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Adegun, O B (2023) Climatic disasters within a flood-prone coastal slum in Lagos: coping capacities and adaptation prospects. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 14(02), 212-28.

Balamir, M (2023) The “disaster cycle” (DC) and actors in disaster management. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 14(02), 185-92.

Hallal, I and Sahnoune, T (2023) Urban mix in housing neighbourhoods: challenges, evaluation method and diagnosis of Ayouf in Jijel, Algeria. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 14(02), 229-48.

Moradpour, N, Pourahmad, A, Hataminejad, H, Ziari, K and Sharifi, A (2023) An overview of the state of urban resilience in Iran. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 14(02), 154-84.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: cities; climate change; Iran; systematic review; urban resilience
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  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/IJDRBE-01-2022-0001
  • Abstract:
    Purpose: In Iran, the frequent occurrence of disasters has always been a major problem. In recent decades, disasters have created considerable challenges, especially in cities. Hence, understanding the levels of urban resilience (UR) and planning for addressing vulnerabilities plays a key role in the era of increasing risks and uncertainties. The present study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the state of resilience of Iranian cities. Design/methodology/approach: A systematic literature review method was used to determine how resilient Iranian cities are. To find relevant studies, the authors searched Iranian and international databases such as Scopus, ScienceDirect, SID and Magiran. There was no restriction on the inclusion date, meaning that all papers published up until September 16, 2021 were considered for inclusion. The PRISMA framework was used for literature search and selection and, finally, 153 studies focused on 52 cities of Iran were selected for the systematic review. Findings: In general, the results showed that the level of resilience was low in Iranian cities. Also, informal settlements, worn-out urban fabrics and the central parts of cities showed lower resilience than other parts. Originality/value: The results of the study can be used to inform municipal authorities, urban planners and non-governmental organizations of the actions that need to be taken to enhance the resilience of Iranian cities. © 2022, Emerald Publishing Limited.

Sadeghi, J, Oghabi, M, Sarvari, H, Sabeti, M S, Kashefi, H, Chan, D W M and Lotfata, A (2023) A hybrid risk assessment approach for assessing the earthquake risks in worn-out urban fabrics: a case study in Iran. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 14(02), 193-211.

Safougne Djomekui, B L and Yemmafouo, A (2023) Population resilience to flooding in the urbanised mangrove of Douala, Cameroon. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 14(02), 135-53.