Aquatecture, a pioneering and transformative concept within the realm of architectural innovation, encapsulates the fusion of architectural design with aquatic environments, reshaping the traditional boundaries of human habitation. In this paradigm, structures seamlessly integrate with water, whether they are built upon it, within it, or designed to dynamically respond to its fluctuations. Aquatecture's multifaceted approach encompasses floating cities, amphibious dwellings, and submerged structures, each catering to the diverse demands of a world increasingly affected by climate change and rising sea levels. This visionary discipline leverages cutting-edge technologies and sustainable materials, fostering a harmonious coexistence between human society and aquatic ecosystems. Through modular and adaptable construction, aquatecture showcases its resilience in the face of environmental challenges, promoting eco-friendly solutions and mitigating the impact of urbanization on terrestrial landscapes. Embracing innovative engineering, aquatectural marvels boast intricate systems for water management, harnessing natural forces for energy generation and utilizing biomimicry to inspire design solutions. As an interdisciplinary field, aquatecture integrates expertise from architecture, marine biology, environmental science, and engineering, fostering a collaborative ethos essential for addressing the complex and dynamic relationships between humans and water. A testament to the potential of sustainable urban development, aquatecture emerges as a beacon of creativity, resilience, and ecological consciousness, offering a visionary blueprint for the future where the built environment harmonizes with the fluidity of aquatic ecosystems, ushering in an era of cohabitation and balance between land and water.
Title : Application of artificial intelligence and NISAR satellite to study the air sea CO2 exchange and aquatic toxicology to develop ‘Aquatic Pollution Remediation Technologies’(PART)
Virendra Kumar Goswami, Indian Institute of Technology, India
Title : Conditionally pathogenic microparasites (Microsporidia and Myxosporea) of mullet fish potential objects of mariculture in the black and azov seas
Violetta M Yurakhno, A. O. Kovalevsky Institute of Biology of the Southern Seas of Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
Title : Seasonal habitat shifts and purse seine dependence of mene maculata in the Taiwan strait: Early indicators of climate driven ecosystem change
Ipsita Biswas, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan
Title : National action plan for sustainable and resilient fisheries aquaculture system in Pakistan
Nazia Sher, National Institute of Maritime Affairs, Pakistan
Title : Site suitability analysis for sea cucumber mariculture in the coastal area of Bangladesh
Muhammad Mizanur Rahman, Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, Bangladesh
Title : Trends in fish value chain improvement in Rift Valley Lakes and Lake Tana, Ethiopia
Kidanie Misganaw Bezabih, University of Gondar, Ethiopia