ali Odhabi
Vice Chancellor for Financial and Administrative Affairs
Prof. Philip Anthony Hamill
Associate Provost for Research and Academic Development
Prof. Barry O’Mahony
Dean, College of Business
Dr. Hamdi Mustafa Sheibani
Dean of College of Engineering
Prof. Evan Paleologos
Professor of Engineering and Project Management
Prof. Sharul Sham Bin Dol
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Dr. Rahaf Ajaj
Assistant Professor of Environmental Health and Safety
Dr. Haleamah Hasan Saleh AlSabah
Associate Professor of Public Health
Sarah Al-Hashimi
Associate Director of University Development Office
Noor Almasri
Senior Manager of Operations for Marketing, Marketing & Communication Department
Khulud Abdallah
Senior Administrative Officer
Ibrahim Hamad Ibrahim Odhabi
Academic Project Coordinator
Sakshi Sharma
Research Assistant