Structural engineering stands at the frontier of innovation, shaping the future of sustainable infrastructure. The Indian Association of Structural Engineering (IAStructE) proudly thrilled to announce the forthcoming National Conference onon the theme "Towards a Safe and Enduring Built Habitat" StructE NatCon 2025" scheduled to take place during 6-7 February 2026, at Hyderabad, with the aim to showcase India's pivotal role in driving advancements of Structural Engineering. IAStructE is national apex body of structural engineers in India established with the objective to cater to the overall professional needs of structural engineers. With a rich legacy of engineering excellence, IAStructE spearheads initiatives that catalyze positive change and elevate the standards of structural engineering practice.

This conference offers a unique opportunity for industry professionals, researchers, academics, and students to engage in meaningful dialogue, share insights, and collaborate on interdisciplinary solutions that address the most pressing challenges facing in the field of structural engineering and to delve into cutting-edge advancements that are reshaping the landscape of structural engineering. Hence, participants can expect to gain invaluable knowledge, forge new connections, and be inspired by the latest innovations in the field.The conference will feature paper presentations by researchers around the world, keynote speeches by invited speakers and several discussions addressing the state-of-the-art technologies and future challenges in Structural Engineering. In addition, IAStructE would also appreciate the efforts of the scientists and engineers through various categories of award. Mahendra Raj Memorial Lecture and Structural Engineers Day shall also be celebrated during the event. There will be special sessions and activities for students and young engineers.

The overarching theme of this conference revolves around the pursuit of innovation in structural engineering. With a focus on sustainability, resilience, and leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning (AIML), this event seeks to explore transformative strategies that will define the future of structural engineering. The key topics of the conference include the following.

• Innovations in Structural Engineering for Resilient Construction
• Durability and Sustainability in Building Materials and Systems
• Seismic Safety and Disaster Resilience Strategies
• Performance-Based Design and Life-Cycle Assessment
• Rehabilitation, Retrofitting, and Strengthening of Structures
• Policy, Codes, and Best Practices for Safer Built - Habitats
• Climate-Responsive and Environmentally Conscious Built Forms
• Emerging Technologies: Digital Twins, AI, and Smart Structural Monitoring
• Learning from Recent Disasters

IAStructE cordially invites academicians, researchers, practitioners, and thought leaders to participate and contribute for the presentation at the conference. Contributions should align with the conference themes and offer fresh perspectives, innovative methodologies, and practical insights that contribute to the advancement of structural engineering.There will be ample opportunities for manufacturers and other organisations to support the event by sponsorship and show casing their products and technologies to the enlightened participants. Mark your calendars and save the date for this exciting event! Stay tuned for further details regarding registration, speakers, and program highlights. For inquiries and updates, please visit https://structenatcon.com/ .

We look forward to welcoming you to the “National Conference onon the theme "Towards a Safe and Enduring Built Habitat" (StructE NatCon 2025)” and cordially invite you to participate and contribute to StructE NatCon 2025 to embarking on a journey towards a built environment that is resilient, sustainable, and equitable for all with the discovery, collaboration, and transformation.In this way, together we will lay the foundation for a future where infrastructure serves as a catalyst for societal progress, economic prosperity, and environmental stewardship.

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