2026 International Conference on Geotechnical Engineering and Underground Space (GEUS 2026) will bring together leading researchers, engineers and scientists in the domain of interest from around the world.
Authors are invited to submit original research papers, technical reports, and case studies related tounderground geotechnical engineering and space applications. Submissions should emphasize geomechanical analysis,underground space design, support systems, risk assessment, engineering safety, and digital/AI-assisted monitoring, reflecting practical challenges and solutions in real-world underground projects. Topics may covertunnels, metro systems, deep foundations, slopes, underground energy/storage facilities, and innovative digital technologies. All submissions will undergo a peer-review process to ensure quality and relevance to geotechnical engineering and underground space applications.
The topics of interest for submission include, but are not limited to:
◕ Underground Space Design and Engineering Applications
Underground space design and geotechnical analysis
Multi-level underground structure planning
Tunnel and metro planning and engineering
Rock and soil behavior in underground engineering
Ground improvement and reinforcement
Support systems and excavation analysis in geotechnical context
Risk assessment and engineering safety in underground geotechnical projects
Lifecycle management of underground structures
Underground energy and storage facilities
Case studies of complex underground geotechnical projects
◕ Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Techniques
Deep foundation design and engineering
Slope stability and stabilization techniques
Excavation and support analysis in geotechnical projects
Rock and soil mechanics for underground engineering
Ground improvement and reinforcement methods
Innovative engineering techniques for underground geotechnical projects
Geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring
Engineering safety and risk management in geotechnical projects
Case studies of complex geotechnical projects
Interaction between underground structures and surrounding soils/rocks
◕ Digital Technologies and Smart Geotechnical Systems
Digital twins for underground geotechnical projects
AI-assisted geotechnical design and analysis
BIM/CIM applications in underground geotechnical projects
Real-time geotechnical monitoring systems
Smart sensors and instrumentation for underground engineering
Numerical modeling and simulation for underground geotechnical projects
Big data analytics for geotechnical applications
Automation in underground geotechnical projects
Integrated digital solutions for underground project management
Risk prediction and decision support for geotechnical projects