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Minimal adaptive conservation for saving urban memory in conflict areas: Gaza, Palestine Cover

Minimal adaptive conservation for saving urban memory in conflict areas: Gaza, Palestine

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|Mar 2026

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Language: English
Page range: 12 - 20
Submitted on: Oct 7, 2026
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Accepted on: Feb 23, 2026
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Published on: Mar 21, 2026
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: 4 issues per year

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