Joan Navarro Martín

Joan Navarro Martín is an Assistant Professor in the Engineering Department at La Salle Digital Engineering School, where he contributes to the Research Group on Smart Society. He is actively involved in multiple research initiatives focused on smart technologies, urban sustainability, and educational innovation.

His research interests span a wide range of fields including the Internet of Things (IoT), smart grids, sensor networks, ambient assisted living, virtual learning environments, sustainable urban infrastructure, cloud and edge computing, and Industry 4.0 integration. His work emphasizes data-driven approaches to solving real-world problems in densely populated urban areas, with a notable case study on Barcelona. He also explores pedagogical innovations, particularly in undergraduate education and academic-industry collaboration.

The recent publications and projects highlight a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research that bridges engineering, environmental sustainability, and educational technology. His work often involves European collaborations and is funded by entities such as the European Commission and AGAUR. Key themes include digital twin applications, energy-efficient housing, ecological monitoring, and civic engagement through e-service learning.

Selected Research Projects:

• EXCEL4HOUSING4.0: Centers of Vocational Excellence for Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Housing (PI)
• WeB-Nimbus: Advancing Cloud and Edge Computing Education in Western Balkans (PI)
• CIVENHANCE: E-Service Learning for Boosting Academic Civic Engagement in Rural Areas (PI)
• EngageMate: Advancing Classroom Interaction with Intelligent IoT Assistants (PI)
• EcoSentinel: Ecological Sentinel (Researcher)

He has no listed scientific awards or students in the provided data. His ORCID is 0000-0003-3916-9279, and he has a strong publication record with recent contributions in 2024 and 2025 across journals such as Micromachines, PLOS ONE, and Frontiers in Built Environment.