About the Journal

The Journal of Built Environment, Urbanism, and Smart Cities (JBUS), published by FRIE in 2026, is an international, double-blind peer-reviewed, open-access journal. It focuses on advancing research in the planning, design, development, and management of built environments and smart cities. The journal provides a platform for architects, urban planners, engineers, policymakers, and researchers worldwide. It emphasizes sustainable urban development, resilient infrastructure, and technology-driven city solutions. JBUS promotes interdisciplinary approaches connecting urban studies, architecture, engineering, and social sciences. Its scope addresses the evolving challenges of urbanization in creating livable and inclusive cities. By fostering innovation, JBUS aspires to shape intelligent, sustainable, and future-ready urban environments.

Journal of Built Environment, Urbanism, and Smart Cities (JBUS) , published by the Foundation for Research, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (FRIE) in the year 2026, is an international, peer-reviewed, Gold Open Access journal committed to advancing the application of computational methods, models, and technologies across diverse disciplines. 

JBUS serves as a dynamic platform fostering collaboration between academia, industry, and policymakers, effectively bridging the gap between theoretical innovation and practical implementation. The journal’s scope encompasses a broad spectrum of domains, including computational science, artificial intelligence, data analytics, high-performance computing, bioinformatics, environmental modeling, computational finance, image and language processing, cybersecurity, as well as applications in education, social sciences, and the humanities. Upholding a rigorous double-blind peer review process, JMCR strives to publish high-quality, impactful research that addresses complex global challenges through the power of computational innovation.