Farshad Kheiri

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