Bulletin of Engineering and Society (BES) is committed to publishing impactful research that demonstrates the practical application of engineering solutions in addressing societal needs and community challenges. The journal emphasizes Community-Centered Engineering, Applied Technology for Social Impact, and Engineering Product Development for Society. BES seeks original contributions that showcase how engineering knowledge translates into tangible benefits for communities and society at large:
- Community Infrastructure and Development: Water supply systems, sanitation solutions, rural electrification projects, community-scale renewable energy installations, waste management systems, accessible infrastructure design, disaster-resilient construction, affordable housing technologies.
- Agricultural and Food Security Engineering: Irrigation systems, post-harvest technology, food processing equipment, agricultural machinery adaptation, aquaculture systems, precision farming tools, sustainable farming technologies, food preservation methods, rural transportation solutions.
- Healthcare and Assistive Technology: Medical device prototypes, rehabilitation equipment, assistive technologies for disabilities, community health monitoring systems, mobile health solutions, prosthetics and orthotics, telemedicine infrastructure, public health engineering applications.
- Environmental and Sustainability Solutions: Pollution control systems, environmental monitoring devices, waste-to-energy technologies, water purification systems, air quality improvement solutions, ecosystem restoration technologies, carbon footprint reduction implementations, circular economy applications.
- Educational and Digital Inclusion Technologies: Educational technology tools, digital literacy solutions, community learning platforms, remote learning infrastructure, maker spaces and fab labs, STEM education kits, vocational training equipment, digital divide solutions.
- Economic Empowerment and Entrepreneurship: Small-scale manufacturing systems, microenterprise technology solutions, cottage industry equipment, cooperative technology platforms, financial inclusion technologies, supply chain solutions for small businesses, quality control systems for local products.
- Disaster Management and Resilience: Early warning systems, emergency communication networks, rapid deployment technologies, community preparedness tools, disaster recovery equipment, resilient infrastructure solutions, risk assessment technologies, emergency shelter systems.