Announcements
Afaaq Research for Urban Studies (Afaaq RUS)
Published by Afaaq Research & Studies
We are pleased to announce the launch of Afaaq Research for Urban Studies (Afaaq RUS), a peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing research in urban planning, sustainability, architecture, smart cities, and cultural heritage.
The journal provides an interdisciplinary platform for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to share insights and innovations that shape the future of cities — particularly in the context of the MENA region and global sustainable urbanism.
Focus & Scope
Afaaq RUS welcomes original research articles, review papers, and case studies on:
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Urban planning, policy, and design
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Smart and sustainable cities
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Environmental and resilience studies
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Heritage preservation and urban identity
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Social innovation and urban governance
Open Access Policy
All published articles are freely accessible under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) license, ensuring global dissemination and reuse with proper citation.
Call for Papers
We invite scholars and practitioners to submit their manuscripts through our online submission system at:
Submissions | Afaaq Research for Urban Studies
For inquiries, please contact:
editor@afaaq-urbanstudies.org
