Call for papers

The International Conference on Smart Materials and Mining Technology: Mines, Minerals, and Metallurgy for a Circular Economy invites original research papers, case studies, and technical reviews from scholars, researchers, and industry professionals worldwide. This conference aims to explore the latest innovations and sustainable practices in the fields of smart materials, mining technology, and metallurgical engineering. Contributions that address circular economy principles, digital transformation, and environmental responsibility in resource management are highly encouraged. Authors are invited to present solutions that combine cutting-edge technology with practical applications in mining and materials science. Selected papers will be featured in the conference proceedings and considered for publication in reputed journals. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable mining and materials for a resource-efficient world.

Track 1: Smart and Functional Materials

• Intelligent and self-healing materials
• Nano-materials for industrial applications
• Materials for energy storage and conversion
• Shape Memory Materials
• Photo-active Materials
• Smart coatings and corrosion resistance

Track 2: Sustainable Mining Practices

• Eco-friendly extraction and mineral processing
• Mine waste management and valorisations
• Remote sensing and environmental monitoring
• Green blasting and drilling technologies

Track 3: Circular Economy in Mining and Metallurgy

• Material lifecycle assessment
• Resource recovery and urban mining
• Recycling of electronic and industrial waste
• Circular design and product stewardship

Track 4: Advanced Metallurgical Processes

• Energy-efficient smelting and refining
• Low-carbon metallurgy
• Alloys and composite materials development
• Hydrometallurgy and pyrometallurgy innovations

Track 5: Digital Technologies in Mining

• AI, IoT, and machine learning in mining operations
• Robotics and autonomous systems
• Digital twins and simulation models
• Smart sensors and data analytics

Track 6: Policy, Regulation, and Economic Models

• Sustainability policies and ESG frameworks
• Carbon trading and environmental impact metrics
• Economic models for circular mining
• Industry standards and compliance

Track 7: Safety, Health, and Social Responsibility

• Occupational safety in smart mining
• Community engagement and stakeholder inclusion
• Human-centric design in mining systems
• Ethics and responsible sourcing

Track 8: Future Trends and Emerging Technologies

• Quantum materials and mining implications
• Bio-mining and microbial extraction
• Space mining: challenges and prospects
• Next-gen technologies in sustainable metallurgy