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Morteza HosseiniView profile

Assistant Professor

• Biomimetics
• Building Energy Efficiency
• Daylighting and Lighting Design
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Morteza Hosseini is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Architecture, Design and Media Technology within Aalborg University's Technical Faculty of IT and Design. His work focuses on biomimetic architectural systems, sustainable energy solutions, and daylight performance optimization. He leads the Lighting Design Lab and is Principal Investigator (PI) of the EUDP 2023 project on low-carbon integrated lighting. Research interests include adaptive kinetic façades inspired by biological systems, energy-efficient building design, and environmental impact assessment of lighting technologies. He has contributed to over 20 peer-reviewed articles, with recent work exploring solar radiation modeling, vertical greenery effects, and IoT in smart buildings. Edited journals: Journal of Daylighting , Architectural Engineering and Design Management Guest lectured at Technical University of Denmark (2024) Led workshops on parametric design and solar energy integration His work bridges computational design with environmental sustainability, emphasizing real-world applications in building systems. Current projects aim to reduce carbon footprints while maintaining occupant comfort through innovative façade technologies.

• Materials Science
• Sustainable Construction Materials
• Chemical Engineering
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Simonetta Lucia Pagliolico is an Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT) within the College of Architecture and Design at the Polytechnic of Turin. She holds a tenured position and serves as a Scientific Manager for research projects while also teaching various courses related to materials science and sustainable architecture. Her research interests span across multiple areas of sustainable building materials including chemical reactors, clay bricks, coatings, high performance eco-friendly concrete, photobioreactors, strengthening mortars, technical ceramics, and thermal storage in buildings using phase change materials. Her scientific work falls under the disciplinary sector IMAT-01/A - Materials Science and Technology within Area 0009 - Industrial and Information Engineering. Professor Pagliolico's publications demonstrate a consistent focus on sustainable building technologies, with recent work emphasizing photobioreactor applications for microalgae production as shading systems in buildings, characterization of phase change materials, and innovative approaches to concrete technology. Her research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and 13 (Climate Action). Her scientific contributions span ERC sectors including Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, and Sustainable Design. She has been actively involved in teaching Materials Science and Technology courses for Architecture students and has served on doctoral colleges for Technological Innovation for the Built Environment. Professor Pagliolico has managed commercial research projects including the Turin Automatic Metro Line 1 project and investigations into building plaster deterioration. Her work bridges theoretical research with practical applications in sustainable construction materials and energy-efficient building systems.

Kynthia ChamilothoriView profile

Assistant Professor

• Environmental Psychology
• Lighting Design
• Human-Technology Interaction
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Kynthia Chamilothori is a tenured Assistant Professor in the Human-Technology Interaction (HTI) group at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). She holds additional roles as an Assistant Professor at the EAISI Health institute and the Intelligent Lighting Institute. Her research bridges environmental psychology, architecture, lighting, and technology, focusing on how lighting and nature in spaces influence human wellbeing. She uses VR and biometric sensors to study healthy, comfortable, and energy-efficient environments. Dr. Chamilothori earned her PhD in Architecture from EPFL (2019) and a Master's in Architectural Engineering from Technical University of Crete (2014). She serves on the editorial board of Lighting Research & Technology and leads CIE reporterships on VR in lighting research. Her work addresses UN SDGs related to sustainable cities and communities. Research interests include daylighting, dynamic light patterns, and restorative environments. Notable contributions include studies on light quality perception, virtual reality applications for building performance, and the psychological impacts of natural light. Collaborations span Europe and involve interdisciplinary teams. She has supervised 19 academic works and teaches courses like Environmental Psychology and Light and Experience. Media engagements include interviews on VR's role in lighting research and architectural design.

• Energy Efficiency
• Sustainable Built Environment
• Environmental Engineering
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Wolfgang Kampel is an Associate Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University, affiliated with the Faculty of Technology, Art and Design and the Department of Built Environment. He is part of the Sustainable Built Environment (SustainaBuilt) research group. His work focuses on energy efficiency in built environments, particularly swimming facilities and indoor ice rinks, addressing topics like HVAC optimization, daylight simulation, and environmental monitoring. He has collaborated on projects analyzing chlorination effects in swimming pools and energy performance indicators for public facilities. Key research interests include sustainable design, energy benchmarking, and innovative refrigeration systems. His publications span peer-reviewed journals and conferences, emphasizing practical applications of energy-saving technologies in infrastructure. He actively disseminates findings through technical forums and industry reports, advocating for energy-efficient building practices. Notably, his 2016 research report Energy Efficiency in Swimming Facilities provides comprehensive guidelines for optimizing energy use in aquatic centers. His work bridges academic research with real-world building management, contributing to Norway's sustainability goals in architectural and engineering fields.

• Building Automation
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Energy Management in Buildings
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Olivier Steiger is a Professor at the Institute of Building Technology and Energy (IGE) at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU). He leads the research group 'Licht, Automation und elektrische Systeme im Gebäude' and specializes in building automation, IoT, and energy-efficient building systems. He is Head of the Research Group and responsible for Minergie Monitoring Certification. Education: PhD in Digital Image Processing (EPFL, 2005) MSc in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EPFL, 2001) Exchange Year at Carnegie Mellon University (1998–1999) Certificate in University Didactics (HSLU, 2016–2017) Research Focus: Building automation systems, IoT integration in buildings, energy management, and operational optimization. His work emphasizes low-cost monitoring solutions and smart home standardization. He contributes to SIA and SWKI standardization committees, including leading the BA101 and BA102 guidelines for building automation. Projects & Grants: Strategic Research: AI in Buildings Cybersecurity in Building Automation Systems (IDN project) Minergie Monitoring Certification Low-Cost Building Monitoring Field Tests Professional Roles: President of SIA Commission for Building Technology and Energy Standards Board Member of Gebäude Netzwerk Initiative (GNI) and brenet IEEE Senior Member Lab & Teams: Leads the IGE research group focusing on innovative building technologies and collaborates with industry partners like Dätwyler Cabling Solutions and Swisscom on IoT integration and cybersecurity.

• Sustainable Architecture
• Building Design
• Indoor Environment Quality
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Prof. Giovanni Betti is a Visiting Professor at the Department of Architecture and Urban Design at the University of the Arts Berlin. His research focuses on integrating technology with architectural practice, including sustainable building design, indoor environment quality, and digital tools for collaborative design. He leads projects like the CBE Clima Tool, an open-source platform for climate analysis, and explores human-machine interaction in spaces through generative algorithms and augmented reality. His work spans urban regeneration strategies, view quality assessment frameworks, and modular construction systems. Key research themes include the application of digital tools in architecture, occupant-centric design, and the interplay between technology and spatial communication. He has contributed to exhibitions like the MakeCity Festival with mixed-reality installations. His recent publications analyze workplace analytics, thermal comfort metrics, and parametric urbanism. Betti's interdisciplinary approach bridges architectural theory with practical implementation, emphasizing sustainability and user experience.

Işılay TekçeView profile

Assistant Professor

• Project/Construction Management
• Performance Studies
• Facility Management
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Dr. Işılay Tekçe is an Assistant Professor at Ozyegin University, specializing in Project/Construction Management and Sustainability. Previously, she served as an Assistant Professor at Okan University (2010-2013) and conducted research at Istanbul Technical University's Project Management Center (2000-2010). She holds a PhD from Istanbul Technical University (2010) with a dissertation on multi-criteria performance measurement for construction contractors. Education: B.Sc. in Architecture, Istanbul Technical University (2000) M.Arch in Project and Construction Management, Istanbul Technical University (2002) PhD in Architecture - Building Sciences, Istanbul Technical University (2010) Research focuses on: Performance measurement in construction Sustainability in healthcare and office buildings Occupant satisfaction through BIM and IoT integration Multi-criteria decision-making in facility management Her work includes FP7 projects and publications on green retrofitting, post-occupancy evaluation tools, and acoustic/thermal comfort in buildings. Awards and international recognition highlight her contributions to sustainable construction practices.

• Occupational Therapy
• Ergonomics
• Circadian Rhythms and Sleep Health
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Martha Sanders is a Professor of Occupational Therapy at Quinnipiac University within the College of Health Sciences. She is a certified professional ergonomist and ALA Lighting Specialist with extensive clinical and research expertise in ergonomics, circadian lighting, sleep health, community wellness, and low vision rehabilitation. She chairs the university's ergonomics committee and coordinates the master's Capstone programs. Areas of Expertise: Wellness and Lifestyle Medicine Community and Public Health Occupational Medicine and Ergonomics Vision Rehabilitation and Low Vision Environmental Design for Health Her research focuses on the impact of lighting environments on sleep, mood, and circadian health, particularly among college students and older adults. She has led initiatives in health promotion for children and seniors, including low vision programs and oral health outreach in the Bahamas. She also founded a local TOPSoccer program and volunteers in adapted skiing and Lions Low Vision initiatives. Her recent publications and presentations emphasize circadian lighting, sleep interventions, and environmental ergonomics. Trends in her scholarly output show a strong interdisciplinary focus on the intersection of occupational therapy, environmental design, and public health, with increasing emphasis on lighting as a modifiable health factor. Scientific Awards and Honors: Lifetime Achievement Award, American Occupational Therapy Association (2019–2020) Fellow, American Occupational Therapy Association (2021) Sigma Xi Lectureship Subsidy Grant (2019–2020) Board Certification in Professional Ergonomics (2020) Professional Certification in Lighting Design, Mt. Sinai (2022) Professional Certificate in Interior Lighting Design, Parsons (2024) American Lighting Association Lighting Specialist Dr. Sanders has secured grant funding, including support from the Faculty Scholarship and Creative Works Impact Fund. She mentors students through Capstone programs and has contributed to curriculum development in research, administration, and knowledge translation. She teaches OT 511 (Administration) and OT 550 (Research Methods). She is actively involved in community-engaged research and service, working with institutions like Tunxis Community College and Masonicare’s Ashlar Village to promote intergenerational wellness and adaptive programming. Her lab and research team focus on feasibility studies of lighting interventions and health promotion strategies.

• Modeling
• Heat Transfer
• Energy
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Patrick Salagnac is a Teacher-Researcher at the University of La Rochelle, France, with a focus on energy, building systems, and thermal modeling . He belongs to the CNU 60 research section and collaborates with the CNRS' INSIS scientific department. Research Focus : Modeling and simulation of energy, matter, and momentum transfers in dense/porous materials; optimization of building energy systems and envelope components for industrial and commercial applications. Recent Publications (2025-2024) emphasize adiabatic cooling metrics , thermal property estimation , and optical fiber temperature measurement in buildings, showing increasing attention to climate adaptation and industrial ventilation . Historical Contributions : Pioneering work in conductive polymer composites (2005-2008), bread baking thermodynamics (2014), and micro-CHP systems (2017-2004), demonstrating interdisciplinary expertise in thermal science and material engineering .

Georgia HeirchanteriView profile

Assistant Professor

• Industrial Architecture
• Cultural Heritage Preservation
• Graphic Design in Environmental Communication
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Georgia Heirchanteri is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Industrial Design and Production Engineering, School of Engineering, University of West Attica. She holds a PhD in Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (2014) with a specialization in Industrial Archaeology, following postgraduate studies in Architecture-Spatial Design (2004). Her academic journey includes teaching roles at the Technical University of Athens and a retroactive appointment as University Lecturer in Graphic Design since 1992. Education: Graduate of Architecture (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki), Graphic Design (Technical University of Athens), Postgraduate in Architecture-Spatial Design (NTUA) Current Role: Assistant Professor (since 2020), Postdoctoral Researcher (2017-present), Supervising Architect (2019-present) Her research focuses on interdisciplinary intersections between Industrial Architecture, Cultural Heritage Preservation, and Environmental Graphic Design. Key areas include: Study of Greek Industrial Architecture (19th-early 20th century), particularly electricity production facilities Preservation strategies for industrial heritage as cultural assets Graphic Design applications in spatial communication and signage systems Industrial Design process from ideation to implementation Sustainable urban development and circular economy models Recent publications analyze topics spanning smart energy systems , heritage resilience , climate-responsive design , and nano-material innovations . She leads the 'Design and Development of Innovative Knitted Textile and Apparel Products - SAPKE' laboratory since 2021, contributing to textile engineering research.

Luisa PastoreView profile

Lecturer

• Sustainable Architecture
• Bioclimatic Design
• Building Energy Efficiency
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Luisa Pastore is a Lecturer and Scientific Project Manager at the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC) and the Teaching and Research Unit of Architecture and Sustainability (SAR-ENS). She leads the 8-year transdisciplinary project SWICE on sustainable energy transition practices and collaborates with the Holcim Foundation for Sustainable Construction and Amber Lion Partners as an Impact and Sustainability Advisor. Her research focuses on sustainable architecture , bioclimatic design , building energy efficiency , and indoor environmental quality . She investigates daylight performance, vegetation integration for thermal comfort, hybrid solar technologies, and climate-responsive urban planning. Her work bridges simulation methodologies with real-world applications in social housing and smart city contexts. Her publications highlight trends in active building envelopes , photovoltaic glassblocks , and post-occupancy evaluations . She has supervised PhD students like Minu Agarwal and worked with interdisciplinary teams in EPFL’s LIPID lab and the Smart Living Lab . Her expertise spans transdisciplinary collaboration, energy certification frameworks, and sustainable construction practices.

Chengzhi PengView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Architectural Computing
• Urban Climate Science
• Building Energy Modelling
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Dr Chengzhi Peng serves as Senior Lecturer and Director of Postgraduate Research at the University of Sheffield's School of Architecture and Landscape. With qualifications including BArch, DipLA, MSc, and PhD, he maintains dual research foci in Design Studies/Architectural Computing (DADA) and Architectural-Urban Science/Climate (AUSC). His leadership spans a research team comprising one postdoctoral associate and six PhD students. Research interests concentrate on building stock energy modelling, climate change impacts on built environments, ageing societies' challenges, and air quality simulation. His work integrates environmental simulation with sustainable design for climate adaptation, particularly through the MSc Digital Architecture and Design program where he serves as Director. Teaching emphasizes dissertation supervision across undergraduate, MArch, and postgraduate levels while embedding computational methods into architectural pedagogy. Recent publications reveal strong trends in urban climate resilience, with 2023-2025 works focusing on heat-health warning systems for vulnerable populations, PM2.5 infiltration analysis in educational buildings, and machine learning applications for air quality improvement. The research consistently bridges architectural design with environmental performance metrics, emphasizing real-world urban contexts and climate adaptation strategies. Significant grant funding includes AXA Research Fund (£124,739) for care home heat stress mitigation, ESRC fellowships (£91,953) on thermal vulnerability, and WUN collaborations (£14,932) on transcultural climate-responsive design. His team's work spans from city-scale housing stock modelling to micro-level indoor environmental quality assessments. Professional engagement includes editorial roles at ArchNet-IJAR (2012-2023) and Buildings journal, AHRC Peer Review College membership (2009-2012), and conference committee participation in eCAADe and CAADRIA. The Architectural and Urban Science (AUS) research group drives projects on solar micro-grid optimization, institutional building stock analysis, and vegetation-air quality interactions.

Reza ForoughiView profile

Associate Professor

• Sustainable Construction
• Energy Efficient Buildings
• Smart Buildings
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Dr. Reza Foroughi is an Associate Professor and Assistant Department Chair in the Department of Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment at Appalachian State University. His work bridges construction engineering, sustainable design, and energy-efficient building systems, with a focus on smart and net-zero energy buildings. Education: Ph.D., Architectural Engineering-Construction, Pennsylvania State University M. Arch. Engineering, University of Guilan B.S., Architectural Engineering, University of Guilan Dr. Foroughi specializes in simulation-based energy optimization, kinetic building envelopes, and climate-responsive architectural design. His research explores optimum geometrical design parameters for windows, energy-efficient commercial buildings, and biomimicry in construction. He promotes integrated building systems and sustainable construction practices through both teaching and scholarly work. His recent publications reflect a strong trend in energy modeling, fenestration optimization, and interactive building systems, particularly in commercial and residential buildings across diverse U.S. climate zones. He frequently employs computational optimization methods to enhance building performance. Scientific Awards: Best Paper Award, 2018 IISE Annual Conference Dr. Foroughi is actively involved in curriculum development and interdisciplinary research, advising honors theses and supervising student projects. He teaches courses such as Construction Estimating, Planning and Scheduling, and Integrated Project Design and Delivery. He is affiliated with professional organizations including ASEE, USGBC (LEED Green Associate), DOE’s Building Science Race to Zero, and the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE), Construction Division. While no specific grants are listed, his research implies engagement with sustainability and building science funding initiatives. His work suggests involvement in building energy modeling and sustainable design research groups, particularly those focused on high-performance buildings and net-zero energy systems, though no formal lab name is specified.

• Internet of Things
• Wireless Networks
• Cloud Computing
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David Murray is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Information Technology at Murdoch University's College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. He teaches courses on wireless networks, cloud computing, Internet of Things (IoT), and Internet servers, with over 50 published papers focusing on applied experimental research. As a Cisco Certified Networking Instructor, he brings industry expertise to his academic work. His primary research explores IoT systems and wireless networks, with specialized interests in: LP-WAN technologies (LoRaWAN) WiFi performance optimization Jumboframe implementations Network proxies for performance enhancement Agricultural IoT applications Blockchain-based security frameworks Recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate strong interdisciplinary trends integrating machine learning with wireless systems, IoT security solutions using blockchain, and practical agricultural technology innovations. His work consistently bridges theoretical networking concepts with real-world implementations.

Jonathan WrightView profile

Professor

• Building Optimization
• HVAC Systems
• Energy Efficiency
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Professor Jonathan Wright is a Professor of Building Optimization at Loughborough University, leading the Building Energy Research Group. His research focuses on optimizing building systems, particularly HVAC configurations, fabric construction, and control strategies to minimize energy use and enhance sustainability. Funded projects include ASHRAE-supported work on HVAC system synthesis and EPSRC-funded research on multi-criterion building design optimization. Key research areas include model-based fault detection, commissioning of HVAC systems, and uncertainty analysis in building performance prediction. He has pioneered the use of genetic algorithms and evolutionary optimization for solving complex building design problems. Current projects address stakeholder preferences in Passivhaus design, large-scale retrofit programs, and trade-off analysis in multi-dwelling refurbishment. His work bridges theoretical optimization techniques with practical building applications, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to energy efficiency and sustainable construction. Over 40 years of publications span HVAC system optimization, building energy modeling, and algorithm development for constrained design problems.