Aquatecture, a pioneering and transformative concept within the realm of architectural innovation, encapsulates the fusion of architectural design with aquatic environments, reshaping the traditional boundaries of human habitation. In this paradigm, structures seamlessly integrate with water, whether they are built upon it, within it, or designed to dynamically respond to its fluctuations. Aquatecture's multifaceted approach encompasses floating cities, amphibious dwellings, and submerged structures, each catering to the diverse demands of a world increasingly affected by climate change and rising sea levels. This visionary discipline leverages cutting-edge technologies and sustainable materials, fostering a harmonious coexistence between human society and aquatic ecosystems. Through modular and adaptable construction, aquatecture showcases its resilience in the face of environmental challenges, promoting eco-friendly solutions and mitigating the impact of urbanization on terrestrial landscapes. Embracing innovative engineering, aquatectural marvels boast intricate systems for water management, harnessing natural forces for energy generation and utilizing biomimicry to inspire design solutions. As an interdisciplinary field, aquatecture integrates expertise from architecture, marine biology, environmental science, and engineering, fostering a collaborative ethos essential for addressing the complex and dynamic relationships between humans and water. A testament to the potential of sustainable urban development, aquatecture emerges as a beacon of creativity, resilience, and ecological consciousness, offering a visionary blueprint for the future where the built environment harmonizes with the fluidity of aquatic ecosystems, ushering in an era of cohabitation and balance between land and water.
Title : Application of Artificial Intelligence and NISAR satellite to study the air sea CO2 exchange and aquatic toxicology to develop ‘Aquatic Pollution Remediation Technologies’(PART)
Virendra Kumar Goswami, Indian Institute of Technology, India
Title : Conditionally pathogenic microparasites (Microsporidia and Myxosporea) of mullet fish potential objects of mariculture in the Black and Azov Seas
Violetta M Yurakhno, A. O. Kovalevsky Institute of Biology of the Southern Seas of Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
Title : New approaches to assessing and managing the multispecies fishery in the Gulf of Thailand
Pavarot Noranarttragoon, Department of Fisheries, Thailand
Title : Integrating art, science and rural development: The multifaced role of aquarium keeping
T V Anna Mercy, Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies, India
Title : Seaweed aquaculture policy gap analyses in Indonesia, Kenya, and Tanzania
Megan Considine, The Nature Conservancy, Puerto Rico
Title : Utilizing art to enhance learning STEM subjects required for aquaculture
J L Giovanna Hesley, Education Emerita, CropKing Inc., United States