Asma Mehan

Asma Mehan, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor at the Huckabee College of Architecture, Texas Tech University, with a Ph.D. in Architecture, History, and Project from Politecnico di Torino (2017). Her work bridges architectural humanities and critical urban studies, focusing on urban inclusivity, heritage preservation, and climate justice. She authored two books—Tehran: From Sacred to Radical (2022) and Kuala Lumpur: Community, Infrastructure, and Urban Inclusivity (2020)—and leads the Coordination Team of the AESOP Young Academics network.

• Education: Ph.D. in Architecture, History, and Project, Politecnico di Torino (2017)

Her research spans spatial justice, feminist placemaking, and heritage studies, addressing issues like oil urbanism, digital citizen participation, and resilient housing. Articles highlight her interdisciplinary approach to urban resilience, AI integration, and socio-environmental equity. She has held fellowships including the FCT Scientific Employment Stimulus and NIAS-KNAW Urban Citizenship Fellowship.

• Scientific Awards:
  • AESOP Young Academics Award
  • European Architectural History Network (EAHN) Fellowship
  • Society of Architectural Historians (SAH) Grant
  • ZK/U Berlin Researcher-in-Residence
  • SAHGB Award

Dr. Mehan has taught at TU Delft and Politecnico di Torino, guest lectured at TU Munich and Deakin University, and conducted visiting research in Switzerland, Australia, and Berlin. Her work appears in over 50 publications across English, Persian, and Italian, emphasizing critical pedagogy, collaborative design, and policy toolkits for urban inclusivity.