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32nd PATTAYA International Conference on “Technology & Innovation in Disaster Management” (PTIDM-25) on Dec. 18-20, 2025 Pattaya (Thailand)

PTIDM-25

URL: https://dbmce.urcae.urst.org/
Event Date: 2025-12-18 ~ 2025-12-20
Submission Date: 2025-12-01
Organizer: URCAE
Location: Pattaya, Thailand

Materials Engineering Architecture Environmental & Geological Engineering Manufacturing & Machinery Bioinformatics & Computational Biology Civil Engineering Disaster Management

Topics/Call for Papers

Topics of Interest for Submission include, but are Not Limited to:

I. Predictive Analytics & Early Warning Systems

AI and Machine Learning for Hazard Prediction:
- Using AI/ML to forecast natural disasters (e.g., floods, wildfires, earthquakes, extreme weather events).
- Predictive modeling for disease outbreaks and pandemics.
- Anomaly detection in infrastructure data for early warning of failures.

IoT & Sensor Networks for Real-time Monitoring:
- Deploying smart sensors (e.g., seismic, hydrological, atmospheric, structural integrity) for continuous environmental monitoring.
- Wireless sensor networks and real-time data transmission for early detection.
- Integration of IoT data with AI for enhanced situational awareness.

Satellite Technology & Remote Sensing:
- High-resolution satellite imagery for pre-disaster risk assessment and post-disaster damage assessment.
- Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) for all-weather, day-night monitoring.
- Satellite communication for maintaining connectivity in affected areas.
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for mapping, vulnerability analysis, and visualization.

Crowdsourcing & Social Media Analytics:
- Leveraging social media for real-time information gathering, situational awareness, and public warnings.
- Crowdsourced data collection for damage assessment and unmet needs.
- Natural Language Processing (NLP) for analyzing crisis-related text data.

II. Advanced Response & Rescue Technologies

Drones (UAVs) in Disaster Response:
- Aerial reconnaissance and real-time damage assessment.
- Search and rescue operations (thermal imaging, payload delivery).
- Mapping and 3D modeling of affected areas.
- Communication relay in areas with disrupted infrastructure.
- Autonomous drone navigation in complex environments.

Robotics & Autonomous Systems:
- Robots for hazardous environment exploration (e.g., collapsed buildings, CBRN incidents).
- Robots for logistics and delivery of aid in dangerous areas.
- Swarms of robots for large-scale search or mapping.
- Wearable robotics and exoskeletons for first responders.

Communication Technologies for Disasters:
- Resilient communication networks (e.g., satellite, mesh networks, ad-hoc mobile networks).
- Emergency broadcasting systems and public alert technologies.
- Interoperable communication platforms for multi-agency coordination.
- Next-generation wireless technologies (e.g., 5G/6G) for rapid deployment.

Augmented Reality (AR) & Virtual Reality (VR) for Field Operations:
- AR overlays for situational awareness in the field (e.g., mapping utilities, identifying hazards).
- VR for remote collaboration and expert guidance during response operations.

III. Resilient Infrastructure & Recovery Technologies

Smart Infrastructure & IoT for Resilience:
- Embedding sensors in critical infrastructure (bridges, buildings, power grids) for continuous health monitoring.
- Self-healing materials and adaptive structures.
- Predictive analytics for infrastructure maintenance and upgrades.
- Autonomous energy grids and microgrids for localized resilience.

Digital Twins for Recovery Planning:
- Creating virtual replicas of communities or infrastructure for post-disaster damage assessment and reconstruction planning.
- Simulating recovery scenarios and optimizing resource allocation.

Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) for Recovery:
- On-site 3D printing of temporary shelters, replacement parts, or infrastructure components.
- Rapid manufacturing of medical supplies or tools in disaster zones.

Blockchain for Humanitarian Aid & Supply Chain Transparency:
- Ensuring transparency and accountability in aid distribution.
- Tracking supplies from donor to beneficiary.
- Secure digital identities for displaced populations.
- Decentralized finance for direct cash transfers to affected individuals.

Sustainable & Green Recovery Technologies:
- Eco-friendly building materials and construction techniques for reconstruction.
- Renewable energy solutions for powering temporary shelters and critical facilities.

IV. Cross-Cutting Themes & Ethical Considerations

Data Management & Interoperability:
- Standards and protocols for data sharing between different technologies and agencies.
- Big Data analytics platforms for disaster intelligence.
- Data security, privacy, and ethical use of personal information in crisis.

Cybersecurity in Disaster Management:
- Protecting critical infrastructure from cyberattacks during and after disasters.
- Securing emergency communication networks and data systems.
- Addressing ransomware and other cyber threats targeting vulnerable systems.

AI Ethics & Bias in Disaster Technology:
- Addressing potential biases in AI algorithms used for prediction or resource allocation.
- Ensuring equitable access to technology for all communities.
- Transparency and accountability in AI decision-making.

Human-Technology Collaboration:
- Optimizing human-machine interfaces for emergency responders.
- Training first responders to effectively use new technologies.
- Understanding the psychological impact of technology on disaster survivors and responders.

Policy, Governance, & Regulation:
- Developing legal frameworks for the deployment and use of emerging technologies in disasters.
- International cooperation and standardization of disaster technology.
- Public-private partnerships for technology development and deployment.

Education & Training:
- VR/AR simulations for disaster preparedness training (e.g., active shooter, mass casualty, evacuation drills).
- Gamification of disaster education and awareness.
- Developing digital literacy and tech skills for community resilience.

Innovation Ecosystems for Disaster Tech:
- Fostering startups and research in disaster-focused technologies.
- Investment and funding mechanisms for innovative solutions.
- Testbeds and living labs for piloting new technologies.

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