Institute for Disaster Management and Reconstruction (IDMR) at Sichuan University is glad to announce a forthcoming Special Issue in the esteemed Journal Progress in Disaster Science, titled “Post-Disaster Recovery and Resilience in China Following Mega Disasters.”
This Special Issue seeks to critically examine China’s extensive and evolving experience in responding to and recovering from large-scale disasters, such as the 2008 Wenchuan Earthquake and the 2010 Zhouqu Debris Flow. Guest-edited by Prof. Di Baofeng, Dean of IDMR, along with a distinguished panel of scholars and researchers, this issue aims to synthesize evidence-based research on disaster recovery, reconstruction, rehabilitation, and resilience-building interventions.
We invite original research papers that explore:
· Long-term impacts and effectiveness of post-disaster programs
· Governance models, technological applications, and community engagement
· Socio-economic outcomes and resilience strategies
· Lessons learned and transferable best practices for high-risk regions globally
This is a unique opportunity for you to contribute to a high-impact publication that bridges scientific research with practical disaster risk reduction and policy development. The Special Issue welcomes submissions from faculty, researchers, graduate students, and practitioners within and beyond IDMR.
Guest Editors:
1. Prof. Di Baofeng – IDMR - Sichuan University, China
2. Prof. Milan Konecny – Masaryk University, Czech Republic/Shenzhen University, China
3. Prof. Xu Chong – National Institute of Natural Hazards, Ministry of Emergency Management, China
4. Dr. Joseph Balikuddembe Kimuli – IDMR - Sichuan University, China
5. Dr. Andreas Nienkötter – IDMR - Sichuan University, China
Submission Deadline: March 31, 2026
For more details and to submit your manuscript, visit: https://www.sciencedirect.com/special-issue/328904/post-disaster-recovery-and-resilience-in-china-following-mega-disasters
Join us in advancing the global discourse on disaster recovery and resilience. Your research can help shape future policies and practices in disaster-prone regions worldwide.
