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Paper Submission & Registration

ICMC 2026 is now open for paper submissions. Below are author instructions.

Key Dates

Items

Deadline

Call for Papers Announcement

15 March 2026

Abstract Submission

Abstract Acceptance

15 May 2026

31 May 2026

Full Paper Submission

1 August 2026

Paper Acceptance

1 September 2026

Final Paper Submission

15 September 2026

Registration

30 September 2026

Conference

7-9 December 2026

Conference Topics

Structural Systems & Materials

  • Concrete modular structural systems, design and analysis

  • Steel modular structural systems, design and analysis

  • Module connections, joints, and interface engineering

  • Resilience and health monitoring of modular buildings

  • Design and performance of advanced materials (e.g. high-performance and sustainable materials) for modular buildings

  • Others

Smart Construction & Automation

  • AI and robotics for modular construction design

  • AI and robotics for modular construction manufacturing

  • AI and robotics for modular construction transportation

  • AI and robotics for modular construction installation

  • AI and robotics for modular construction maintenance and operation

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Sustainability & Resilience

  • Lifecycle carbon assessment and reduction: embodied carbon assessment, operational carbon assessment, low-carbon materials, and full lifecycle comparisons in modular construction

  • Circular economy in modular buildings: design for disassembly, reuse, material passports, and closed-loop material flows

  • Integration of renewables and smart systems: energy-positive modules, integrated renewables, adaptive facades, and intelligent energy management

  • Climate resilience and adaptation: disaster-resistant design, rapid deployability, and adaptive modular solutions for extreme weather and emergencies

Policy, Supply Chain and Project Management

  • Modular construction policy and regulations 

  • Supply chain management and strategic decision making

  • Procurement, contract, and project delivery strategies 

  • Performance analysis and benchmarking, e.g. cost, productivity, quality, and safety

  • Smart project management, e.g. AI-assisted decision making

Other Topics on Modular Construction or MiC

Paper Submission

Submissions should be uploaded as PDF files via the EasyChair online system. When submitting, please select the appropriate track that matches your manuscript type: Extended Abstract or Final Paper. Please note that the Extended Abstract is optional; however, we strongly encourage authors to submit one.

Please prepare your manuscript using the official author template (*.docx).

Paper and Presentation Types

Scientific paper

  • Paper must be written in English.

  • Paper cannot exceed 8 pages in length.

  • Submitted papers will be peer-reviewed, and only accepted papers will be included in the conference proceedings.

  • Papers are accepted only on the condition that they will be presented at the conference by at least one author.

  • Each registered participant is allowed to present one paper only.

  • Accepted papers must be presented in accordance with the conference schedule. Failure to present an accepted paper may result in exclusion from the conference proceedings.

  • Authors must use the official conference template for paper formatting.

Presentation

  • All presenters shall prepare their presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint (PPT).

  • Presentations should be in English, consistent with the scientific paper.

  • Each oral presentation is allocated 10 minutes, followed by 5-minute Q&A.

Best Paper Awards

The Conference will select five best papers from the submissions (i.e. one for each topic), based on reviewers’ comments and recommendations by the scientific committee. Outstanding papers will be considered for recommendation to well-known top-tier journals.

Registration and Fee

Category

Registration Fee

Full Registration

(Day 1 & Day 2)

HK$4,000

Registration Link:

  • To be announced and open on or after 1 July 2026.

Points to Note:

  • Every accepted paper needs at least one author to register.

  • Registration fee includes paper publishing in conference proceeding, conference sessions and coffee breaks.

  • Author with Best Paper Award will have one complementary seat for conference dinner.

  • Registration deadline: 30 September 2026.

  • E-certificate will be provided.

Contacts

Please contact Dr Aimin Zhu (zhuaimin@connect.hku.hk) or Dr Yan Duan (duany@connect.hku.hk) of The University of Hong Kong for any inquiries on paper submissions.

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