معرفی
Philip J. Dacunto serves as Professor and Head of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the United States Military Academy. A distinguished military engineer, he has held combat engineer assignments including engineer battalion S3 during Operation Iraqi Freedom and staff roles with I Corps.
Education
- Ph.D. from Stanford University
- M.S. from Stanford University
- B.S. from United States Military Academy
Research Interests
His research centers on indoor air quality with specialized focus on classroom aerosol dispersion dynamics. He employs experimental and computational methodologies to evaluate low-cost simulation tools, classroom layout configurations, ventilation parameters, and physical barriers to mitigate airborne pathogen transmission risks in educational environments.
Recent Publications Trends
Publications from 2021-2023 demonstrate concentrated investigation into classroom aerosol behavior through combined experimental-computational approaches. Key studies analyze desk spacing, room orientation, air change rates, and divider efficacy, establishing practical frameworks for improving indoor air safety during airborne disease transmission events in educational settings.
Scientific Awards
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Advising and Grants
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