Forthcoming Books

All Forthcoming Books
11th Int. Conf. on Architecture, Materials and Construction (ICAMC) & 6th Int. Conf. on Building Science, Technology and Sustainability (ICBSTS)
Editors:
Prof. Nuno Dinis Cortiços
Coming in:
February 2026
Description:
This proceedings volume is the core academic output of ICAMC 2025 (11th International Conference on Architecture, Materials and Construction) and ICBSTS 2025 (6th International Conference on Building Science, Technology and Sustainability), which were held 3-5 September 2025 in Nagoya, Japan. It compiles high-quality research papers presented at conferences across diverse fields of construction, including architecture, materials, and sustainable technologies. This edition can serve as an essential reference for driving innovation in related fields, injecting new impetus into global industrial progress.
Piezoelectric Materials, Building Materials and Biofuels
Editors:
Dr. Mujtahid Kaavessina, Dr. Taiwo Ebenezer Abioye, Prof. Abdellatif Imad, Magd Abdel Wahab and Dr. Wanlop Kitisatorn
Coming in:
February 2026
Description:
This special edition presents a multidisciplinary collection of research results addressing key challenges and innovations in bioenergy technologies, materials processing and construction engineering, and is intended to serve as a valuable reference for researchers, engineers, and students, supporting further innovation across the mentioned fields.
Corrosion Prevention, Plasma Sprayed Coatings, Foams and Porous Materials
Editors:
Maryna Storozhenko, Prof. Somrerk Chandra-Ambhorn and Resista Vikaliana
Coming in:
February 2026
Description:
This special edition presents a focused selection of research addressing durability, surface engineering, and advanced material functionality in modern engineering applications. The contributions reflect current efforts to enhance material performance and reliability under demanding service conditions.

Latest publications

International Journal of Engineering Research in Africa Vol. 78
Editors:
Prof. Abdellatif Imad and Prof. Roland Uhunmwangho
Online since:
February 2026
Description:
The 78th volume contains articles dedicated to sustainable solutions in the application of natural and bio-based materials for wastewater treatment, soil amendment with biochar, infant nutrition and green concrete production. Special attention is given to issues related to energy transition, particularly in the context of hydrogen production. The issue will be helpful to specialists in mechanical engineering, construction, energy development and environmental safety.
Journal of Biomimetics, Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering Vol. 71
Editors:
Dr. David Duday, Dr. Sooraj Hussain Nandyala, José Luis Ordóñez-Ávila and Dr. Taiwo Ebenezer Abioye
Online since:
February 2026
Description:
The presented volume of the journal contains articles that are devoted to modern scientific research and engineering design in biomaterials and biomedical engineering, focusing on materials for bone regeneration, increase of magnesium alloy's biocompatibility, improvement of the mechanical properties of synthetic and natural fibers composites for application in orthopaedic prosthetics, and designing some devices for diagnosis, blood perfusion analysis, surgery training, etc.
Steel and Alloys, Recycled and Green Building Materials
Editors:
Maryna Storozhenko, Resista Vikaliana, Prof. Abdellatif Imad and Prof. Somrerk Chandra-Ambhorn
Online since:
February 2026
Description:
This special edition presents a focused selection of research results addressing key aspects of materials engineering and sustainability. The contributions reflect current efforts to enhance material performance while minimising environmental impact across the industrial and construction sectors.
Advanced Engineering Forum Vol. 58
Editors:
Prof. Mikkel K. Kragh, Prof. Dumitru Nedelcu, Walid Al-Hussaibi and Prof. Roland Uhunmwangho
Online since:
February 2026
Description:
The 58th volume of the journal is compiled from articles that represent the latest research results in structural damage monitoring in superalloys, energy-efficient routing protocols for wireless sensor networks, thermal engineering and heat transfer in engineering systems, clean mobility, and plastic waste management. The presented research results will be helpful to specialists in machinery, applied thermal engineering, infrastructure organisation for electric vehicles, and waste treatment.
Biocomposites, Biomass Processing, Green and Functional Materials
Editors:
Prof. Abdellatif Imad, Resista Vikaliana, Listra Yehezkiel Ginting and Prof. Somrerk Chandra-Ambhorn
Online since:
February 2026
Description:
The special edition presents recent research results and technological advances across materials science and sustainable building materials, highlighting both traditional solutions and environmentally responsible innovations. This edition is designed to serve as a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and students seeking to advance materials science and promote environmentally responsible engineering practices.