Bige Tunçer

Prof. Bige Tunçer is a Full Professor and Chair of Information Systems in the Built Environment at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). She teaches courses such as Case study process modeling of construction projects and Collaborative design, which she has been instructing since 2015. Prior roles include Associate Professor at Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), Assistant Professor at TU Delft, and junior faculty at ETH Zurich. She has also held visiting positions at ETH Zurich's Chair of Information Architecture, MIT, and the University of Pavia's Computer Engineering Department.

Academic Background: She earned a PhD in Architecture (Design Informatics) from TU Delft, an MSc in Computational Design from Carnegie Mellon University, and a BArch from Middle East Technical University.

Research Focus: Her work explores the interplay between urban space usage, user perception, and physical attributes. She develops AI-driven methodologies for design and decision support tools to address challenges in energy transition, urban resilience, and digital construction. Key areas include evidence-based design, big data analytics, and digital twins. Her research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly sustainable urban development and resilience.

Grants & Awards: Prof. Tunçer leads large multi-disciplinary grants on IoT, urban science, and digital twins. She is currently involved in the EQUAL - Enhancing Equity for Active Living through Digital Tools project (2025–2026). While specific awards are not listed, her work has been recognized with international awards and exhibitions. Her 96 research outputs include influential articles, reviews, and patents, cited over 1,067 times (Scopus).

Labs & Collaboration: Her research integrates multi-disciplinary teams and emphasizes data collection, visualization, and knowledge modeling. Collaborations span academic, government, and industry sectors, including roles on panels and boards. The department's work aligns with sustainable infrastructure and smart city initiatives.