
Editor-in-Chief: Prof. Bao-Jie He, Chongqing University, Chongqing, China.
Urban and Building Science (UBS) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal to advance the knowledge of urban and building physics, as well as the complex outdoor/indoor environment interactions by publishing original research papers, review articles, and viewpoints. UBS aims to publish innovative analyses on a wide range of environmental performance related to heat, sound, light, wind, air, water, energy/carbon, and waste across soild, liquid, and airborne media. More
BeiDou-Enabled Personal Rescue Equipment for Urban Disaster Response: Functions, Scenarios and Technical Constraints
Xun Liu, Xinqiao Wei, Xiaohui Tang, Farid Wajdi Akashah
2026, 2(4): 8. doi: 10.53941/ubs.2026.100030

Spatial Characterization of Peri-Urban Neighborhoods Generated by Parcel-Based Planning and Development in Satellite Towns South of Nairobi Metropolitan, Kenya
George O. Konguka, Sammy Letema, Caleb Mireri
2026, 2(4): 7. doi: 10.53941/ubs.2026.100029

Standardization in the Global Bamboo Industry: A Trade-Standard Nexus Approach
Kewei Liu, Yiming Sun, Anna Caterina Rossi, Changhua Fang, Pablo Jacome Estrella, Yongjiu Shi, Rene Kaam, Yuechu Shi, Durai Jayaraman
2026, 2(4): 6. doi: 10.53941/ubs.2026.100028

Governing Fair Building Electrification in Australia and California
Glen T. Currie
2026, 2(4): 5. doi: 10.53941/ubs.2026.100027

Delay-Induced Passenger Electricity Use in Public Transport: A Critical Review and Analytical Framework
Ali Safaeianpour
2026, 2(4): 4. doi: 10.53941/ubs.2026.100026

An Adaptive Radiative Cooling Roof Panel Approach for Balancing Building Cooling Benefits and Heating Penalties
Yang Hu, Baoshuang Zhu, Yujie Zhang, Weixian Mu
2026, 2(4): 3. doi: 10.53941/ubs.2026.100025

Robust Satellite Technique Detection of Extreme Heat Events in Italy: A 26-Year (2000–2025) Study of Non-Stationary Thermal Baselines
Mayowa Benjamen Lateef, Daniel Aderotoye
2026, 2(4): 2. doi: 10.53941/ubs.2026.100024

Biophilic Design for Ageing-in-Place: Charting an Environmental Assessment Framework of Natural Elements in Senior Housing
Weijie Zhong, Chuan Ma
2026, 2(4): 1. doi: 10.53941/ubs.2026.100023

Passive Shading Optimization for University Buildings in Southwest China: A Simulation-Based Transferability Assessment with Heatwave Stress Testing
Rui Yuan, Xiaojie Long, Chengxiang Yan, Guozheng Zhao, Weizheng Zhang, Intan Bayani Zakaria
2026, 2(3): 8. doi: 10.53941/ubs.2026.100022

Analysis of the Coupling Effects of Built and Environmental Factors on Researchers’ Psychological Satisfaction with University Research Spaces Based on the Sparse Identification of Nonlinear Dynamics (SINDy) Algorithm
Hanyu Zhou, Junqi Li, Wenchang Wang, Changan Liu
2026, 2(3): 7. doi: 10.53941/ubs.2026.100021

WCCAUP 2027 is a global forum for civil engineering, architecture, and urban design, bringing together civil engineers, architects, urban planners, and industry leaders to exchange ideas, present innovative solutions, and foster collaborations for the future of the built environment. The conference provides a practical platform for interdisciplinary dialogue and knowledge sharing, connecting academic research with professional practice and industry developments. It aims to encourage collaboration and advance innovative approaches to the challenges and opportunities shaping the built environment. Urban and Building Science (UBS) , published by Scilight Press, is pleased to collaborate with WCCAUP 2027 and support its academic exchange activities. This collaboration reflects UBS ’s commitment to advancing research and innovation in sustainable urban systems, building science, urban design, and the built environment. Under the leadership of Prof. Bao-Jie He, Editor-in-Chief of UBS , the journal welcomes high-quality research contributions relevant to the conference themes and provides a rigorous platform for their dissemination in accordance with the journal’s standard editorial policies and peer-review procedures. Conference Participation: Researchers, academics, and professionals in civil engineering, architecture, urban planning, and related disciplines are warmly encouraged to participate in WCCAUP 2027, share their research findings, and engage in discussions on emerging developments and practical solutions for the built environment. Conference Website: For more information about WCCAUP 2027, including conference details and participation opportunities, please visit the official website: https://wccaup2027.com/ About Urban and Building Science ( UBS ): Urban and Building Science (UBS) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal published by Scilight Press. The journal promotes interdisciplinary research on sustainable, inclusive, safe, and resilient built environments, covering topics across building science, urban environments, green infrastructure, climate resilience, and sustainable urban development. For more information about UBS , please visit: https://www.sciltp.com/journals/ubs For more information about Scilight Press, please visit: https://www.sciltp.com/ Urban and Building Science Editorial Office

