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• Parametric Design
• Environmental Simulation
• Building Energy Performance
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Dr. Ahmad Eltaweel is a faculty member at Edinburgh Napier University's School of Computing Engineering and the Built Environment, specializing in architectural engineering and building technology. With over a decade of teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, he actively mentors PhD students and contributes to academic research in sustainable building design. His educational background includes a BSc in Architectural Engineering (2000-2005), an MSc in Architectural Design (2007-2011), and a PhD in Building Technology from the University of Nottingham (2015-2020). His doctoral research focused on developing a responsive daylighting louver system based on parametric design for energy saving, which demonstrated potential to save up to 90% of electrical lighting energy while maintaining visual comfort standards. Dr. Eltaweel's research centers on parametric design applications for optimizing building performance, with particular emphasis on daylighting analysis, thermal comfort, and energy efficiency. His expertise spans 3D modeling and environmental simulation using advanced software including Rhino/Grasshopper, EnergyPlus, Radiance, and DAYSIM. His work bridges theoretical research with practical applications, having designed and modeled over 100 buildings across various typologies including residential, educational, commercial, and institutional structures. His publication record shows a clear trajectory focusing on innovative daylighting systems, with recent work expanding into refugee shelter design and sustainable building materials. The research demonstrates consistent application of parametric design principles to solve complex environmental performance challenges in diverse building types and geographical contexts. Starter Grant Fund (2022-2023) for Daylighting Louver System project - An automated louver system responding parametrically to sun movement to improve daylight in deep-plan rooms As an educator, Dr. Eltaweel teaches Building Technology, Environmental Software, Digital Architecture, Building Energy Performance, and Architectural Design. His PhD supervision focuses on Parametric Design, Building Energy Performance, and Environmental Simulation. He is affiliated with the Engineering Research Group at Edinburgh Napier University, contributing to collaborative research efforts in sustainable construction and building performance optimization.

• Building Physics
• Sustainable Preservation
• Historic Building Restoration
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Prof. Dr.-Ing. Felix Wellnitz is a Professor of Building Physics at Berlin University of Technology's Department of Architecture and Building Technology. His academic career includes previous positions as Professor for Indoor Climate and Building Renovation at OTH Regensburg (2014-2018) and teaching assignments at GUC Berlin and FH Potsdam. He serves as a freelance architect and certified expert for thermal/moisture protection with specialized expertise in energy consulting for listed buildings. Education: Ph.D. in Engineering, Bauhaus University Weimar (2014) M.Sc. in Building Protection, University of Wismar (2012) Diploma in Architecture, TU Darmstadt (2004) Wellnitz's research focuses on sustainable preservation of architectural heritage, building physics innovations, and energy-efficient retrofitting. His work bridges historical preservation with contemporary climate challenges, particularly through advanced materials like aerogel-based insulation systems. Key research themes include: Climate-responsive restoration of modernist landmarks Building diagnostics and monitoring in cultural heritage Thermal performance optimization in historic structures Integration of renewable energy in sensitive contexts His publications demonstrate consistent focus on reconciling monument preservation with energy efficiency requirements. Recent work emphasizes practical applications of building physics principles in World Heritage sites, climate adaptation strategies for postwar modernism, and policy frameworks for sustainable renovation. Research Projects: High-performance insulation in Bruno Taut's Waldsiedlung Zehlendorf (World Heritage application support) Sustainable renovation of Hans Scharoun's Haus Schminke (€67,000 grant) Climate optimization of Asam Church in Weltenburg (€40,000 grant) Energy modernization of Margaretenau residential district (€3.45 million BMWi grant) He leads the Building Physics laboratory at BHT and collaborates with institutions including the Haus Schminke Foundation and Benedictine Abbey of Weltenburg. Professional memberships include the Berlin Chamber of Architects, WTA Scientific-Technical Working Group for Building Preservation, and Sep-Ruf-Society.

Timur DoganView profile

Associate Professor

• Sustainable architecture
• Building energy modeling
• Daylighting analysis
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Timur Dogan is an Associate Professor at Cornell University's College of Architecture, Art, and Planning , directing the M.Arch. Program and leading the Environmental Systems Lab. He serves on the faculty advisory board at the Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability and holds field memberships in the Department of Architecture, Department of City and Regional Planning, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, and Systems Engineering program. Education : Ph.D. (MIT), MDES (Harvard GSD), Dipl. Ing. in Architecture (Technical University Darmstadt, with distinction) His research focuses on computational design methodologies for sustainable architecture, integrating building performance simulation, daylighting optimization, and urban geospatial analysis. Key contributions include novel daylight redirection systems, solar envelope techniques for zoning, and rapid urban energy modeling algorithms. Recent work emphasizes performance-driven design workflows at both architectural and urban scales, with applications in passive climate control and sustainable urban planning. Publications demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches combining computer science and environmental design. Labs & Teams : Environmental Systems Lab

Maria MandalakiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Shading Systems
• Photovoltaics Integration
• Energy Efficiency in Buildings
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Maria Mandalaki is an Assistant Professor at the School of Architecture, Technical University of Crete, specializing in Architectural Technology and Bioclimatic Design. She holds a PhD in energy assessment of shading systems with integrated photovoltaics and has conducted extensive research on thermal/visual comfort and energy savings in buildings. Her work bridges architectural design with sustainable engineering principles. Education: Graduated from National Technical University of Athens (1998), postgraduate Diploma from Berlage Institute (2004), PhD from TUC (2014) Scientific Awards: Scholarships from Michelis Foundation and State Scholarships Foundation of Greece (IKY) Research Focus: Solar shading systems, photovoltaic integration, energy efficiency, thermal and visual comfort, sustainable design Collaborations: Active involvement with Technical University of Crete's School of Environmental Engineering (since 2008) and Department of Technical Projects of Prefecture of Chania (permanent architect role) Her 15 most recent publications focus on the interplay between shading systems, photovoltaic integration, and energy performance in Mediterranean climates. She has participated in numerous national/international exhibitions and conferences, and her work emphasizes multi-criteria analysis for sustainable building solutions.

• Sustainable Architecture
• Energy Efficiency in Buildings
• Building Envelope Systems
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Dr. Dinçer Aydın is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Architecture , Trakya University 's Faculty of Architecture . With a career spanning from 2013, his work focuses on energy-efficient architecture , sustainable building systems , and project delivery methodologies . He serves on multiple commissions including the Construction and Environment Commission and Competition Commission since 2024, and contributes to KAPU/Thrace Architecture and Design Magazine as an editorial board member. His educational background includes a PhD in Architecture (2022) from Trakya University, where his dissertation proposed a sustainable project delivery system model for Türkiye. He holds a Master's in Architecture (2017) from the same institution, focusing on indoor environmental quality in high-rise residential buildings, and a Bachelor's in Architecture (2013) from Yeditepe University. Research Interests Dr. Aydın's scholarly work centers on Improving energy efficiency through building envelope optimization Adaptive reuse of historic structures with sustainability protocols Urban renewal dynamics, particularly in Fikirtepe projects Thermal comfort analysis in educational and residential buildings Project delay mitigation in construction management Integration of BIM and AI for sustainable retrofitting Publication Trends reveal a focus on energy performance (25% of output), adaptive reuse (20%), and project management (18%). His work appears in journals like Energy and Buildings , Buildings , and Sustainability , with increasing emphasis on circular economy principles since 2023. Scientific Recognition He has received: Prosteel 2012 Third Place Prize for 'Modular Bus Terminal Design' Akçansa Betonik Ideas Competition 2011 Shortlist for 'Green Module Design' Repeated peer-review invitations for Journal of Building Engineering (Q1) and others Administrative Contributions Currently serves on: Faculty of Architecture Construction and Environment Commission (2024-) Faculty of Architecture Competition Commission (2024-) Department of Architecture Internship Commission (2023-2024) Accreditation Commission membership (2018-2024)

Jayanta MondolView profile

Professor

• Solar Energy Technologies
• Energy Efficiency in Buildings
• Multifunctional Building Facades
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Jayanta Mondol is Professor of Solar Energy Technologies and Research Director at Ulster University's Belfast School of Architecture and the Built Environment, appointed in 2019. He leads the Architecture, Built Environment and Planning research unit and previously served as Course Director for Architectural Engineering programs. His office is located at Belfast Campus, Room BC-05-143, 2-24 York Street. Education: BSc (Hons) & MSc Physics - Visva-Bharati University, India MTech Energy Science & Technology - Jadavpur University, India PhD in Solar Energy - Ulster University (2004) Research Interests: Professor Mondol specializes in solar energy conversion systems with emphasis on building-integrated applications. His work spans photovoltaic/thermal hybrids, nanofluid-enhanced solar collectors, multifunctional building facades, and off-grid renewable systems. Current investigations focus on MXene-based nanofluids, concentrating PV glazing, and thermal diode technologies for energy-efficient buildings. His research consistently addresses UN Sustainable Development Goals through climate adaptation solutions. Publications Focus: Recent articles demonstrate strong emphasis on nanofluid-enhanced PV/T systems, building-integrated solar technologies, and sustainable thermal management. Dominant themes include energy efficiency optimization, novel material applications (MXene, carbon-dots), and computational modeling of renewable systems. Tropical climate applications and circular economy principles feature prominently in his 2022-2025 publications. Awards & Honors: Best Full-Length Paper in Solar Energy Journal (2006) World Renewable Energy Congress Best Paper (2010) EUROSUN Best Poster Award (2012) Ulster University Best PhD Thesis (2005) Fellow of Higher Education Academy Leadership & Projects: As Principal Investigator, secured £3M+ funding from EPSRC, Innovate UK, Royal Society and EU for projects including 'SolaFin2Go' and 'SolaNetwork'. Supervised 10 PhD students. Current projects include Design of Concentrating PV Glazing Systems (£450k, Royal Society) and Climate Adaptation in Underserved Communities (£620k). Serves on Royal Society of Ulster Architects' Climate Emergency Committee. Professional Engagement: Editorial Board Member for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Buildings journals. Technical committee member for international conferences. Regular reviewer for 30+ journals. External examiner for Dublin Institute of Technology and London South Bank University.

Tarık Serhat BozkurtView profile

Associate Professor

• Physical Environmental Control
• Acoustics and Noise Control
• Protection
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Tarık Serhat Bozkurt is an Associate Professor at Istanbul Technical University's Faculty of Architecture, Department of Architecture, specializing in Physical Environmental Control and Acoustics and Noise Control. He serves as the Director of the Building Physics and Environmental Control Laboratory and has made significant contributions to the fields of architectural acoustics, historical building restoration, and environmental sustainability in construction. Education: Doctorate (PhD) in Building Sciences, Istanbul Technical University (2010-2019) Master's in Environmental Control and Building Technology (with thesis), Istanbul Technical University (2007-2010) Licence (Bachelor's) in Architecture, Istanbul Technical University (2002-2007) Bozkurt's research primarily focuses on sound absorption properties of traditional and innovative building materials, particularly in historical structures. His work bridges the gap between architectural heritage conservation and modern acoustic engineering requirements. He investigates how traditional materials like lime-based plasters with various aggregates (pumice, perlite, river sand) can be optimized for sound absorption while maintaining historical authenticity. His research also extends to industrial noise mapping, environmental quality improvement, and sustainable building practices that address both acoustic and water management challenges. His publication record shows a consistent trajectory from fundamental material studies toward more comprehensive environmental solutions. Early work focused on laboratory analysis of traditional building materials, while recent publications demonstrate a shift toward holistic approaches integrating multiple environmental factors (acoustic comfort, daylighting, water sustainability) in architectural design. Scientific Awards: 2023 YOUNG ACADEMICIAN AWARD from Istanbul Technical University 2019 MOST SUCCESSFUL DOCTORAL THESIS AWARD from ITU Institute of Sciences, Department of Architecture Tarik Serhat Bozkurt Prize Bozkurt leads significant research projects including 'Investigation and Improvement of Sound Absorption Performance in Plaster Layers Prepared with Brick Aggregate in Historical Buildings' (2024-2025) and 'Modern Mosque Design Proposal and Investigation of Acoustic Comfort Conditions' (2024-2025). He serves on the Board of the Building Physics Association (since 2022) and is a member of the Turkish Acoustics Association (TAKDER) (since 2020), demonstrating active engagement in his professional community. His laboratory work combines experimental testing with numerical simulation techniques to develop practical solutions for acoustic challenges in both contemporary and historical buildings, with particular emphasis on sustainable approaches that address multiple environmental concerns simultaneously.

• Lighting in Architecture
• Physical Environmental Control
• Daylighting Engineering
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Dr. Zehra Aybike Kılıç serves as a Research Assistant in the Department of Architecture at Istanbul Technical University, where she has been continuously employed since completing her PhD in Building Sciences in 2018. Her academic career includes both undergraduate education (Istanbul Arel University, 2010-2014) and graduate studies (Istanbul Technical University, 2015-2018) in Architecture, culminating in doctoral research in Building Sciences. Her research expertise centers on lighting in architecture and physical environmental control systems, with particular focus on daylighting engineering and visual comfort optimization. Professional affiliations include membership in the Turkish National Committee for Lighting (since 2019) and the Building Physics Association (since 2018), demonstrating her active engagement in specialized academic communities. Dr. Kılıç's publication portfolio reveals a clear research trajectory focused on daylighting design solutions, with five research outputs spanning 2020-2025. Her recent work demonstrates increasing specialization in data-driven approaches to daylighting design, integration of zoning regulations with site layout for visual comfort, and energy performance analysis. The 2025 publications particularly highlight her development of decision support models for multi-functional residential spaces and frameworks integrating regulatory constraints with daylighting design. As Principal Investigator on the TÜBİTAK-funded project "Konut Binalarında Doğal Aydınlatma Sistemi Tasarımına Yönelik Bir Karar Modeli" (April-August 2025), she is leading cutting-edge research in residential daylighting systems. Her scholarly impact is reflected in citations across multiple publications, with her 2020 and 2021 works on BIM adoption and high-rise residential building daylighting each accumulating 5 Scopus citations.

• Housing Architecture
• Residential Design
• Social Sustainability
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Ola Nylander is a Professor in Building Design at Chalmers University of Technology 's Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering (ACE) . He directs the Centre of Housing Architecture since 2017 and teaches residential architecture courses including The Room of the Home , City Housing , and Housing Inventions master studio. Research focuses on housing and living with R&D projects for HSB, Swedish Public Housing Agency, and Tenants' Association Key contributor to the AIDAH project (2014-2019) exploring architecture's role in health and aging Authored Swedish Housing 1850-2000 (2012) and co-authored multiple housing evaluation reports Active in public discourse through regular architecture writing in daily press and trade publications Recent publications address social sustainability assessment in Karlstad suburbs, participatory planning methods, and aging-in-place strategies. His work combines Swedish urban context with health-promoting architecture principles.

• Architectural Environment
• Indoor Environmental Engineering
• Facility Horticulture
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Soma Sugano is an Assistant Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering, with concurrent part-time lecturer roles at Tokyo City University and Keio University's Shonan Fujisawa Campus. Holding a Doctor of Engineering degree from Waseda University (2023), he actively contributes to architectural environment research through multiple affiliations. Current affiliations: Waseda Research Institute for Science and Engineering (Assistant Professor), Tokyo City University (Part-time Lecturer), Keio University (Part-time Lecturer) Professional memberships: ISHS, ISIAQ, ASHRAE, SHASE, AIJ Research Focus: Specializing in biophilic design, indoor plant environments, and sustainable building systems, he bridges architectural engineering with agricultural technology to create human-centric, energy-efficient spaces. His work addresses both physiological plant needs and psychological human responses to built environments. Publication Trends: Recent studies demonstrate expertise in Spectral irradiance modeling for plant growth Thermal comfort optimization Indoor air quality improvement Zero-energy agricultural systems Scientific Recognition: 44th Tohoku Architecture 'Work Award' (2024) Top Downloaded Article, JAPAN ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW (2023) Young Excellent Presentation Award (2022) JIA Environmental Architecture Award (2021) Academic Leadership: Serves as committee member for AIJ Subcommittee on Biophilia Spaces and as peer reviewer for Building and Environment journal.

Farshad KheiriView profile

Assistant Professor

• Energy-Efficient Buildings
• Performance-Driven Generative Design
• Building Environmental Systems
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Farshad Kheiri, an Assistant Professor at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, specializes in energy-efficient building design and environmental systems. Affiliated with the Department of Architectural Studies, his work integrates computational methods and sustainability principles to optimize building performance. PhD in Architecture, Texas A&M University (2020) Master of Architectural Engineering, Iran University of Science and Technology (2011) Bachelor of Architectural Engineering, University of Tehran (2008) His research focuses on: Building energy optimization and emissions reduction Performance-driven generative design methodologies Advanced building automation systems Climate-responsive architectural solutions Computational modeling for environmental performance Integration of heuristic algorithms in architectural design Notable trends in his publications include: Application of genetic algorithms and simulated annealing to daylight optimization (2021) Thermal analysis of smart glazing systems using recursive modeling (2020) Comprehensive reviews of optimization techniques in sustainable building design (2018) Pioneering use of ant colony systems for pedestrian circulation analysis (2016) Contact: farshad.kheiri@siu.edu | Quigley Hall 407 | 618-453-1127

• Social Housing
• Women in Architecture
• Architectural History
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Tanja Poppelreuter is an Associate Professor in Architectural Humanities and Director of Postgraduate Research Studies at the University of Salford's School of Science, Engineering and Environment. Her academic career spans institutions in Germany, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom, bringing a rich international perspective to architectural history and theory. Her research focuses on 20th-century architectural theory with particular emphasis on social housing, women in architecture, and architects in exile. Poppelreuter's work seeks to revisit architectural historiographies by shifting attention from the architectural object to architects' intentions and the social contexts that shaped design decisions. Her publications, including the award-winning Glamour and Gloom: 1930s Architecture in Belfast and Das Neue Bauen für den Neuen Menschen , demonstrate her expertise in examining how politics, gender, visual culture, and spatial perception influenced architectural formation during periods of social transformation. Professor Poppelreuter's recent research includes 'The Modern Backdrop' project (2022-2024), funded by the Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Arts, which combined archival research, oral history, and community outreach to understand perceptions of Salford during modernization and redevelopment (1952-1974). She is currently leading the 'Women of the Second Wave' PhD project investigating feminist architecture practices from the 1970s-1980s. Her research output demonstrates consistent quality and impact across multiple areas: Historical analysis of Weimar-era social housing and concepts of the 'New Human' Studies of women architects in exile and their transnational practices Examination of post-war urban redevelopment and its social impacts Investigation of gender dimensions in architectural practice and theory Professor Poppelreuter has received significant recognition for her work, including the Heritage Angel's Award for Glamour and Gloom and the University of Salford's Best Community or Public Engagement initiative award (2024). She serves on important committees including the Board of Advisors of the International Archives of Women in Architecture and the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity Panel of RIBA Northwest. As an educator, she specializes in Architectural and Design histories, 20th Century Art History, and Research Methodologies. Her teaching approach emphasizes supporting students in developing their research potential, particularly when working on dissertations exploring architecture's relationship to social theory and historical context. She has supervised numerous postgraduate students and currently leads postgraduate research studies in her school. Professor Poppelreuter is actively involved in building research capacity through conference organization (including the International Postgraduate Research Conference) and fostering networks that support early career researchers in architectural history and related fields.

Marius CălinView profile

Lecturer

• Soft Computing in Agricultural Sciences
• Decision Making under Uncertainty
• Decision Support Systems
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Marius Călin serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Exact Sciences at the Faculty of Horticulture, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine of Iasi, Romania. His academic profile bridges computational science with agricultural applications through expertise in Information Technology, Applied Mathematics, and E-learning systems development. His research portfolio centers on five core domains: Soft Computing in Agricultural Sciences: Pioneering fuzzy logic applications for plant breeding and greenhouse management Decision Making under Uncertainty: Developing models for agricultural scenarios with incomplete data Decision Support Systems: Creating tools for land suitability assessment and resource optimization E-learning Applications: Designing specialized platforms for agricultural education Graph Databases: Implementing knowledge representation systems for agricultural data Analysis of his publication trajectory reveals an evolution from foundational fuzzy decision models (2000-2007) toward increasingly interdisciplinary work. Recent publications (2015-2022) demonstrate strong convergence between e-learning infrastructure development and agricultural informatics, particularly through Moodle-based systems for remote education during the pandemic and computational models for soil management. His work consistently emphasizes practical implementation of grid computing and soft computing techniques in agricultural contexts. Dr. Călin has secured significant research funding through seven major contracts, including leadership as USAMV Iasi responsible for the CEEX 1801 grid computing project (2006-2008) and contributions to sustainable soil management initiatives (ECOSEUMET, CNCSIS 738). His grant portfolio demonstrates sustained focus on translating computational research into agricultural solutions. Within the university ecosystem, he serves as Moodle platform administrator and coordinates Informatics discipline activities, fostering cross-departmental collaboration. His professional affiliations include ESNA (European Society for New Methods in Agricultural Research) and ROMAI (Romanian Society of Applied and Industrial Mathematics), reflecting his commitment to interdisciplinary scientific exchange.