Road Safety in Pakistan: Leveraging Smart Technologies and Policy Interventions for Safer Roads
Conference Overview
Conference Date : April 9, 2025 from 9 am to 4 pm
Venue : School of Sociology,Quaid-i-Azam University Islamabad
The Road Safety in Pakistan Conference aims to bring together researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and industry experts to explore the current state of road safety in Pakistan and to discuss innovative approaches for improving it. The conference will focus on the integration of smart technologies, data-driven strategies, and effective policy interventions to address the challenges of road safety in Pakistan. Participants will have the opportunity to present their research, share insights, and collaborate on developing actionable solutions to enhance road safety.
We invite researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to submit papers that contribute to the understanding and improvement of road safety in Pakistan. Submissions should align with the themes outlined below and present original research, case studies, policy analyses, or reviews of best practices.
Key Themes:
- Current Road Safety Challenges in Pakistan:
- Analysis of road traffic accidents and their causes
- Vulnerable road users: pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists
- Urban vs. rural road safety issues
- Socioeconomic factors influencing road safety
- Smart Technologies for Road Safety:
- The role of intelligent transportation systems (ITS)
- Application of AI and machine learning in traffic management
- Use of sensors, IoT, and big data for enhancing road safety
- Autonomous and connected vehicles: Opportunities and challenges
- Policy Interventions and Governance:
- Evaluation of current road safety policies in Pakistan
- Effective policy frameworks for reducing road traffic accidents
- Role of law enforcement and regulatory bodies in road safety
- Public awareness campaigns and community engagement
- Infrastructure and Urban Planning:
- Designing safer roads and intersections
- Role of urban planning in enhancing road safety
- Road safety audits and assessments
- Impact of road infrastructure on traffic behavior
- Behavioral Approaches to Road Safety:
- Human factors and road user behavior
- Impact of driver education and training programs
- Addressing risky behaviors: Speeding, distracted driving, and impaired driving
- Strategies for promoting a culture of road safety
- Data-Driven Approaches:
- Collection and analysis of road safety data
- Predictive analytics for accident prevention
- Monitoring and evaluation of road safety interventions
- Role of GIS and spatial analysis in road safety
- Innovative Solutions and Case Studies:
- Successful road safety initiatives from around the world
- Innovative technologies and strategies for road safety
- Case studies on road safety improvements in Pakistan
- Lessons learned from implementing road safety programs
Submission Guide
Abstract Submission
The abstract should provide a concise and concrete summary of the research conducted, the conclusion reached and the potential implications of the conclusions. The abstract should have the following:
- The abstract may consist of a single paragraph with maximum 150 words with correct grammar and appropriate terminology.
- It is recommended not to use abbreviations, footnotes, references or mathematical equations.
- Feature the novelty in your work.
- It may constitute 3-5 keywords or phrases that describe the research, with clearly defined abbreviations that may help the readers to find the basic theme of the research. Use of 4-5 keywords in your article can make it more reliable and understandable and will boost a broader readership for the article.
Complete Article Submission
General Information
- All submissions should be done at gcf744@gmail.com
- The submitted work must be original and unpublished.
- Your submission will authorize GCF-744 to screen it for plagiarism and use of AI.
- The prescribed length for full paper ranges 4 to 5 page inclusive of complete text, tables, figures and references. Use of prescribed length for comprehensive expression will be highly appreciated.
- Please use the GCF-744 Paper Template (Word) for formal preparation of your paper.
Corresponding Author
- Every paper submitted for the conference must have a designated corresponding author assigned for communication.
- The corresponding author will be responsible for all activities related to the paper submission.
- The corresponding author will be considered the assigned manager of the paper and should have the authority to interact and communicate on behalf of all other authors.
Guidelines for Oral Presentation
- Language of presentation should be English only.
- It is required that all authors use the electronic presentations, the presentation files must be in Windows-compatible PowerPoint (ppt or pptx). Users of other versions should ensure that their presentation may run smoothly, showcasing all features in their specific operating system.
- Every presenter will be given 10 minuets in total that will be 5 minutes for presentation and 5 minutes for the question / answer. Plan your presentation accordingly and adhere strictly to the time limits.
- All presentation files must be e-mailed well in time prior to the start of the session. It is highly appreciable if you check the functionality of your sent files before time.
- Any specific instructions or requirements will be announced or will be send in a separate e-mail to the author.
Submission Deadlines
- Abstract Submission Deadline: November 15, 2024
- Full Paper Submission Deadline: Februray 15, 2025
- Notification of Acceptance: March 10, 2025
- Submission Format: Follow APA 6th edition
Please submit your abstracts (150 words) and papers via gcf744@gmail.com. All submissions will be peer-reviewed, and accepted papers will be published in the conference proceedings.
Contact Information:
For any inquiries, please contact Muhammad Zaman at gcf744@gmail.com or +92 51 90642040. We look forward to your contributions and participation in this important conference aimed at making Pakistan’s roads safer for all.