Call for Abstracts
Calling all Building Physics Researchers & Professionals
The International Building Physics Conference 2027 organising team invites researchers and professionals to submit abstracts reporting state-of-the-art developments on the science and practice of building physics.
We are now only accepting submissions for poster presentations, the opportunity to submit an abstract for consideration as an oral presentation has now closed.
Important: For authors with accepted abstracts, please refer to your acceptance email for the updated link to the paper submission portal. This portal is different to the one you would have submitted your original abstract through. If you need assistance, please contact us at ibpc2027@confer.co.nz.
Key Dates
Author Acceptance Notification
Paper Submission Deadline
Extended to 23 October 2026
Presenter Registration Deadline
11 December 2026
Paper Guidelines
Format of Paper Submission
Please submit your paper, formatted using the required paper template, no later than Friday 23 October 2026. Final confirmation of your presentation type will will be dependent upon peer review of the full paper that you submit. Please ensure that your paper meets all the requirements before submitting and that all co-authors have reviewed and approved the paper.
We welcome papers that are up to eight pages long. We encourage papers to be concise but thorough. Timely submission of your paper by the submission deadline is important as we have limited time to undertake the peer review and to finalise the conference proceedings. Your prompt and punctual submission is greatly appreciated.
You will be advised of your allocation of presentation type once your paper has been submitted and undergone peer review.
How to Submit
All submission options, templates and instructions are available through the IBPC 2027 submission portal:
- Download the FULL Paper Template if you are submitting a Full Paper.
- Refer to the Springer Technical Instructions before preparing your Full Paper – refer to the ‘Information for Authors’ section
- Access the Submission Portal linked in your acceptance email.
- Click ‘Continue Submission’ at the top of the page.
- Click ‘View’ next to your abstract to review any comments provided by the reviewers.
- Select the appropriate submission option and follow the instructions provided in the portal.
- Upload your submission using the required file format and template.
If you are submitting an Extended Abstract, please use the Extended Abstract Template and follow the instructions provided in the submission portal.
Proceedings
The conference proceedings will be published by Springer Nature as in the Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering (LNCE) book series (https://link.springer.com/series/15087) and will be submitted for indexing in Scopus, EI Compendex and other relevant databases after publication.
If your preference is to present a Lightning Talk Short, Poster, Workshop or Case Study you are encouraged to submit a Full Paper to be included in the proceedings or you have the option to submit an Extended Abstract. The extended abstract will NOT be included in the proceedings published by Springer Nature but will be made available to conference attendees.
After the conference, extended full papers will be included in special issues of prestigious journals, among which Journal of Building Engineering (Elsevier), Building and Environment (Elsevier), and Journal of Building Physics (Sage).
Themes
Abstract themes need to be related to building physics but preference will be given to topics that complement the theme by providing new insights into:
Building Envelope
Exploration of heat, air & moisture transfer
Examples:
- Hygrothermal performance
- Managing moisture risks
- Airtightness and ventilation
Energy Efficiency & Building Performance
Review of the latest research and industry advances for new builds and retrofits
Examples:
- Performance gap between reality & modelling
- High performance buildings
- Industry skills and training
Indoor Air / Environmental Quality
Discussion of factors influencing occupant health and well-being
Examples:
- Pollutants and materials emissions
- Acoustics
- Occupant comfort
Climate and Outdoor Environment
Examples:
- Urban physics
- Urban energy systems
- Wind-driven rain and other boundary conditions
Human Factors & Occupant Behaviour
How do we integrate technical performance with occupant experience?
Examples:
- Impact of behaviour on building performance
- Human-centred design
- Adaptive design
Advanced Materials and Technologies
Spotlight on innovation by and for industry to create highly efficient, comfortable and sustainable buildings
Examples:
- Smart materials & systems
- Holistic design
- Automation, AI, modelling & simulation
Emerging Issues
Focus on topics that are becoming increasingly important to address
Examples:
- Climate-responsive design & resilience strategies
- Sustainability & circular economy
- Holistic design
Abstract Guidelines
Format of Abstract Submission
- Abstracts to be submitted in English
- Abstract Submissions should be no more than 250 words
- The Conference Committee reserves the right to determine the final presentation format based on the outcome of the abstract review process, but you will have the option to select your preferred format from the below upon submission:
- Standard Presentation 15 min (incl Q&A) session with content focused on the relevant theme
- Student Presentation 15 min (incl Q&A) session with content focused on the relevant theme delivered by a current undergraduate or postgraduate student focused on their academic work
- Lightning Talk Short (5 mins) session conveying a concise single message
- Poster A brief, visually organised summary of research
- Workshop (30 – 60 mins) Interactive session to support collaboration where attendees actively participate in the session
- Case Study (15 mins) Presentation of a real-world project, problem or application to illustrate theory into practice
Although it’s the same time as a presentation, acknowledging ‘case study’ at the point of submission helps the scientific committee balance overall submissions and the programme.
- You will be required to enter in the author/co-authors and affiliations separately during the submission process
- You will be required to enter a bio/career history for the Presenting Author/s (max. 150 words each)
- If you are submitting on behalf of the Presenter/s, please have their email address/s ready to include in the submission
- By submitting an abstract/paper, authors consent to allow the IBPC 2027 Conference Committee and BRANZ to publish on the conference or association website
When selecting a corresponding author, please ensure that this person will have continued access to their chosen email address up to, and after the conference. In the case of student submissions, where the student may be completing their studies in the near future, it may be prudent for the student’s supervisor to act as corresponding author.
Important: Once you have completed your submission, you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this confirmation email, we have NOT received your submission. Please remember to check your spam/junk folders and contact the conference organisers should you need assistance at ibpc2027@confer.co.nz.
General Information
Review and Notification to Authors
All completed abstract submissions will be reviewed. Authors will be notified by 11 September 2026 regarding acceptance of their abstract. If your abstract submission is accepted, you will be required to submit a Full Paper by 11 September 2026 16 October 2026.
Registration
All presenters are required to register and pay the conference registration fee in order to be included in the programme and to present in person at the event. Registration and payment of registration fee by presenters of accepted papers must be completed by no later than 11 December 2026.
Publication
By submitting an abstract, authors agree to the publication of chosen abstracts and full abstracts on the conference mobile app and conference proceedings or similar by the IBPC Conference 2027.
Presentation Materials
Authors will have the opportunity to share their presentation slides or related materials for distribution to delegates following the event.
Presentation Format
The Conference Committee reserves the right to determine the final presentation format based on the outcome of the abstract review process.
Use of AI
It is permitted to use of AI tools and technologies to enhance the language and grammar of papers for this conference. This includes, but is not limited to, AI-powered proofreading and editing tools to improve the quality of written content.
Authors must disclose their use of AI in preparing their papers during the submission process. Any unethical use of AI, such as plagiarizing content or misrepresenting AI-generated contributions as original work, is strictly prohibited.