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Aims & Scope

The Journal of Sustainable Construction Materials and Technologies (JSCMT) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal that reports on all aspects of sustainable construction materials and advanced construction technologies. The aim of this journal is to highlight research and development leading to innovative, sustainable, and environmentally friendly construction practices. It serves as a platform for disseminating cutting-edge knowledge and fostering collaboration among researchers, engineers, and professionals working in the field of sustainable construction. JSCMT seeks to bridge the gap between academia and industry by promoting research that leads to real-world applications. The journal encourages interdisciplinary contributions that integrate scientific innovation with practical implementation to advance sustainability in construction.

Topics

Specific topics covered in the journal include:

  1. Sustainable Construction Materials and Green Chemistry
    • Development and characterization of eco-friendly binders, including alternative cements (e.g., geopolymers) and alkali-activated materials.
    • Chemical composition, hydration mechanisms, and phase transformations in sustainable building materials.
    • Advanced chemical admixtures and sustainable additives for concrete, mortar, and asphalt.
    • Polymer-based and bio-based construction materials, including biopolymers and eco-friendly resins.
    • Chemical stability, degradation, and aging mechanisms of construction materials.
  2. Circular Economy and Waste Valorization
    • Recycling and reuse of construction and demolition waste.
    • Chemical and mechanical processes for material recovery from municipal solid waste (MSW).
    • Strategies for designing structures with demountable, deconstructable, and recyclable materials.
    • Sustainable resource management and zero-waste construction strategies.
  3. Energy Efficiency and Carbon Footprint Reduction
    • Low-carbon construction materials and carbon capture technologies in cement and concrete production.
    • Passive and active energy-efficient strategies in building materials and design.
    • Green roofing systems, phase change materials (PCMs), and thermal insulation advancements.
    • Renewable energy integration in construction materials and infrastructure.
    • Embodied energy analysis and greenhouse gas reduction strategies.
  4. Durability and Structural Performance
    • Advanced durability assessment methods for sustainable construction materials.
    • Self-healing materials and smart coatings for enhanced structural performance.
    • Chemical degradation mechanisms, including sulfate attack, alkali-silica reaction (ASR), and carbonation.
    • Maintenance and repair technologies to extend the service life of buildings and infrastructure.
  5. Digitalization and Smart Construction
    • Application of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in sustainable construction.
    • Smart materials and sensor-integrated structures for real-time performance monitoring.
    • Robotics and automation in eco-friendly construction practices.
  6. Resilient and Climate-Adaptive Construction
    • Development of climate-resilient materials for extreme environmental conditions.
    • Disaster-resistant construction technologies and sustainable urban infrastructure.
    • Smart coatings and phase-changing materials for adaptive thermal regulation.
  7. Environmental Impact Assessment and Sustainability Certifications
    • Life cycle assessment (LCA) and environmental impact assessment (EIA) of construction materials and processes.
    • Green building certification systems (e.g., LEED, BREEAM, DGNB) and regulatory frameworks for sustainable materials.
    • Public perception, policy development, and social responsibility in sustainable construction.

Types of Articles

The journal welcomes submissions of papers covering:

  • Original Research Articles: Presenting new experimental or theoretical research findings.
  • Review Articles: Comprehensive reviews on recent developments and advances in sustainable construction materials and technologies.
  • Technical Notes: Short communications on novel techniques or interesting case studies.
  • Case Studies: Practical applications and real-world implementations of sustainable construction practices.
  • Perspective and Opinion Papers: Insights on future directions and innovative approaches in sustainable construction.

Journal Metrics and Indexation

This journal is abstracted and indexed by:

  • Scopus: The journal is indexed in Scopus, with a SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) of 0.209 as of 2023.
  • Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ): JSCMT is listed in DOAJ, ensuring open-access visibility.
  • EBSCO
  • TR Dizin (ULAKBIM)
  • CrossRef

Usage

  • Downloads/Views:
    • Total downloads of articles: 148,308
    • Total views of articles: 63,805
  • Average time from submission to first editorial decision: Approximately 8-12 weeks
  • Average time from editorial acceptance to publication: Approximately 4-6 weeks
  • Yearly Statistics:
    • Rejection Ratio 2022: 36%
    • Rejection Ratio 2023: 56%
    • Rejection Ratio 2024: 74%

Citation Metrics

  • CiteScore 2023: 0.8
  • Source Normalized Impact per Paper (SNIP): 0.297
  • SCImago Journal Rank (SJR): 0.209 as of 2023.