Call for Papers
You are invited to submit your 4-8 pages abstract to the 14th International Symposium on Cold Regions Development (ISCORD). Please submit your abstract from the link on this website (available from July 1, 2025). Submitted abstracts will be reviewed simply about topic compatibility and format for presentation in the ISCORD. Your abstract only will be published in the Proceeding of the 14th International Symposium on Cold Regions Development (ISCORD).
Important Dates
All dates are in Japan Standard Time(JST- UTC/GMT+9 hours)
Call for papers: July 1, 2025
Deadline for abstract submission: July 1 - October 31, 2025
Notification of abstract review results: December 25, 2025
Deadline for revised paper submission: January 31, 2026
Deadline for registration for presentations: May 31, 2026
Abstract Submission
Abstract guidelines
(More information is coming soon)
Topics
Please choose an appropriate topic when submitting your abstract.Frozen Ground and Permafrost
Building Design
Construction Techniques
Structure and Foundation Failures
Snow and Ice Construction
Logistics Issues
Ports and Shipping
Pavement Performance
Road Maintenance
Urban Snow Management
Transportation Systems
Public Transportation
Oil and Gas
Pipeline Infrastructure in the Frozen Environment
Environmental Considerations
Energy Issues, including Renewable Sources
Socio-Cultural Considerations
Policy Development
Education
Geotechnics and Geoinformatics
Life-Line and Earthquake Engineering
Water and Wastewater Systems
Water Resources Management in Cold Regions
Natural Disaster in Cold Regions
Sustainable Technologies
Standalone / Off the Grid Solutions
Smart and Digital Solutions
Specific Arctic Issues
Innovative Engineering Solutions
Language
English only
File Requirement
MS-Word file only
Length
4-8 pages
Ethics Policy for Submission
AI-assisted technologies may be used to improve the readability and language of the manuscript but should not replace key tasks such as drawing scientific insights or conclusions. Disclosure of the use of AI and AI-assisted technologies in manuscripts is required. AI and AI-assisted technologies should not be listed as authors or co-authors and should not be cited as authors. The use of generative AI and AI-assisted tools in diagrams, images, and artwork is prohibited.
Contact
If you have any inquiries about the abstract submission, please do not hesitate to contact:
Professor Kunihiro Kishi
Division of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Hokkaido University
E-Mail:
iscord@eng.hokudai.ac.jp