International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment
Scope & Guideline
Fostering collaboration for safer environments.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Disaster Risk Assessment and Management:
The journal explores methodologies for assessing disaster risks and developing comprehensive management strategies to mitigate these risks in the built environment. - Resilient Infrastructure Development:
Research focuses on designing and retrofitting infrastructure to withstand disasters, including studies on building materials, construction techniques, and urban planning. - Stakeholder Engagement and Community Resilience:
It emphasizes the role of various stakeholders, including government, communities, and NGOs, in fostering resilience through participatory approaches. - Climate Change Adaptation:
The journal publishes studies on adapting built environments to the impacts of climate change, including rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and urban heat islands. - Nature-Based Solutions:
Research on integrating natural systems and solutions into urban planning and disaster resilience strategies is highlighted, promoting sustainability and ecological balance. - Policy and Governance Frameworks:
The journal addresses the need for coherent policies and governance structures that support disaster resilience and sustainable development goals.
Trending and Emerging
- Smart Technologies and Disaster Management:
The integration of smart technologies, such as IoT and AI, in disaster risk reduction and management is gaining traction, reflecting the need for data-driven and efficient solutions. - Nature-Based Solutions for Urban Resilience:
There is an increasing focus on nature-based solutions, recognizing their potential to enhance urban resilience through sustainable practices and ecological restoration. - Climate Resilient Agriculture:
Research is trending towards developing agricultural practices that are resilient to climate change, emphasizing the interconnection between food security and disaster resilience. - Community-Led Resilience Initiatives:
There is a growing emphasis on community participation and leadership in resilience-building initiatives, recognizing that local knowledge and engagement are crucial for effective disaster management. - Health Infrastructure Resilience:
The resilience of health infrastructure, particularly in the context of pandemics and natural disasters, is emerging as a significant area of research, highlighting the interconnectedness of health and disaster risk management.
Declining or Waning
- Historical Disaster Studies:
Research focusing on historical disaster events and their impacts has seen a decline, as the journal shifts towards contemporary issues and future resilience strategies. - Traditional Construction Methods:
There is a waning interest in studies solely centered on traditional construction methods, as more emphasis is placed on innovative and sustainable building practices. - Single-Hazard Focus:
The journal has moved away from studies that focus solely on single hazards (e.g., earthquakes or floods) to a more integrated approach that considers multiple hazards and their interactions. - Post-Disaster Recovery:
While still relevant, research specifically focused on post-disaster recovery processes has decreased in favor of proactive resilience-building strategies. - Local Case Studies:
The emphasis on localized case studies has diminished, with more research being directed towards broader, comparative analyses that can inform global practices.
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