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Joshua Taron is an Associate Professor and Associate Dean (Research & Innovation) at the University of Calgary’s School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape (SAPL). He co-directs the Laboratory for Integrative Design (LID) and serves as an academic co-lead for the Cities and Societies focus area at the Institute for Transdisciplinary Scholarship. His work bridges digital design/fabrication with societal challenges, emphasizing resilience, equity, and sustainability in built environments.
Education: BA in Architecture (UC Berkeley), MArch (Southern California Institute of Architecture).
Research Focus: Taron’s transdisciplinary approach integrates computer science, engineering, social work, and community art to address climate action, construction innovation, and inclusive design. He advocates for overcoming disciplinary silos to foster institutional resilience and socially equitable solutions.
Labs/Teams: Co-director of the Laboratory for Integrative Design (LID), contributing to curriculum innovation and design-based research.
