Best Paper Award
Faisal Almubarak
King Saud University, Saudi Arabia
| Faisal Almubarak |
| Affiliation |
King Saud University |
| Country |
Saudi Arabia |
| Scopus ID |
6506045991 |
| Documents |
1 |
| Citations |
103 |
| h-index |
1 |
| Subject Area |
Decision Sciences |
| Event |
International Research Excellence Awards – Book of Award |
The Best Paper Award recognizes scholarly publications that demonstrate meaningful contributions to academic knowledge, policy development, and applied research. Faisal Almubarak is associated with research examining urban development dynamics in Saudi Arabia, particularly the relationship between planning policies and residential suburbanization in Riyadh. His work has attracted scholarly attention through citations and has contributed to discussions surrounding urban growth management, land-use planning, and sustainable metropolitan expansion.[1]
Abstract
This article highlights the academic profile of Faisal Almubarak in connection with his research on urban growth boundaries and residential suburbanization in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The study investigated how planning policies influence urban expansion patterns and residential development trends. Through analysis of metropolitan growth dynamics, the work contributed to understanding urban planning challenges within rapidly developing cities and offered insights relevant to sustainable development strategies.[2]
Keywords
Urban Growth Boundary, Residential Suburbanization, Riyadh, Urban Planning, Land Use Policy, Metropolitan Development, Sustainable Cities, Decision Sciences.
Introduction
Urbanization remains a major topic within planning and policy research. Saudi Arabia has experienced significant metropolitan expansion over recent decades, making the study of urban growth management particularly important. Research addressing residential suburbanization provides valuable evidence regarding demographic shifts, infrastructure demands, and long-term planning priorities.[3]
Research Profile
Faisal Almubarak is associated with research focused on urban development and planning issues in Saudi Arabia. His Scopus-authorized publication record includes scholarly work addressing growth boundary policies and suburban residential expansion. The publication is indexed within international academic databases and has received citation recognition from subsequent studies examining urban planning and regional development.[1]
Research Contributions
- Examined the effectiveness of urban growth boundary policies.
- Analyzed residential suburbanization patterns in Riyadh.
- Contributed evidence supporting sustainable urban planning.
- Provided insights into metropolitan land-use management.
Publications
The principal publication associated with this recognition is:
- Mubarak, F.A. (2004). Urban growth boundary policy and residential suburbanization: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Habitat International.
Research Impact
The publication has accumulated over one hundred citations, indicating continuing scholarly engagement with its findings. Citation activity suggests that the study remains relevant to researchers investigating urban growth management, suburban development, and regional planning frameworks. Its contribution lies in documenting planning outcomes within a rapidly urbanizing Middle Eastern context.[4]
Award Suitability
Faisal Almubarak’s scholarly work demonstrates characteristics commonly associated with Best Paper Award recognition, including academic relevance, measurable citation impact, methodological contribution, and continuing influence within urban planning literature. The study provides a focused examination of policy-driven urban development and contributes knowledge useful to researchers, planners, and policymakers.[5]
Conclusion
The academic record of Faisal Almubarak reflects a meaningful contribution to the study of urban planning and suburbanization in Saudi Arabia. Through a widely cited publication addressing growth boundary policies in Riyadh, he has contributed to scholarly discussions concerning sustainable urban development and metropolitan planning strategies. These accomplishments support recognition within the International Research Excellence Awards – Book of Award program.
External Links
References
- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Faisal Almubarak, Author ID 6506045991. Scopus.
https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=6506045991
- Mubarak, F.A. (2004). Urban growth boundary policy and residential suburbanization: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Habitat International.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.habitatint.2003.10.010
- Habitat International Editorial Records. Urban planning and metropolitan development studies.
- Citation metrics associated with urban development and planning literature indexed by Scopus.
- International Research Excellence Awards – Book of Award. Award evaluation framework and academic recognition criteria.
bookofaward.com
- DOI Foundation. Persistent scholarly identifier information for published research.