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Reconsidering Karl Marx’S Concept Of World Literature, Kenneth Cheng

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It is widely assumed that Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels regarded world literature as an epiphenomenal product of the capitalist world market, and therefore as a symptom of rather than potential cure to the crisis of modern society. However, this conflicts with the fact that they designated the Communist Manifesto itself as a world-literary production—the joint work of communists of various nationalities—and opposed it to the national limitations of German socialist literature. This article challenges existing interpretations by outlining how Marx and Engels incorporated the humanistic idealism of the Goethean Weltliteratur tradition into the theoretical framework of historical materialism. It …

World Literature: From Perpetual War To Perpetual Peace (And Back Again), Sándor Hites

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In this article, I address the relationship between world literature theories and questions of peace and war. I argue that the genesis of the concept of world literature in the 1790s was informed by profound transformations, in political theory, of the issue of the relevance and meaning of war and peace and their public perception. Theorists such as Wieland, Novalis, Jean Paul, and Fichte offered their concepts in response to the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars, adjusting them to shifting frontlines and the change of military fortune. Goethe’s notion of Weltliteratur already reflected on the geopolitics of the post-Napoleonic age, …

Introduction: World Literature As World Crisis, Jernej Habjan

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Urban Resilience Indicators Suitable For Vietnam's Cities To Respond To Climate Change - Towards Urban Sustainable Development, Hoa Quynh Ta

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Urban areas are increasingly exposed to pressures from rapid urbanization, climate change, and natural hazards, making urban resilience essential for sustainable development. In Vietnam, rapid urban expansion has been accompanied by intensified climate-related disasters, posing significant challenges to urban environments and livelihoods of their inhabitants. As one of the countries most vulnerable to climate change, Vietnam has implemented various policies and programs to promote sustainable urban development and climate change adaptation. Resilience-based approaches are widely used to assess the impacts of climate change. In Vietnam, several frameworks have been developed with international support; however, their applicability to domestic urban planning …

Advancing Health And Safety Performance On A Large-Scale Infrastructure Water Purification Plant Project, Rajandree Mandy Malindi, John Julian Smallwood

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The Zuikerbosch System 5A Water Purification Plant, launched in August 2025, as Africa’s largest state of the art water purification facility, recorded the achievement as the developer’s first ‘construction work permit’ project completed with zero fatalities. This large-scale project valued at R4.8 billion and designed to deliver 600 Mℓ/day of potable water, included extensive stakeholder participation, multiple contractors, and client appointed construction project managers, designers, quantity surveyors, health and safety (H&S) professionals and asset engineers across diverse disciplines in a highly complex project environment. The paper reviews literature pertaining to project stakeholder H&S involvement in the six project stages. It …

Health And Safety-Led Structural Decision-Making In Urban Regeneration: A Case Study Of A Former Night Club Redevelopment In Northampton, Uk, David Oloke

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Urban regeneration projects in constrained town-centre sites present complex challenges where health and safety (H&S), buildability, cost, and programme must be balanced alongside planning and housing delivery objectives. This paper examines the regeneration of a former night club site in Northampton, UK, which has secured planning permission for a new three-storey residential development comprising 19 flats to address identified local housing needs. The study uses an exploratory case study approach based on planning documents, design review evidence, indicative cost/ programme comparison and H&S criteria. This aided the selection of the adopted structural solution—namely a steel frame with precast concrete floors …

Iso 45003/45001 Integration For Psychosocial And Physical Risk Management In Construction: Worker Safety And Workplace Sustainability, Augusta Nkem

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Purpose: This study examines how psychosocial risk management, guided by ISO 45003, can be effectively integrated within ISO 45001 construction safety management systems to address both psychological and physical dimensions of workplace risk.

Design/methodology/approach: A qualitative thematic synthesis of peer-reviewed literature was conducted, drawing on recent studies, standards, and industry guidance to identify relationships between psychosocial and physical risks, safety climate, and occupational health and safety management systems. The approach follows an integrative review logic to support conceptual development rather than empirical testing.

Findings: The analysis identified three key themes: (1) psychosocial–physical risk interactions operating through cognitive and behavioural mechanisms …

Evaluating Ergonomics Integration In Safety Curriculum Of Civil Engineering Programs In India, Vigneshkumar Chellappa

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Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) represent a persistent and significant challenge within the construction industry, contributing substantially to non-fatal injuries and long-term health issues among workers. Addressing this concern requires a workforce equipped with a robust understanding of ergonomics to implement effective MSD prevention strategies. However, the degree to which ergonomics principles are incorporated into the safety education curricula of civil engineering programs in India remains largely unexplored. This study evaluates the current integration of ergonomics into the safety curriculum of master-level civil engineering programs to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement. A comprehensive curriculum review was conducted across six ranked …

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Peer Review Statement

All papers published in this volume have undergone peer review administered by the Local Organizing Committee in collaboration with the Point Person(s) and/or Coordinator(s) of the relevant CIB Working Commissions or Task Groups. Each submission was evaluated by expert referees in the field of building and construction.

Type of peer review: Double blind

Conference submission management system: Sciencesconf

Number of submissions received: 150

Number of submissions accepted: 78

Acceptance rate: 52%

Average number of reviews per paper: 2.01

Preface: Cib W099/W123 & Icons 2026

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ICONS 2026, the International Conference on Advances in Engineering and Technology for Sustainable Development, provides a broader academic platform for research and innovation in engineering, construction, technology, and sustainable development. Held in conjunction with CIB W099 and W123, ICONS 2026 highlights the importance of connecting technological advancement with human-centred and environmentally responsible development.

The conference theme, “Empowering People, Protecting the Planet, Unlocking Possibilities”, reflects this integrated vision. It emphasizes that sustainable development in the built environment cannot be achieved through engineering solutions alone, but must also protect workers, improve wellbeing, promote decent work, support healthier workplaces, and strengthen the resilience …

Ai-Based Scaffolding Deficiency Detection As A Proactive Construction Safety Intervention: A Conceptual Review Of Methodological Approaches, Adetayo Onososen, Innocent Musonda

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Falls from height and structural collapse associated with scaffolding remain among the most persistent contributors to construction fatalities worldwide, and the problem is sharper still in resource-constrained settings where inspection capacity is thin on the ground. This paper sets out a conceptual outline for an AI-based scaffolding deficiency detection system designed as a proactive safety intervention rather than a post-incident diagnostic. Drawing on a thematic review of computer vision methods applied to scaffolding inspection between 2019 and 2026, the study maps what has been tried, where the evidence converges, and where it still falls short. Four structural deficiency classes grounded …

Social Housing Development In Vietnam's Urban Areas Toward Sustainable Development, Hoa Quynh Ta, Tuyen Dinh Pham

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In Vietnam, the National Housing Development Strategy for the period of 2021 - 2030 with a vision to 2045 has affirmed that social housing is one of the important contents of economic development policy. The situation of social housing development in the past 15 years has shown some initial positive results in building new systems of concepts and awareness on the importance of social housing, the legal framework, in addition to policies for the implementation and development of social housing, as well as the implementation of several social housing programs for specific target groups of people. However, the achievements are …

Ai Agent And Mcp-Based Information Requirement Framework For Building Digital Twins, Ting Lu Chiang, Ruoyu Jin, Weifeng Chen, Lu Gan, Hongying Meng

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In the operational phase of buildings, Digital Twins (DT) is utilized to enhance maintenance quality and optimize energy efficiency. Building Information Modeling (BIM) serves not only as a visualization tool but as a semantic foundation within this framework, enabling dynamic IoT sensor data to be accurately mapped into physical elements. The process of integrating BIM models with IoT and DT for application development is lengthy. This governance dilemma arises from the gap between high-level organizational requirements and underlying technical implementation, or lack of clear, adaptable information requirement definitions and the inclusion of redundant data in BIM deliverables, which increases management …

The Impact Of Climate-Induced Heat Stress On The Health And Safety Of Construction Workers In Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Phumelela Zibiya, Mohlomi Raliile, John Smallwood

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This paper investigates the impact of climate-induced heat stress on the health, safety and physical performance of outdoor construction workers in Gqeberha, South Africa. Rising temperatures associated with climate change have increased workers’ exposure to extreme heat, thereby elevating the risk of heat-related illnesses, reduced productivity and occupational accidents. The study addresses limited region-specific empirical evidence on occupational heat stress in the Eastern Cape. The study adopted a quantitative research approach within a positivist paradigm, employing a cross-sectional survey design. The primary data was collected using structured questionnaires administered to outdoor construction workers on residential, active construction sites in Gqeberha. …

Evaluation Of The Effectiveness Of Ventilation And Air Conditioning Systems On Indoor Air Quality In Commercial Buildings In Viet Nam, Dung Quoc Trinh, Huyen Thi Nguyen, My Thi Tra Pham, Ha Thi Hai Pham, Giang Van Pham

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Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) is one of the most critical criteria for assessing occupants’ health, comfort, and work performance in air-conditioned commercial buildings, particularly under tropical urban conditions such as those in Vietnam. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of ventilation and air-conditioning systems in controlling IAQ and indoor environmental conditions in 15 representative commercial buildings (i.e., hotels, offices, and shopping centers) located in Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City. An integrated research framework was employed, combining Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations, field measurements, questionnaire-based occupant surveys, and data analysis. Relevant standards were adopted as benchmarks to …

Data-Informed Construction Method Selection Considering Carbon Emissions At The Tender Stage: Evidence From A Public Building Project In Vietnam, Huong T. T. Le, Quan T. Nguyen, Luong N. Ho, Quang T. Pham

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Carbon emissions in the construction phase are largely determined by early project decisions, yet they are rarely incorporated as explicit criteria at the tender stage. Instead, emissions are typically assessed after method selection or treated as qualitative compliance indicators, limiting their influence on decision-making. This study proposes a data-informed approach to construction method selection that integrates carbon emissions into tender-stage evaluation using operational data commonly available in bidding documentation. Rather than relying on full life-cycle assessment models, emissions are estimated from machine power, working shifts, and operating time, and incorporated alongside cost and duration in comparing construction alternatives. The approach …

Readiness For Ai And Iot Adoption In Facilities Management: A Bibliometric Literature Review, Trang Thi Nha Nguyen, Nam Phuong Tran, Hoang Van Giang, Viet Hung Nguyen

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The increasing integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) has attracted growing attention in building operations and facilities management (FM), particularly in relation to smart buildings and data-driven operational practices. However, research on readiness for adopting these technologies remains fragmented and underdeveloped. This study aims to map research trends and identify gaps in AI and IoT readiness in smart buildings. A bibliometric analysis was conducted using data from Scopus and the Web of Science database. Science mapping techniques, including keyword co-occurrence, thematic mapping, and trend analysis, were applied to examine the intellectual structure of the field. …

Applications Of Ai For Real-Time Mechanical Behavior Prediction In Deep Excavation Support Systems: A Critical Review, Ngoc-Tuyen Tran, Quang Dung Tran, Hong-Lam Dang, Duc Phi Do

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Progressive deformation in deep urban excavations can trigger catastrophic collapse before conventional monitoring and finite element method (FEM) back-analyses can effectively respond, primarily due to observational and computational latency. This paper presents a PRISMA-adapted review of 20 peer-reviewed studies (2021–2025) investigating artificial intelligence (AI) frameworks for real-time mechanical behavior prediction in deep excavation support systems. Two methodological streams are examined: data-driven models (LSTM, Transformers, ST-GAT) and physics-informed approaches (DeepONet, MS-SDL). By mathematically constraining deep learning within governing partial differential equations, these physics-informed models reduce the Root Mean Square Error (RMSE) of wall deflection predictions by 40–60% relative to standalone three-dimensional …

Urban Landscape Regeneration In Da Nang: A Case Study Of Hung Vuong Street, Giang Thi Huong Nguyen, Nam Ba Mai, Phuong Thi Tran, Huy Cong Quoc Dang, Dat Huynh Tat Le, Tuan Anh Nguyen

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This study evaluates the current conditions and proposes urban landscape regeneration solutions for Hung Vuong Street in Da Nang City, with a focus on pedestrian-oriented development. The street currently faces critical challenges, including deteriorating infrastructure, sidewalk encroachment, and a lack of public amenities, all of which negatively affect the urban experience. The research combines segmented field observations with a sociological survey of 239 valid respondents. Quantitative data were analyzed using SPSS through reliability testing (Cronbach’s Alpha), exploratory factor analysis (EFA), and linear regression models. The results indicate that the factor groups “Satisfaction with traffic, landscape, and sanitation” and “Street space …

Exoskeleton Use In Construction: Systematic Review Of Real-World Implementation, Prosper Gbiengu, Muhammad Khan, Kaushik Bhattacharjee, Chukwuma Nnaji

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Exoskeletons have shown promise for reducing work-related musculoskeletal disorders and improving worker safety in construction, yet evidence on deployment in real construction environments remains fragmented. This study reviews peer-reviewed empirical research on exoskeleton use in active construction settings to examine implementation patterns, barriers, facilitators, and research gaps. Following PRISMA 2020 guidelines, a systematic review was conducted across Web of Science, Scopus Library, and Google Scholar. Studies were included if they reported empirical evidence on active construction environments or realistic near-site simulations involving professional construction workers. After duplicate removal, screening, full-text eligibility assessment, and backward snowballing, 23 studies were included. Evidence …

Artificial Intelligence For Hazard Recognition Training In Construction: An Integrative Review, Van-Yen Ngo, Quan T. Nguyen, Bao-Ngoc Nguyen, Hoai-Nam Le, Quang-Phuong Luu, Van-Hoan Pham, Ngoc-Tuyen Tran, Zeeshan Aziz

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Hazard recognition is a core capability in construction safety, yet conventional training often provides limited exposure to realistic, dynamic risk conditions. This paper presents an integrative review of 67 peer-reviewed studies on artificial intelligence-enabled hazard recognition training in construction. The review examines how immersive simulation, neuro-biometric sensing, mixed reality and AI-driven safety knowledge systems contribute to safety learning. Four research streams are identified: neuro-biometric analysis of hazard perception, adaptive immersive training, mixed-reality support for situational awareness and AI-based safety knowledge engineering. The synthesis indicates a shift from instructional safety training toward adaptive, data-informed learning ecosystems in which behavioural, physiological and …

Analyzing The Drivers Of Organizational Safety Climate (Osc): Deriving Practical Implications From Social Network Analysis (Sna), M. D. Deepak, Aritra Halder

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Workplace safety is fundamental to the successful delivery of construction projects, and the organizational safety climate (OSC) is widely recognized as a key driver of safety performance. A comprehensive understanding of safety climate requires examining the dynamic interactions among OSC drivers that shape employees' perceptions and behaviors. Accordingly, this study investigates the interaction effects among OSC drivers using a social network analysis (SNA) approach. These drivers were identified through an extensive literature review, and expert opinions were collected through a network survey. The resulting data were analyzed using SNA to examine interactions among the OSC drivers. The analysis revealed that …

Well-Being Of Women In Construction: Examining Demographic Differences In A Male-Dominated Industry, Prakriti Pokhrel, Xiaohua Jin, Robert Osei-Kyei, Ali Al-Ashwal

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Women remain a minority in the construction workforce, and those who are working often face gendered challenges that may affect their well-being. Understanding how demographic factors shape well-being is important for improving retention and work experiences, particularly in developing contexts where organisational support systems are limited. This study examines how marital status, motherhood, educational qualification, and work arrangement influence life well-being, workplace well-being, and psychological well-being among white-collar women in Nepal’s construction industry. Data were collected from 153 professionals using a validated eighteen-item well-being scale. Independent-samples t-tests and a one-way ANOVA were used to compare well-being scores across demographic groups. …

(Re)Shaping The Path Of Rural Tourism In Central Vietnam: When Traditionalism As A Driver For Architectural Multiformity, Tung Minh Tran, Chau Thi Bao Huynh

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Rural tourism in Central Vietnam faces tension between infrastructure modernization and the preservation of vernacular architectural identity. This paper examines the (re)configuration of rural tourism by conceptualizing traditionalism as a driver for architectural multiformity rather than a static constraint. Through a multiple-case study of six representative villages and 23 semi-structured interviews with local stakeholders, the study identifies (neo-)vernacular practices and strategies for integrating local materials into contemporary hospitality typologies. Findings demonstrate that a tradition-centric approach supports hybrid morphologies that balance heritage conservation with economic needs. The paper concludes that traditionalism provides a resilient framework for shaping sustainable, locally grounded tourism …

Conceptual Framework For Integrating Ergonomics Into Health And Safety Management Practices In Nigerian Construction Firms, Abdulhafeez Ibrahim, Abubakar Dardau Abdulazeez, Tasiu Mustapha, Ikemefuna Mbamali, Mustapha Abdulrazaq

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Traditional safety approaches that focus solely on accident prevention have failed to address the significant burden of work-related illnesses and musculoskeletal disorders affecting construction workers. Ergonomic interventions are known to improve worker health, safety, and performance, but their systematic integration into construction health and safety management systems remains limited, particularly in developing-country contexts. Existing frameworks provide useful insights, but many are generic, limited to the design phase, or insufficiently attentive to implementation, stakeholder coordination, and long-term sustainability in project-based construction environments. This paper addresses a gap in construction ergonomics research by focusing on the organisational processes through which ergonomics becomes …

Net-Zero Construction And Decent Work: Skills Transition Challenges In The Construction Workforce, Dinh-Phong Nguyen, Duy Anh Bui, Quan T. Nguyen, Van-Truong Dinh, Viet-Huong Nguyen, Hoang-Mai Dang

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The transition towards net-zero construction is transforming not only the technologies used in the built environment but also the capabilities and working conditions of the construction workforce. While existing research has largely focused on engineering solutions for reducing carbon emissions, comparatively limited attention has been paid to the labour implications of this transition. This paper addresses this gap by examining how sustainability transitions reshape workforce competencies, labour market dynamics, and decent work conditions in the construction sector. Adopting an integrative literature review approach, the study analyses 63 academic publications and policy reports related to sustainable construction, workforce development, and green …

Identifying Risks In Social Housing Construction Investment Projects In Hanoi, Vietnam, Thuy Thi Nguyen, Linh Dieu Pham, Anh Thi Ngoc Tran

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As of 2025, Hanoi’s population exceeded 8.7 million, representing approximately 8.59% of the national population. The city’s urbanization rate increased from 36.8% in 1999 to 41.0% in 2009 and 49.2% in 2019, and is projected to reach approximately 63% by 2025 and nearly 70% by 2035. Rapid population growth coupled with accelerated urbanization has placed substantial pressure on urban housing systems. In response, social housing construction projects have become a crucial policy instrument for addressing the escalating demand for affordable housing. However, these projects are inherently exposed to risks throughout the construction investment processing. This paper aims to identify and …

Linking Project Information Management To Construction Project Success In Digitalised Environments, Quang-Phuong Luu, Quan T. Nguyen, Eric Lou

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The increasing digitalisation of construction projects has transformed how information is produced, stored, and exchanged. Yet despite widespread adoption of digital platforms and standards, many projects continue to experience coordination failures, safety issues, and weak organisational learning, suggesting that information availability alone does not guarantee improved outcomes. This paper examines how Project Information Management (PrIM) influences project success in digitalised environments, moving beyond traditional delivery-focused criteria. Using a structured literature-based synthesis of 27 journal articles combined with a mechanism mapping approach, it develops a mechanism-based explanation of how PrIM bridges digital infrastructure and project success through organisational processes. The analysis …

Edge Ai For Real-Time Recyclable Waste Sorting In Viet Nam: A Practical Approach For Smart And Sustainable Cities, Tam Thanh Luong, Hop Quang Do, Anh Tien Nguyen, Khanh Bao Trinh, Dat Quoc Trieu, Giang Minh Hoang, Thang Nam Hoang

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In Viet Nam, recyclable municipal solid waste is often inadequately sorted and disposed of. While computer vision offers automatic sorting solutions, few studies address real-world deployment constraints on resource-limited edge devices. This research develops and evaluates an optimized edge AI framework for real-time waste classification. To better reflect practical sorting conditions, a dataset of 21,329 images was constructed, combining 15,158 internet images with 6,171 highly contaminated waste images captured in Hanoi, Viet Nam. The validation and test sets capture image variations in object shape, size, occlusion, and illumination. To enable deployment on the NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano, the system uses …

A Systematic Review Of Llm–Based Question Answering For Construction Site Safety, Minh Hieu Nguyen, Thuy-Duong T. Tran, Quang-Vu Phung, Quan T. Nguyen, Po-Han Chen, Bao-Ngoc Nguyen

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Large language models (LLMs) are increasingly proposed for construction-site safety question answering, yet the evidence base remains small, recent, and methodologically mixed. This review synthesises 17 studies identified through a PRISMA-guided search of Scopus and Web of Science, supplemented by backward snowballing and structured quality appraisal. Unlike broader surveys of artificial intelligence in construction, the paper focuses on how LLM-based safety QA systems are adapted for reliability in high-stakes site contexts. The corpus is organised into three intervention layers: prompt and interaction design, retrieval and knowledge grounding, and model-level architectural adaptation. Prompt-based approaches are accessible and common, but remain constrained …