About
Gustaaf Roels is a Professor and Department Chair at the Department of Civil Engineering, KU Leuven, specializing in Building Physics and Sustainable Design. He leads the Building Physics Subdivision and contributes to the KIES – KU Leuven Institute for Energy and Society.
- Research focus on hygrothermal behavior of building materials
- Key projects: IMPACT, Building Climate Neutral, HAM model validation
- Active in international collaboration (e.g., IBPC 2024)
His research explores porous building materials, heat-air-moisture transport, and non-intrusive diagnostics for energy-efficient retrofits. Recent work emphasizes uncertainty quantification in simulations and forensic analysis of building pathologies.
Publications highlight advancements in HAM model validation (2024-2025), district heating demand modeling, and climate-resilient insulation strategies. Collaborative efforts span institutions like Loughborough University.
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