Scope Topics and Tracks

18 Dec 2025

ICOBAR-SMART 2026 welcomes submissions across the following tracks. Each track encourages interdisciplinary perspectives across Science, Technology, Education, Management, and a Multidisciplinary Science Nexus.

Track 1: Digital Twin Ecosystems for Urban Transformation

Science: urban physics modeling; simulation of traffic-fluid dynamics; computational environmental science for pollution tracking
Technology: IoT sensor fusion; AI-driven predictive modeling; cloud-edge architectures; AR/VR visualization tools
Education: curriculum for digital twin literacy; professional training for planners and engineers
Management: change management for municipal digitalization; ROI frameworks; public-private partnership models
Multidisciplinary Science Nexus: urban living laboratory platforms integrating simulation data, governance workflows, citizen feedback systems, and educational modules.

Track 2: Next-Generation Mobility Workforce Development

Science: cognitive science of human-machine interaction; learning science for technical skill acquisition
Technology: VR/AR training simulators; AI-powered personalized learning platforms; skill-gap analytics tools
Education: micro-credentialing; adaptive learning pathways; industry-academia co-design of curricula
Management: talent pipeline strategies; organizational learning cultures; leadership development for digital transformation
Multidisciplinary Science Nexus: competency frameworks combining labor market analytics, educational psychology, technology roadmaps, and organizational development strategies.

Track 3: Intelligent Supply Chain and Logistics 4.0

Science: optimization algorithms; network theory; material science for sustainable packaging
Technology: blockchain for transparency; autonomous drones and robots for last-mile delivery; predictive maintenance systems
Education: digital literacy programs; executive education in logistics analytics; vocational training for automation technicians
Management: agile governance; risk management in interconnected systems; circular economy business models
Multidisciplinary Science Nexus: decision support systems integrating real-time logistics data, regulatory compliance, sustainability metrics, and workforce training modules.

Track 4: Health-Integrated Smart Mobility Systems

Science: epidemiology of transport-related health impacts; ergonomics in vehicle design; air quality and public health research
Technology: biometric monitoring in vehicles; AI for health-optimized routing; clean air filtration and monitoring systems
Education: public health literacy campaigns; training for medical professionals on transport-related health issues
Management: health outcome-based transport policy; insurance models for active mobility incentives; corporate wellness integration with commuting
Multidisciplinary Science Nexus: mobility-health impact assessment platforms integrating sensors, health data analytics, policy evaluation tools, and public education campaigns.

Track 5: Data-Driven Governance for Sustainable Mobility Transitions

Science: complex systems modeling; behavioral data analytics; policy impact simulation
Technology: big data platforms for governance analytics; citizen engagement digital tools; open data architectures
Education: data literacy for public administrators; evidence-based policymaking curricula; civic tech education
Management: performance-based governance models; stakeholder engagement frameworks; adaptive policy implementation strategies
Multidisciplinary Science Nexus: governance intelligence systems merging real-time urban data, participatory decision-making, policy simulation tools, and continuous learning feedback loops.