Afaaq Research for Urban Studies

Afaaq Research for Urban Studies (ARUS) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal published by Afaaq Research & Studies. The journal aims to promote scholarly discussion and practical research in urban planning, sustainable development, city planning and design, architecture and the built environment, geospatial sciences and analytics.

ARUS invites original research papers, theoretical studies, review articles, and case studies that explore current challenges and innovations in (but not limited to):

• Urban and regional planning

• Sustainable cities and communities

• Urban design and public spaces

• Housing, neighborhoods, and urban regeneration

• Environmental planning and climate resilience

• Smart cities and digital urbanism

• Urban governance, policy, and management

• Social, cultural, and economic dimensions of urban development

ARUS encourages innovative approaches that align with the principles of the global Sustainable Development Agenda. It emphasizes research that connects theory to practice, offering insights applicable to real-world urban challenges in fast-growing regions.

ARUS provides an interdisciplinary platform for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to share insights and innovations that shape the future of cities, particularly in the MENA region and global sustainable urbanism.

By fostering collaboration between academia and professional practice, Afaaq Research for Urban Studies aims to contribute to global conversations on sustainable urbanism, promote evidence-based planning, and inspire innovative solutions for resilient, inclusive, and future-ready cities.