Günsu Merin Abbas

Günsu Merin Abbas is a postdoctoral researcher at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) within the Built Environment faculty's Building Performance department. She is also a fulltime lecturer at TOBB University of Economics and Technology's Department of Architecture. Her research focuses on building energy performance, simulation integration, indoor environmental quality, and climate change adaptation in architectural design. Abbas holds a PhD in Architecture from Middle East Technical University (2021) and a Master's degree from the same institution (2014), alongside a Bachelor's from Izmir University of Economics (2011).

• Education:
  • B.Arch, Izmir University of Economics (2011)
  • M.Arch, Middle East Technical University (2014)
  • PhD in Architecture, Middle East Technical University (2021)
• Current Roles:
  • Postdoc, Renovation Explorer Project (TU/e)
  • Fulltime Lecturer, TOBB University

Her research emphasizes tool integration for healthier indoor environments, particularly through computational methods like CFD and machine learning. Key projects include the Renovation Explorer initiative, developing dynamic models and KPIs for building renovation strategies under climate change. Abbas has contributed to over 19 peer-reviewed publications and reports, focusing on ventilation optimization, contaminant dispersion, and sustainable design practices. She also leads pedagogical innovations in architectural education via workshops like MateriART, integrating computational design with material exploration.

Her work aligns with UN SDGs related to climate action and sustainable cities, addressing energy efficiency and resilient building design. Abbas collaborates internationally on projects analyzing building performance in Mediterranean climates and pandemic-era ventilation strategies.