Themes & Technical Topics

1

Engineering Seismology

Soil nonlinearity, ground motion prediction, site effects, basin response, and seismic hazard characterization.

2

Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering

Ground response analysis, liquefaction, soil-structure interaction (SSI), foundation design, and innovative mitigation techniques.

3

Seismic Design, Evaluation & Retrofit

Retrofitting techniques, performance-based design, seismic isolation and control, non-structural components, and innovative solutions.

4

Seismic Loss & Risk Assessment

Resilience frameworks, hazard and vulnerability modeling, loss estimation, disaster risk reduction (DRR) planning, and economic impact.

5

Monitoring & Early Warning

Structural health monitoring (SHM), early warning systems, real-time data, economic implications, and community alert frameworks.

6

Advanced Simulation Methods

Advanced and hybrid simulations, high-performance computing, uncertainty quantification, and digital twins for earthquake engineering.

7

Photogrammetry & Visualization

Structure-from-motion, UAV reconnaissance, 3D modeling, LiDAR, and advanced imaging for post-disaster documentation.

8

Post-Disaster Response & Recovery

Reconnaissance missions, post-earthquake assessment, social justice in recovery, community resilience, and lessons from recent events.

9

Heritage & Traditional Structures

Seismic assessment and retrofit of historic buildings, vernacular architecture, conservation techniques, and cultural value preservation.

10

Social Vulnerability & Risks

Inequality, marginalization, risk perception, community engagement, gender dimensions, and inclusive disaster risk reduction.

11

Risk Reduction Policies & Practices

Building codes, land-use planning, policy implementation, governance frameworks, and multi-hazard risk reduction strategies.

📌 Other special sessions — subject to proposals from research groups and institutions.

Interested in organizing a dedicated session? Please contact the technical program committee at 9ACEE@nset.org.np with a session title, scope, and proposed speakers. Proposals will be reviewed by the scientific committee.