جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Giorgos Panarasمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Energy Efficiency in Buildings
• HVAC Systems
• Thermal Comfort
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Giorgos Panaras is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Western Macedonia (UOWM), affiliated with the Polytechnic School. He holds a PhD in Thermal Energy Systems from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2010), an MSc in Environment & Development (NTUA, 2000), and a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (NTUA, 1996). His research focuses on energy-efficient buildings, HVAC systems, indoor air quality, thermal comfort, solar thermal technologies, and performance assessment of energy systems. He has extensive experience in renewable energy integration and has participated in 16 R&D projects and published over 50 articles. He teaches courses like Fluid Mechanics, HVAC, Energy Planning of Buildings, and Renewable Energy Systems. Education: PhD in Thermal Energy Systems, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2010) MSc in Environment & Development, NTUA (2000) Dipl. Mechanical Engineer, NTUA (1996) Research Focus: His work emphasizes sustainable building design, energy performance optimization, and advanced HVAC technologies. Key areas include solar thermal integration, thermal comfort assessment in diverse environments (university classrooms, hospitals, aquatic centers), and lifecycle analysis of energy systems. He also explores flexibility in district heating systems and smart thermostat development. Grants & Collaborations: Principal/Co-Investigator in 16 R&D projects Reviewer for Greek Secretariat for Research and Technology Accredited testing collaborations with NCSR Demokritos and NTUA Labs & Teams: His research group investigates energy-efficient buildings and HVAC systems, with a focus on quantitative performance analysis and uncertainty assessment in energy measurements.

Samira Awwalمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Social Housing Retrofit
• Smart House
• Energy Efficiency Design
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Samira Awwal is a Researcher and PhD candidate at the University of Huddersfield, associated with the School of Computing and Engineering and School of Arts and Humanities. She leads the Smart House Project, focusing on psycho-social interfaces in smart housing and user-centric retrofitting of social housing. Her work emphasizes energy efficiency, sustainable design, and participatory approaches. Education: Master of Architecture, Sustainable Urban Design, University of Nottingham (2019) Bachelor of Architecture, Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology (2015) Research Interests: Social housing retrofitting, smart home technologies, BIM integration, and equitable urban design. Her doctoral research explores user requirements in social housing upgrades, supported by the uVITAL project (collaborating with Brazil, Germany, Netherlands, and the UK). Recent Trends: Her publications (2020-2025) highlight user-centric retrofitting methodologies, smart home applications for sustainability, and BIM-driven innovations. Recent works examine health impacts of retrofit measures and net-zero smart home strategies. Awards: No scientific awards listed. Advising & Projects: Co-leads the uVITAL project, teaches Architecture at the School of Arts and Humanities, and collaborates internationally on living lab methodologies for urban sustainability. Labs: Member of the Innovative Design Lab, focusing on transatlantic living lab research for social housing upgrades.

David Coleyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Low Carbon Design
• Building Energy Efficiency
• Climate Change Adaptation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor David Coley heads the Energy and Design of Environments research centre at the University of Bath's Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering. He holds a BSc in Physics and PhD in theoretical nuclear physics from the University of Surrey, with previous positions at Exeter University. His research investigates energy use in buildings, low-carbon design, climate change impacts on the built environment, and occupant behavior. Current projects include developing future weather files (PROMETHEUS), smart metering (ENLITEN), and post-occupancy evaluation. Professor Coley serves on national built environment committees and editorial boards of three journals. He accepts PhD students in energy efficiency, Passivhaus design, and climate resilience. Recent work focuses on thermal comfort in informal settlements, decarbonization strategies, and humanitarian shelter design for conflict zones like Gaza.

• Sustainable Architecture
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Thermal Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mohamad Araji is an Associate Professor of Architecture at the University of Waterloo. He is cross-appointed into the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), reflecting his interdisciplinary research focus. His primary location is CPH 3611D. His work bridges architecture with advanced technologies, emphasizing sustainable design, energy efficiency, and computational methods. Research interests include renewable energy integration in building systems, thermal comfort optimization, AI-driven monitoring of building envelopes, and bioenergy generation through microalgae-based façades. He explores novel algorithms (e.g., AI-genetic, deep learning) to address challenges in urban energy systems, solar module efficiency, and smart building automation. His projects often involve experimental validation and computational modeling, such as using UAV-based thermography for heat loss detection. Recent studies focus on net-zero urban clusters, phase change materials for thermal management, and optimizing microalgae growth in bioreactors integrated into building designs. His methodologies span non-linear optimization, thermal modeling, and materials science to achieve sustainable architectural solutions. Despite prolific research output, no scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. His cross-appointments suggest collaboration with interdisciplinary teams in engineering and computer science. No student advisees or grants are listed, though his work likely involves collaborative projects and institutional support.

Maria Jose Zapata Camposمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Public-Private Collaboration
• Urban Sustainability
• Waste Management
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Maria Jose Zapata Campos is Senior Lecturer at University of Gothenburg's Department of Business Administration, focusing on sustainability in urban environments through public-private collaborations. Her research examines waste management systems, community-based tourism, and environmental governance in cities. She holds a PhD in Sociology from University of Alicante and has held postdoctoral positions at University Miguel Hernández and Central America University. Research explores organizational aspects of urban sustainability, particularly how cities develop and implement environmental solutions through multi-stakeholder collaborations. Current projects investigate circular economy applications in construction and innovative materials for indoor environmental quality. Publications appear in Journal of Building Engineering, Habitat International, and Environmental Urbanization. Teaching includes sustainability management courses covering corporate social responsibility frameworks and life-cycle assessment methods.

• Building Energy Efficiency
• HVAC Systems
• Heat Pump Technology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jie Ma is a Research Fellow at the School of Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, specializing in advanced building energy systems and space habitat technologies through rigorous experimental and computational approaches. Research expertise includes: Building Energy Efficiency HVAC Systems Heat Pump Technology Thermal Comfort Compressor Technology Building Control Systems Cyber-Physical Systems Space Habitat Engineering Current work integrates cyber-physical testbeds for resilient space habitats with terrestrial building innovations, emphasizing field-validated solutions for energy efficiency and thermal performance. Publications demonstrate consistent focus on compressor degradation modeling, wall-integrated micro heat pumps, and advanced HVAC control strategies, reflecting strong industry collaboration and practical implementation focus.

Arnaud Evrardمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Bio-based Construction
• Earth Materials Construction
• Hygrothermal Behavior
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Arnaud Evrard is a Lecturer at ETH Zurich's Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering, specializing in sustainable construction materials and hygrothermal behavior. He holds a PhD in Engineering Sciences from UCLouvain (Belgium), focusing on lime-hemp materials' climate regulation properties. His career includes research on bio-based construction techniques, energy retrofitting strategies, and hands-on earth construction experience with Lehm Ton Erde. He teaches hygrothermal building physics at the ArchitekturWerkstatt (OST) and coordinates the CAS Regenerative Materials program at ETH. Professional Journey: 1996-2001 - Civil Engineering & Architecture studies at UCLouvain 2002-2003 - Project management for lime-hemp builders in France 2000s - Research on hemp-lime composites and straw bale walls at UCLouvain's Architecture & Climate group 2017-2022 - Practical earth construction work in Vorarlberg, Austria Current Roles: Lecturer at ETH Zurich, CAS program coordinator, and architectural physics educator Research interests span bio-based materials (hemp-lime, straw bales, earth plasters), building retrofitting strategies, hygrothermal modeling, and sustainable urban development. He develops tools like TCS Matrix and B³-RETROTOOL for multi-criteria assessment of building sustainability. Key projects include aPROpaille guidelines for straw bale construction and Brussels' historic building retrofitting studies. Teaching focuses on hygrothermal building physics, structural analysis, and regenerative construction systems. He contributes to courses such as General Knowledge on Hygrothermal Building Physics and Advanced Structural Assessment. Labs/Teams: Involved with ETH's Chair of Sustainable Construction and collaborative projects with industries/public entities on material innovation and urban policy integration.

Pierluigi D’Acuntoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computational Design
• Structural Engineering
• Architecture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Pierluigi D’Acunto is an Assistant Professor of Structural Design at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) , holding the Rudolf Mößbauer Tenure Track Professorship. He leads the Structural Design research group, focusing on the intersection of architecture and structural engineering through computational methods. His work emphasizes geometry-based structural design, equilibrium modeling, and fabrication-aware strategies leveraging machine learning and digital manufacturing. Before joining TUM in 2021, he completed a PhD (2018) and postdoctoral research at ETH Zurich, where he also taught. His career includes professional experience in architecture and engineering firms in Italy and Switzerland, alongside international competition awards. His research has been recognized with prestigious accolades, including the ETH Medal (2019) and the IASS Tokyo Award (2016). Key areas of exploration include structural form-finding via AI, computational graphic statics, and sustainable design integration. He has published extensively in journals like Journal of Facade Design and Engineering and International Journal of Solids and Structures , emphasizing innovative structural solutions and human-machine collaboration. Education: Master of Architecture (Distinction, Architectural Association London, 2012), PhD (ETH Zurich, 2018) Awards: ETH Medal, IASS Tokyo Award, Rotary Foundation Scholarship Research Themes: Machine Learning in Design, Structural Form-Finding, Digital Fabrication, Computational Geometry

Paul Matthewمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Sustainable Building Design
• Energy Efficiency
• Climate-Resilient Architecture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Paul Matthew is a Lecturer in Design (Built Environment) at the School of Architecture, Design and Planning, Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology at The University of Queensland. He holds a PhD in Architecture from the same institution (2021) and specializes in sustainable building design, energy efficiency, and climate resilience. His research focuses on adapting buildings for climate change, particularly in remote Indigenous communities and urban redevelopment contexts. Notable works include studies on housing design for health in semi-arid regions and life cycle analysis of building materials. He has contributed to projects like the Bethany Nursing Home adaptive reuse design and participated in panel discussions on the future of architecture. Dr Matthew is involved in the ARC Research Hub for timber in future built environments (2023–2028). He actively supervises students and collaborates with institutions like the State Library of Queensland. His work bridges technical innovation with social and cultural considerations, emphasizing equitable and sustainable solutions for built environments.

Robert Petersenمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Civil Engineering
• Corrosion
• Fibre reinforced polymer strengthening
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr Robert Petersen is a Lecturer in the School of Engineering at the University of Newcastle, specializing in Civil Engineering with a focus on corrosion, structural engineering, and materials science. He holds a PhD in Civil Surveying & Environmental Engineering and a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) (Honours), both from the University of Newcastle. His career includes full-time research roles since 2008, with notable projects such as an ARC Discovery Project on masonry wall strengthening (2009–2011), a Water Industry study on cast iron pipe corrosion (2012–2018), and an ARC project on seawater steel corrosion (2018–2021). Current roles include a research associate position studying crevice corrosion in seawater (2020–2023) and a Chief Investigator on a new ARC project on calcareous seawater steel corrosion (2021–2023). Research interests span corrosion mechanisms in marine and soil environments, structural integrity of civil infrastructure, and advanced materials like fiber-reinforced polymers. Notable awards include the 2019 Guy Bengough Award and the 2009 M.A. Hatzinikolas Best Paper Award. Teaching responsibilities include courses on advanced structural analysis and steel design, delivered on a casual basis. Supervision includes current and past PhD students focusing on structural health monitoring and numerical sea state analysis. He is affiliated with the Centre for Infrastructure Performance and Reliability, contributing to infrastructure durability and lifecycle management initiatives.

Ian M. Shapiroمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Heat Pumps
• Building Science
• Green Building Design
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ian M. Shapiro is a Professor of Practice at Syracuse University, associated with the Syracuse Center of Excellence in Environmental and Energy Systems. He serves as Associate Director of Building Science and Community Programs. His expertise focuses on heat pumps, green building design, and affordable carbon reduction strategies. Shapiro has contributed to heat pump innovation at Carrier Corporation, authored foundational heat pump theory, and holds multiple patents in HVAC technology. Education & Background: Founded Taitem Engineering (Ithaca, NY), a successful consulting firm where he remains a partner and board member. Research Interests: Heat pump optimization (air/water source, vertical stack), building shape efficiency metrics, energy code development emphasizing affordability. He developed the Ithaca Energy Code Supplement requiring 80% lower carbon emissions in new buildings by 2026. Awards: 2016 New York State Green Building Advocate of the Year; 2005 R&D100 award for energy analysis software (with NREL and NYSERDA). Grants & Labs: Collaborates with National Renewable Energy Lab and NYSERDA. Active in building science research through Syracuse CoE.

Christoph Reinhartمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Building Design
• Urban Energy Modeling
• Environmental Performance Evaluation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Christoph Reinhart is the Terri and Alan Spoon Professor of Architecture and Climate at MIT's School of Architecture + Planning. He leads the Sustainable Design Lab (SDL), focusing on environmental performance evaluation of buildings and neighborhoods through tools like UBEM.io. His work bridges academia and industry via companies like Solemma and MIT spin-off Mapdwell. He holds a doctorate in architecture from the Technical University of Karlsruhe and has authored over 160 peer-reviewed articles, including two textbooks on daylighting. His research spans sustainable design, urban energy modeling, and climate-responsive architecture. Key research interests include building energy efficiency, thermal comfort, daylighting, and urban microclimate analysis. His tools are used globally, aiding policymakers and practitioners in decarbonization strategies. Awards include the Fraunhofer Bessel Prize (2018) and IBPSA-USA's Distinguished Achievement Award (2016). Recent work emphasizes data-driven urban planning, such as linking energy use to climate patterns and quantifying carbon reduction pathways. Grants from NSF, DOE, and industry partners support his interdisciplinary teams. He advises cities on achieving emissions targets through calibrated building energy models and promotes equity in sustainable design access. Labs/Teams: Sustainable Design Lab (SDL), Solemma, UBEM.io. Collaborations include MIT's Department of Architecture and global institutions. His educational contributions include pioneering courses on sustainable design and mentoring over 50 students since 2012.

Andrew Sontaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Human-building interaction
• Building energy
• Occupant behavior
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Andrew Sonta is a Tenure Track Assistant Professor at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), leading the ETHOS Lab (Engineering and Technology for Human Oriented Sustainability). He also serves as Head of the Diversity Office at the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC). His expertise spans human-building interaction, sustainable design, and data-driven urban analysis. Sonta holds a PhD from Stanford University and conducted postdoctoral research at Columbia University's Data Science Institute. Education BS in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Northwestern University (2015) MS and PhD in Civil Engineering, Stanford University (2017, 2020) Research Focus Sonta’s work integrates computational tools with sustainability goals, addressing urban form, energy efficiency, and occupant behavior. Key areas include: - Data-driven building design for energy optimization - Machine learning for occupant behavior modeling - Social-environmental analysis of urban systems. His lab, ETHOS, emphasizes interdisciplinary solutions for societal and ecological challenges. Publications Recent work explores topics like walkability’s impact on social cohesion, occupant-centric energy systems, and global behavior databases. His research bridges urban informatics with machine learning to advance human-centric sustainability. Advising & Leadership He advises four PhD students and oversees the Diversity Office, promoting inclusivity in ENAC. Courses taught include sustainability frameworks, computational systems thinking, and energy-occupant dynamics in buildings. Labs & Teams Directs the ETHOS Lab, which collaborates on projects like the Global Building Occupant Behavior Database and smart energy systems. Engages with industry and academia to translate research into actionable sustainability strategies.

James O’Callaghanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Architectural Glass
• Building Envelopes
• Material Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

James O’Callaghan is a Professor of Architectural Glass at Delft University of Technology’s Faculty of Architecture and the Built Environment. He leads the Glass & Transparency Research Group, focusing on pushing boundaries in materiality, performance, and aesthetics of architectural glass. His research explores innovations like cast glass bricks, ultra-thin glass, and laminated glass structures. Prof. O’Callaghan has over 20 years of professional experience as a structural and façade engineer, co-founding Eckersley O’Callaghan. He has designed iconic glass elements for Apple Stores worldwide. Previously, he was a Visiting Professor at TU Delft (2015–2016) and taught at the University of Portsmouth. Awards: Includes the Milne Medal (2016), Phoenix Award (2017), Royal Academy of Engineering Fellowship (2018), and IStructE Gold Medal (2019). Professional Roles: Member of the UK Design Council Board, HS2 Design Panel, and South East Design Panel. His research emphasizes rigor, curiosity, and collaboration with students to innovate in material behavior and architectural applications.

Mauro Overendمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Structural Design
• Structural Mechanics
• Sustainable Building Design
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Mauro Overend serves as Professor of Structural Design & Mechanics within the Department of Architectural Engineering + Technology at Delft University of Technology's Faculty of Architecture and the Built Environment. His work focuses on improving mechanical performance and energy efficiency of buildings while addressing end-of-life material challenges in construction. Overend obtained his bachelor's degree in architecture and civil engineering in Malta, followed by a PhD in structural mechanics from a UK university in 2002. His career path included engineering consultancy work in London on cutting-edge building projects, then research positions at the universities of Nottingham and Cambridge before joining TU Delft. His research centers on sustainable structural solutions, particularly examining how traditional building materials like steel, concrete and glass can be used more efficiently throughout their lifecycle. Overend challenges the industry's focus on construction-phase efficiency by advocating for designs that consider material reuse and recycling. His "adaptive structures" approach includes innovations like "switchable insulation" components that adjust to heating or cooling needs using minimal energy, addressing the conflict between energy-efficient building envelopes and material recyclability. Recent publications reveal a strong focus on glass structures, seismic performance of building envelopes, and thermal resilience to climate change. His work bridges structural engineering with materials science and electrical engineering, exploring how smart systems can create more responsive buildings that use resources efficiently while maintaining safety. Overend emphasizes the importance of translating laboratory research into practical applications through partnerships with industry. As an educator, Overend prepares future designers to focus on conceptual design stages while leveraging computational tools for implementation. He teaches courses including MEGA, Technoledge Glass Structures, and Sustainable Architectural courses, emphasizing the integration of emerging technologies into building design processes.