Innovative Performance-Based Risk Assessment and Bio-Composite Applications for Disaster-Resilient Structures

Dear Colleagues,

The increasing frequency and intensity of natural hazards have underscored the need for more resilient and sustainable building solutions. This Special Issue aims to gather original research and review papers focused on performance-based risk assessment methodologies for building structures that are subjected to various types of hazards, including seismic events, windstorms, floods, and fire. Emphasis is placed on analytical, numerical, and experimental approaches that quantify structural vulnerability and inform design or retrofit strategies. In parallel, the integration of bio-composite materials is gaining attention as a sustainable alternative for enhancing structural performance and reducing environmental impact. This Special Issue also welcomes contributions exploring the mechanical properties, durability, and application potential of bio-based materials in disaster risk mitigation.

We invite researchers and practitioners to submit high-quality contributions that advance the state of the art in both structural risk assessment and the innovative use of bio-composite materials.  Interdisciplinary approaches and case studies are particularly encouraged.

Dr. Nicola Chieffo
Dr. Cigdem Avci-Karatas
Dr. Elisa Bertolesi
Guest Editors

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