Mohamad Awada

Mohamad Awada is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Urban Engineering at New York University (NYU Tandon School of Engineering). His research focuses on integrating sensing systems, immersive technologies, and artificial intelligence to enhance human livability in built environments.

• Education
  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, University of Southern California (USC), 2024
  • M.Sc. in Computer Science, University of Southern California (USC), 2021
  • M.Sc. in Civil Engineering (Construction Engineering and Management), American University of Beirut, 2018
  • B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, American University of Beirut, 2016

His work spans machine learning, data science, and human-building interaction, with applications in sustainable infrastructure and smart cities. Recent research trends emphasize occupant health, stress detection, and AI-driven environmental optimization in office and residential settings.

Scientific Awards:

• University of Southern California PhD Achievement Award – 2024
• Sonny Astani CEE Outstanding Department Service Award - 2023
• Sonny Astani CEE Outstanding Research Assistant Award - 2022

Awada leads the Smart Innovations in Built Environment Research (SiBER) Lab, where he explores automation, control systems, and AI applications to create healthier, energy-efficient infrastructure. He actively seeks Ph.D. candidates with coding and ML/data science experience for Fall 2025.