About
Aims
The International Journal of Sustainable Materials and Circular Engineering (IJSMCE) aims to provide a premier interdisciplinary forum for the dissemination of high-quality research that facilitates the global transition toward a circular economy. As the global industrial landscape faces unprecedented pressure to reduce carbon footprints and minimize waste, the journal serves as a critical bridge between fundamental materials science and the practical engineering solutions required for industrial sustainability. IJSMCE is committed to publishing work that not only explores the synthesis of novel, eco-friendly materials but also investigates their entire lifecycle, from extraction and processing to end-of-life recovery. By fostering dialogue between chemists, engineers, and environmental scientists, the journal seeks to accelerate the development of materials that are 'sustainable by design.' Our primary objective is to contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by highlighting innovations that decouple economic growth from resource consumption and promote the regenerative use of natural assets. Scope
The scope of IJSMCE is broad yet focused on the intersection of technical innovation and ecological preservation. We welcome original research, comprehensive reviews, and impactful case studies in the following areas:
• Bio-based Polymers and Sustainable Composites: Development of resins and fibers derived from renewable agricultural or marine feedstocks.
• Closed-loop Recycling Technologies: Innovative chemical and mechanical processes for recovering high-purity materials from complex waste streams.
• Quantitative Lifecycle Assessment (LCA): Methodologies and empirical studies assessing the environmental impacts of materials across their full value chain.
• Design for Disassembly (DfD) and Circularity: Engineering frameworks that facilitate the easy separation and reuse of components in consumer electronics and automotive sectors.
• Industrial Symbiosis and Waste Valorization: Techniques for converting industrial by-products into high-value construction or functional materials.
• Advanced Additive Manufacturing for Resource Efficiency: Utilizing 3D and 4D printing to reduce material waste and optimize energy consumption in production.
• Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCU) in Materials: The integration of sequestered carbon into mineralized building products and synthetic polymers.
• Green Chemistry in Material Synthesis: Solvent-free processes and catalysis that minimize the use of hazardous substances during manufacturing.
Article Types
IJSMCE accepts the following formats:
• Original Research Papers: Detailed accounts of primary experimental or theoretical findings.
• Critical Reviews: State-of-the-art syntheses of existing literature with a forward-looking perspective.
• Methodology Articles: Introduction of new LCA tools or testing protocols for material durability and circularity.
• Technical Notes: Brief communications regarding significant technological improvements or specific software developments.
• Policy Briefs and Case Studies: Analysis of real-world implementations of circular engineering principles in industrial settings.
Audience
The journal is designed for an international audience comprising materials scientists, environmental and chemical engineers, industrial designers, and sustainability managers. It also serves as an essential resource for policymakers and urban planners involved in resource management and green infrastructure development.