IC-NOCMAT 2019: 18th International Conference on Non-conventional Materials and Technologies University of Nairobi Towers Nairobi, Kenya, July 24-26, 2019 |
Conference website | http://sites.psu.edu/nocmat/ |
Submission link | https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=icnocmat2019 |
Abstract registration deadline | October 31, 2018 |
Acceptance of abstracts | December 21, 2018 |
Submission deadline | February 15, 2019 |
Acceptance of papers (including revisions) | March 31, 2019 |
Introduction
We live in a complex, troubled, difficult—and a rapidly changing—world. All the present indications are that the 21st Century will be the most challenging, in almost all aspects of human life on this planet, and to humanity as a whole. A most pressing and urgent need facing all the peoples of the world is the regeneration and rehabilitation of our infrastructure such as affordable housing, water, energy, transport, and sanitation systems. A durable, efficient and effective infrastructure system is fundamental to economic prosperity, social justice, political stability and Quality of Life. Civil Engineering Infrastructure is the most costly to create, develop and maintain. The Non-Conventional Materials and Technologies (NOCMAT) Conferences have shown that we can develop low energy cement technologies, new material systems, and innovative material/structural technologies such as bamboo, palms, and different local vegetable fibers, leading to a wide range of cost-effective, durable, environment-friendly, energy efficient and sustainable construction materials that will save energy resources and reduce environmental pollution. The strategy of NOCMAT in construction will also go a long way in aiming at the eradication of poverty and hunger, ensuring environmental sustainability and the development of global partnership for economic progress and social stability.
Non-conventional materials and technologies encapsulate innovation and sustainable use of novel technologies and new uses of established materials. Many non-conventional materials in the 21st century have their roots in traditional vernacular construction, including Kah-gel which is earth (unfired clay), lime and different natural plants based materials, such as bamboo, straw, palm trees, and reeds. For traditional materials and techniques to meet modern demands of construction, cost and performance are required further development and innovative solutions. Materials of the industrial age, including steel and concrete, must also deliver more sustainable solutions. Innovations include cleaner manufacturing processes, lower carbon materials, greater reuse of components on end-use, greater recycling of materials, reduced waste and more production of components using local labour force and materials.
The 18th IC-NOCMAT Nairobi-Kenya Africa follows previous events in the 17th IC-NOCMAT Merida-Mexico, 16th IC-NOCMAT Winnipeg-Canada (2015), Sao Paulo-Brazil(2014), Paraiba-Brazil (2013),Hunan-China (2011), Cairo-Egypt (2010), Bath-England (2009), Hanoi-Vietnam (2002), Bhubaneswar-India (1997) and the first one was held in Rio de Janeiro (1984). The IC-NOCMAT conferences have also been held in Brazil (João Pessoa (2003); Pirassununga (2004); Rio de Janeiro (2005); Salvador (2006); and Maceió Alagoas (2007)) and most recently the second NOCMAT conference in Colombia (2008).
Program
The program will be shared soon. If you are interested in participating in NOCMAT2019 you can get more information here.
Submission Guidelines
All papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference. The following paper categories are welcome:
- Full papers describing ...
- Posters describing ...
Organized By
Organizations
- International Committee on Non-Conventional Materials and Technologies (IC-NOCMAT)
- Penn State University, USA
- University of Nairobi, Nairobi Kenya
Conference Chairs
Associate Professor, Engineering Design & Architectural Engineering
Director, Global Programs Strategic Initiatives
The Pennsylvania State University
213T Hammond Building • University Park, PA 16802
T: +1 814-863-1530
IC-Chairman: Prof. Khosrow Ghavami
ABMTENC-Rio, Brasil
http://www.abmtenc.civ.puc-rio.br
T: + (55-21)3527 1188 until 3527 1194Ext.121
F: + (55-21)35271195
Main Theme
The conference themes can include papers and presentations on fundamental science and applied research, case study reports, and dissemination of innovations in the themes of:
- Construction materials and technologies for climate change;
- Construction materials and technologies to deliver affordable housing;
- Innovations in development of low carbon materials and technologies;
- Low-cost housing concepts, prototypes, and applications;
- Standards and guidelines;
- Life-cycle assessment of materials;
- Environmentally friendly, energy efficient construction;
- Seismic strengthening, flood mitigation, and disaster prevention;
- Advances in research methodologies and materials testing;
- Infrastructure systems and materials;
- Durability and performance of construction materials;
- Applications in improving building health through materials and constructional development;
- Recycling of industrial, agricultural and urban waste stream materials.
Key Dates
- Submission of abstracts: Jan 5 2019
- Acceptance of abstracts: 21st January 2019
- Submission of papers: 15th February 2019
- Acceptance of papers (including revisions): 31st March 2019
Registration
Registration has not yet opened. More information to come.
Paper Submission
You are cordially invited to present a paper and or participate in this event. Contributors are requested to submit concise (max. one-page) abstracts in English by email to the conference chairmen or through the conference website.
Venue
University of Nairobi Towers, Harry Thuku Road, Nairobi, Kenya.
Contact
For further information contact:
Conference Chairs
Dr. Esther Obonyo, IC-NOCMAT2019@engr.psu.edu (preferred); eao4@psu.edu
Associate Professor, Engineering Design & Architectural Engineering
Director, Global Programs Strategic Initiatives
The Pennsylvania State University
213T Hammond Building • University Park, PA 16802
T: +1 814-863-1530
Prof. Khosrow Ghavami, ghavami@puc-rio.br, abmtenc@puc-rio.br
IC-Chairman: Prof. Khosrow Ghavami
ABMTENC-Rio, Brasil
http://www.abmtenc.civ.puc-rio.br
T: + (55-21)3527 1188 until 3527 1194Ext.121
F: + (55-21)35271195