To promote regional development and deepen international cultural exchange under the Belt and Road Initiative, this journal has established the "Silk Road Architectural Culture" Special Issue. It aims to explore innovative pathways for the preservation and development of Silk Road architectural heritage, fostering global academic collaboration.
Xi’an University of Architecture and Technology, a leading institution in architectural education, has established the "Silk Road International Alliance of Architectural and Technological Universities" to advance knowledge sharing, cultural exchange, and theoretical innovation. The Journal of Xi’an University of Architecture and Technology (Social Sciences Edition) serves as a key platform for advancing research in regional culture and architectural studies.
Suggested Topics
- Protection and innovative utilization of Silk Road architectural heritage
- Aesthetic implications and modern value of traditional architecture
- Theoretical research and practical exploration of regional architectural history
- Preservation and renewal strategies for traditional architectural styles
- Current status and transformation of Silk Road residential patterns
- Relationship between regional construction techniques and architectural characteristics
- Integration and development pathways for Silk Road urban-rural construction
- Localization of Chinese architecture under cross-cultural influences
- Analysis of Silk Road architectural forms and artistic characteristics
- Architectural expression and philosophical thought in traditional culture
- A Colloquium on New Theories, Perspectives, and Innovative Practices in Silk Road Architectural Culture
Submission Requirements
· Academic Integrity: Submissions must adhere to academic ethics, be original and unpublished works.
· Content: Submissions should have a clear theme, correct viewpoints, accurate citations, and offer theoretical depth or practical significance.
· Format: Follow the formatting guidelines available on the journal’s website (??????????(?????) (founderss.cn)).
· Language: Manuscripts will be published in Chinese. Submissions from alliance universities must include a Chinese academic version, with co-authored works requiring an English abstract.
· Length: Manuscripts should be between 8,000 and 12,000 words.
Submission Process
Please submit manuscripts via the journal’s online submission system:https://jdxbs.xauat.edu.cn/
Contact Information
Phone: 029-82202912; 029-82202167
We look forward to your contributions to advancing academic research and practical innovation in Silk Road architectural culture!
Journal of Xi’an University of Architecture and Technology Editorial Office
International Cooperation and Exchange Office, Xi’an University of Architecture and Technology
April 2, 2025
Office of International Affairs
Xi'an University of Architecture and Technology
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