Algorithms for Smart Cities (3rd Edition)

Dear Colleagues,

ICT supports our society in responding to increased human pressure on Earth. Sustainable development challenges urban areas to consume resources more efficiently, to optimize operations, to boost people’s involvement in governance, and to raise the quality of life and environment. Late technological, environmental, and social changes determine the need for articulated strategies that address these challenges, comprehensive models of real problems, and effective ICT solutions.

Further, algorithms have the potential to revolutionize urban planning, infrastructure management, and resource allocation. They can help optimize energy consumption, reduce waste generation, and improve transportation systems. Moreover, algorithms can be used to analyze data from various sources, including sensors, social media, and citizen feedback, and to provide insights into urban challenges and opportunities. In particular, recent advances in edge computing, federated learning, and real-time data fusion open new opportunities for adaptive and scalable urban systems. Algorithms play a critical role in enabling digital twins for city-scale simulation, as well as for resilience-oriented applications addressing climate change and disaster management.

The aim of this Special Issue is to address the broad range of societal issues raised by modern urban communities as well as to explore the power of the application of algorithms within the sustainable development of smart cities. The efficient use of physical infrastructure, enhancement in public health and public education, lower environmental impact, and better resilience of the inhabitants as well as of the city structures are the expected topics of interest. Researchers and practitioners working in artificial intelligence, city logistics, internet of things, data analytics, etc., are invited to submit their original and unpublished works to this Special Issue. Of particular interest are papers describing integrated approaches, for example, those including computer vision, optimization methods, and GIS. Additionally, interdisciplinary contributions are encouraged that connect algorithmic innovation with citizen-centric governance, sustainable mobility and energy systems, and intelligent public services.

Dr. Gloria Cerasela Crişan
Prof. Dr. Vasile-Daniel Pavaloaia
Prof. Dr. Elena Nechita
Guest Editors

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