Christian Inard

Christian Inard is a Professor and Vice-President of Research at the University of La Rochelle, where he also serves as Deputy Director of the Institute for Research in Urban Sciences and Technology (IRSTV). His research centers on thermo-aeraulics, urban micro-climate dynamics, and sustainable building design, with a focus on energy efficiency and climate resilience. He leads interdisciplinary projects integrating data-driven modeling and simulation tools to optimize building performance and urban sustainability.

His core research interests include:

• Building thermo-aeraulics: Modeling heat/airflow interactions and ventilation systems.
• Urban micro-climate: Studying localized climate impacts and mitigation strategies.
• Energy-efficient design: Developing passive cooling techniques and renewable integration.
• Indoor environmental quality: Analyzing thermal comfort and air quality in buildings.
• Computational methods: Creating metamodels and multi-agent simulations for urban energy systems.

Recent publications (2019–2024) demonstrate a strong emphasis on climate adaptation, data-driven control systems, and district-scale energy solutions. Key trends include metamodeling for building thermal behavior, optimization of renewable energy systems, human-centric comfort frameworks, and resilience strategies for urban heat stress. His work consistently bridges computational innovation with practical applications in sustainable architecture.

As Deputy Director of IRSTV, he coordinates interdisciplinary research on urban systems. He leads the E2-BVD research team, focusing on experimental and computational approaches to building and environmental performance. His collaborations span urban data platforms, climate resilience projects, and international consortia addressing energy transitions.