Roger Boltshauser is a Full Professor and Deputy Head at the Department of Architecture, ETH Zurich. His practice and academic work emphasize tectonic building culture, proportion, and material experimentation, diverging from mainstream German-Swiss architectural trends. He combines teaching with active architectural practice, influencing younger generations at ETH and TU Wien. Key themes: Tectonic structures, grid-based order, social responsibility in architecture, critique of modernist canons Notable projects: Hochhaus H1 Zwhatt-Areal (2025), Masterplan Zoo Basel (2025), Centre for Dental Medicine Zurich (2025) His buildings prioritize mass and permanence , evident in projects like the Kopfholz School and Rauch House . Recent works at the EPFL Solar Biennale (2025) and Architecture of Memory exhibition (2025) explore sustainable design and cultural narratives. Boltshauser’s studio on Dubsstrasse exemplifies research into load-bearing structures and urban spatial relationships.
Dr. Samuel Cheng is an Associate Professor at the Gallogly College of Engineering , University of Oklahoma , specializing in Electrical and Computer Engineering . He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Texas A&M University (2004), preceded by M.S. and M.Phil. degrees from the University of Hawaii and Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Education: B.S. (University of Hong Kong, 1995), M.Phil. (HKUST, 1997), M.S. (University of Hawaii, 2000), Ph.D. (Texas A&M, 2004) Professional Experience: Senior Research Engineer at Advanced Digital Imaging Research (2004-2005), prior internships at Microsoft Asia and Panasonic Technologies His research focuses on Information Theory , Signal and Image Processing , and Pattern Recognition , with applications in remote sensing, urbanization analysis, and disaster monitoring. His publications span topics including urban impervious surface mapping , nighttime light analysis , and machine learning for environmental data . His work often integrates multi-source datasets (e.g., Landsat, LiDAR, social media) for spatiotemporal modeling. Technical Expertise: Spectral unmixing, machine learning, thermal remote sensing, GIS integration Key Applications: Power outage detection, vegetation-crime correlation, PM2.5 estimation, smart meter data fusion Dr. Cheng holds three US patents in digital watermarking and is affiliated with IEEE, Sigma Xi, and AAAS. His recent articles demonstrate a trend toward leveraging AI for remote sensing challenges and analyzing urbanization impacts on ecosystems.
Brad Campbell is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Virginia, where he is a member of the Link Lab, a cross-disciplinary research group focused on cyber-physical systems. His research centers on designing and building scalable, effective, and unobtrusive embedded systems for the Internet of Things, with applications in smart buildings, smart cities, and personal health. His work spans hardware design, networking, and cloud infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on energy-harvesting systems, low-power wireless communication, and resilient embedded operating systems. He has led projects such as the Living Link Lab, a heavily instrumented smart building testbed, and has developed open-source platforms for self-powered sensing and IoT ecosystems. His recent publications reflect a strong trend toward privacy-preserving federated learning, contactless occupancy sensing using WiFi and light, decentralized edge computing, and sustainable IoT systems. These works are published in top venues including SenSys, BuildSys, MobiCom, and IPSN, indicating a high impact in the systems and networking community. NSF CAREER Award (2022) Best Paper Award at DFHS’19 Multiple graduate fellowships and teaching awards for his students UVA Engineering Endowed Graduate Fellowships Link Lab Seminar Award CPS Rising Star recognition Brad Campbell has advised numerous PhD and master’s students, many of whom have gone on to academic and industry roles. He has secured significant research funding, including from the NSF, and has contributed to curriculum development in cyber-physical systems. He is actively involved in teaching courses on computer networking, IoT, and operating systems, and has co-taught wireless IoT courses across multiple institutions. His lab focuses on real-world deployment of IoT systems, emphasizing scalability, fault tolerance, and long-term sustainability. He continues to push the boundaries of what embedded systems can achieve in everyday environments, from homes to cities.
Dr Mark Hammond is a Senior Lecturer and Deputy Research Lead at the Manchester School of Architecture , affiliated with Manchester Metropolitan University . His research investigates the intersections between architecture and urban ageing, focusing on housing inequality, spatial justice, and participatory design methodologies. Hammond collaborates extensively with local government and communities, including a two-year secondment at the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (2018-2021) and ongoing projects like Co-creating Age-Friendly Social Housing (2022-2025). Current Research : Urban Ageing, Spatial Justice, Participatory Design Publications : Author of A Design for Life: Urban Practices for an Age-Friendly City (2021), co-editor of Reimagining Age-Friendly Cities (2024) Awards : Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Academic Affiliation : Manchester Metropolitan University Email: m.hammond@mmu.ac.uk
Associate Professor Antony Moulis is a faculty member at the University of Queensland's School of Architecture, Design and Planning, where he also serves as Deputy Head of School. He holds a Bachelor of Design Studies and a Bachelor degree from UQ. His research focuses on productive cities, urban retrofit, and global architectural knowledge transfer, with notable contributions to books like House, Precinct, Territory (2023) and Le Corbusier in the Antipodes (2021). He collaborates with industry on projects addressing micro-urban resilience, energy transitions, and cross-cultural architectural exchanges. Research interests include urban infill housing strategies, architectural techniques from the 20th to 21st century, and the global influence of figures like Le Corbusier. He led UQ's participation in the Water Sensitive Cities CRC, focusing on green infrastructure and urban intensification. Awards include the 2025 Architecture Australia Prize for Unbuilt Work and multiple Queensland Architecture Awards for collaborative designs like the Blue Bower and One Room Tower. His work spans academic and professional journals, with over 50 articles and 4 books. He has supervised numerous research projects and contributed to exhibitions at venues like the Seoul Biennale. Moulis is a past President of the Society of Architectural Historians, Australia and New Zealand (SAHANZ), and actively engages in architectural historiography and design pedagogy.
Dr. Nan Liu is a Senior Lecturer in Real Estate at the University of Aberdeen Business School, where she has been a faculty member since 2012. She serves as Head of the Real Estate group and is actively involved in research and teaching. Her office is located in the Edward Wright Building, Dunbar Street, Aberdeen. Position: Senior Lecturer Institution: University of Aberdeen School: Business School Department: Real Estate Email: nan.liu@abdn.ac.uk Phone: +44 (0)1224 272211 Dr. Liu's research focuses on residential and commercial real estate, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and innovation. Her key interests include Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors in real estate, energy efficiency, flexible working spaces, tokenisation of real estate assets, investment behaviours, and governance of the built environment. She also explores urban studies and housing market dynamics, particularly in Scotland. Her recent publications (2025–2012) demonstrate a consistent focus on ESG in commercial real estate, green building premiums, flexible workspace tenancy, housing market transparency, and the impact of economic cycles on energy efficiency. She has published in top journals such as Urban Studies , Energy , Journal of Property Research , and International Review of Financial Analysis . Her work often combines empirical analysis with policy implications, especially in the context of sustainability and urban transition. Dr. Liu is actively involved in research funding and supervision. She currently supervises PhD students in real estate, including Fernanda Antunes, whose project focuses on coworking dynamics. She has secured research grants from the RICS Research Trust and the Carnegie Trust for Scottish Universities for projects on distributed ledgers in real estate and cladding issues in high-rise buildings, respectively. She teaches courses such as Land and Property Economics (PO2009), Principles of Property Valuation (PO2509), and Real Estate Research (BU5030), contributing to both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Her academic leadership includes coordinating courses and guiding the Real Estate research group. Dr. Liu is affiliated with the Centre for Real Estate Research at the University of Aberdeen, which supports interdisciplinary research in property markets, sustainability, and urban development. She collaborates with colleagues such as Professor Hutchison and has co-authored multiple publications with researchers like Y. Zhao and D. Lo.
Associate Professor Fiona Andrews is a leading academic at Deakin University , affiliated with the Faculty of Health and the School of Health and Social Development . As co-Leader of the HOME Research Hub, she bridges health, built environment, and social sciences to address Australia's housing crisis through interdisciplinary approaches. Doctor of Philosophy, University of Birmingham Master of Health Science, La Trobe University Diploma in Community Health, La Trobe University Bachelor of Science, University of Reading Her research focuses on the intersection of health and the built environment , emphasizing: Family-friendly apartment design Health impacts of housing quality Social integration in microvillages Public space equity Urban sustainability Qualitative methodologies (especially photo-narrative) Recent publications analyze: Kitchen design impacts on health Apartment communal spaces Co-housing models Future-proof hospital architecture Interim housing solutions Policy-informed urban planning Scientific Recognition : 2018 School of Health & Social Development Research Excellence Award She supervises doctoral candidates in architecture and health fields, chairs postgraduate thesis units, and secures grants from organizations including City of Greater Geelong and Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation . Her work directly influences Victorian government housing policies through commissioned research.
Anne Templeton serves as a Senior Lecturer in Social Psychology at the University of Edinburgh's School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences. She holds a UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship and leads the research group Identities and Collective Behaviour . Her academic journey includes a PhD from Sussex, MSc from Surrey, and MA (hons) from St Andrews. Her research centers on applying social identity theory to crowd psychology, particularly examining how group dynamics influence safety during emergencies and mass events. Key focus areas include: psychological crowd modeling, first responder communication strategies, and incorporating social identities into evacuation simulations. She develops behavioral interventions to improve public adherence during crises through computational modeling and virtual reality experiments. Her 15 most recent publications reveal strong thematic consistency across emergency management, crowd dynamics, and social identity applications. Recent work emphasizes high-rise evacuation protocols, tunnel fire egress, COP26 protest support mechanisms, and bystander CPR interventions. The research demonstrates interdisciplinary integration of psychology, computational modeling, and public safety practice. Scientific Recognition: UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship (2022) Research Leadership: Principal Investigator for ESRC, DCMS, and Chief Nursing Office grants totaling over £1.8 million, including the £1.377m UKRI project on first responder communication strategies. Current supervision of four PhD students (Waleed Alhajri, Sam Vo, Sayaka Hinata, Kayleigh Smith). Her knowledge exchange extends through government advisory roles including the Scottish Government COVID-19 Behavioural Insights team (2021-2022), UK Department of Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Science Board (2021), and Sports Grounds Safety Authority consultation (2020). Media engagements feature BBC, Reuters, and The Conversation coverage of Hajj crowd safety and stadium atmosphere research.
Dr. Marianne Touchie is an Associate Professor jointly appointed in the Departments of Civil & Mineral Engineering and Mechanical & Industrial Engineering at the University of Toronto. She serves as Director of the Building Energy and Indoor Environment Lab and holds the Canada Research Chair in Sustainable Urban Housing. Dr. Touchie earned her BASc (2009) and PhD (2014) in Civil Engineering from the University of Toronto, with postdoctoral work at Toronto Atmospheric Fund. Research Focus: Her interdisciplinary program centers on optimizing building performance through energy-efficient retrofits that enhance indoor environmental quality. Key areas include: HVAC system optimization and ventilation efficacy in high-rises Thermal/acoustic comfort and occupant well-being metrics Lifecycle analysis of sustainable housing forms Climate-resilient building codes and policy frameworks Publications: Her recent work (2023-2025) demonstrates strong emphasis on field-based validation of retrofit strategies, climate adaptation in building codes, and holistic assessment of housing sustainability. Dominant themes include multi-unit residential building (MURB) performance, co-benefits quantification of retrofits, and occupant-centered design. Awards & Honors: McCharles Prize for Early Career Research Distinction (2022) Early Career Teaching Award (2022) ASHRAE New Investigator Award (2018) OBEC Rising Star Award (2021) Clean 50 – Canada (2020) Leadership: She leads 15+ projects with industry/government partners (e.g., Toronto Community Housing), supervises 40+ graduate students, and serves as President of the Building Science Specialist Board of Canada. Her lab develops novel assessment tools like Photovoice and CONTAM simulations for retrofit validation.
Dr. Jin Woo is a Senior Lecturer in Building Science at RMIT University's School of PCPM. He focuses on sustainable/green building design, indoor environmental quality (IEQ), and evidence-based design. His research bridges architectural design with occupant well-being, emphasizing energy efficiency and user-centric approaches. Woo has supervised PhD/Masters research on topics including AI-aided net-zero design, daylighting systems, and healthcare facility management. Key accomplishments include awards for his thesis on sustainable urban development (2007) and universal design competition (2006). He holds editorial roles at the Australasian Journal of Construction Economics and Building and is a member of the International Society of Indoor Air Quality and Climate (ISIAQ). Industrial experience includes roles as a registered architectural engineer and interior architect. Teaching interests span green building operation, environmental comfort, and post-occupancy evaluation. Recent research outputs (2020–2024) address ventilation strategies in aged care facilities, school classroom air quality, and BIM-based performance monitoring. Over 30 peer-reviewed articles and 15+ conference papers reflect his contributions to building science and sustainable design.
Anne Cormier is a Full Professor at the School of Architecture within the Faculty of Planning at Université de Montréal, where she served as Director from 2007 to 2015. She is a founding member of Atelier Big City since 1987, an architectural studio focused on developing innovative intervention strategies and exploring the potential of public spaces through competitions, idea calls, exploratory studies, and direct commissions. Her work has earned numerous distinctions including the Prix de Rome from the Canada Council for the Arts and the Grand Prix d'Excellence from the Ordre des Architectes du Québec. She holds an architecture degree from McGill University and studied urban architecture under Jean-Louis Cohen at the Unité Pédagogique d'Architecture Paris-Villemin in France. Her professional experience includes teaching invitations at Cornell University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, University of Toronto, and University of Calgary. She has served on the Bureau of the Ordre des Architectes du Quebec (1993-1995), editorial boards of journals ARQ (1993-present) and Trames (1990-95), and currently serves on the OAQ Competitions Committee (since 2009) and the Advisory Committee on Urban Planning, Design and Real Estate of the National Capital Commission (Ottawa) (since 2008). Cormier's research focuses on social housing as a space for creation, innovation, and criticism in Canadian city centers and contemporary architectural projects. Her work combines relevant thematic research with inventive use of materials and assemblies, guided by Atelier Big City's slogan 'Make architecture a public policy,' emphasizing architecture's public dimension. She is deeply involved in documenting and analyzing contemporary architectural design approaches, particularly in competition settings, with a focus on Canadian and Quebec cultural contexts. Her recent publications demonstrate consistent engagement with social housing, urban architecture, architectural competitions, and the relationship between architecture and public policy. The recurring themes across her work include the exploration of social housing as a creative space, the integration of architecture into urban environments, and the critical examination of architectural practice through competitions and design processes. Her publications span architectural theory, social housing, urban design, and architectural competitions, reflecting her commitment to making architecture a public policy. Her scientific recognition includes: Prix de Rome du Conseil de Arts du Canada Grand Prix d'excellence de l'Ordre des Architectes du Québec Prix Margolese National Design for Living (2017) Multiple Governor General's Medals Canadian Architect Excellence Awards Cormier has supervised PhD students including Shannon Pirie (2016) on 'Finding the idea of home,' and has secured significant research funding including SSHRC Partnership Grants for 'Quality in Canada's Built Environment: Roadmaps to Equity, Social Value and Sustainability' (2022-2028) and 'Potentiels de la qualité architecturale' (2022-2027). Her work bridges academic research, professional practice, and public engagement, contributing significantly to architectural discourse in Canada and internationally. She is actively involved with LEAP (Laboratoire d'étude de l'architecture potentielle), where her research focuses on social housing as a space for creation, innovation, and criticism in Canadian urban centers. The laboratory's work examines contemporary architectural projects through four research axes: reasoned digital documentation and analysis of architectural projects, critical history of contemporary Canadian architecture, development of research-creation works, and development of pedagogical devices for architectural design teaching and reflective practices in planning.
Peter Schwehr is a Professor and Head of the Competence Center for Typology and Planning in Architecture at the Hochschule Luzern - Technik & Architektur (HSLU T&A). He also serves as an Honorarprofessor at TU Berlin and leads the Institute of Architecture (IAR) ad interim. His roles include research leadership in urban transformation, sustainable building, and architectural typology. Educational Background: 2004: Dr.-Ing. (Technical University of Stuttgart) 1996: Dipl.-Ing. in Architecture (Technical University of Stuttgart) Additional qualifications in didactics and emergency services Research Focus: Transformations of buildings and neighborhoods in sustainable contexts, evolutionary architectural processes, interdisciplinary planning methods, and architectural theory emphasizing 'open architecture.' Key projects include Hybridize the Ordinary , Low Tech High Rise , and Smart Density . Publications & Articles: Over 50 peer-reviewed works, book chapters, and reports focusing on urban quality, retrofitting strategies, and modular building systems. Recent themes include density optimization, post-anthropocentric urbanism, and resilient architecture. Awards: 1st Prize for the TU Berlin competition project 'Mikrowohnen barrierefrei?' (2021). Grants & Collaborations: Led projects funded by Innosuisse, BFE, and BWO, including Wertvermehrende Sanierungsstrategien and SanStrat . Active in national networks like Brenet and SIA. Labs & Teams: Directs the Competence Center for Typology and Planning (CCTP), organizing interdisciplinary workshops and international conferences on urban challenges.
Veronica Garcia Hansen is an Associate Professor in the School of Architecture & Built Environment at Queensland University of Technology (QUT). Her research focuses on the interplay between building design and performance, emphasizing visual/thermal comfort, human health/wellbeing, and innovative methodologies using sensors, machine learning, and VR. She is an internationally recognized expert in high-performance building envelopes, daylighting, and lighting's non-visual health effects. Her 2020 WiSTEM2D award ($250k grant) supported 'healing environments in hospitals via efficient lighting design,' one of six global awards selected from 550 applications. Education: PhD (Queensland University of Technology), BArch (Other). Professional memberships include AIA, ASA, ISES, CIE (Division 3 Editor), and multiple editorial roles. Research Leadership: HDR Training Coordinator (2019–2021), Deputy Academic Lead (Architecture), and leader of QUT's Design Lab 'Emerging Technologies' program. She chairs CIE Division 3 (Interior Environment & Lighting Design) and represents Australia in IEA Task 61. Awards & Recognition: 2020 Johnson & Johnson Scholar; 2003 Asian Innovation Award (Bronze); Division Editor roles; and leadership in global architectural science initiatives. Supervision & Grants: Advised over 100 postgraduate students and led projects like 'Designing Healthy and Efficient Luminous Environments' (LP150100179). Current supervision includes lighting design strategies for healthcare staff wellbeing. Labs/Teams: Core member of QUT's Design Lab, focusing on emerging technologies and interdisciplinary architectural science research.
Tom Holbrook is an Adjunct Professor at the School of AUD, RMIT University, Australia. His research focuses on urban planning, architectural innovation, and sustainable development. He has led projects addressing waterfront redevelopment, climate adaptation, and generative design practices. Notable works include the 'New Cross Area Framework' and 'Lea River Park,' which integrate ecological and social dimensions into urban spaces. Holbrook has been recognized with awards such as the New London Awards 2021 and the European Prize for Urban Public Space 2018. His teaching and supervision span topics like 'Integrating Waterfront Redevelopment' and 'Moscow’s Ambiguous Urban Culture.' He collaborates on projects blending disciplinary approaches in architecture and urbanism, as detailed in his book Expanding Disciplinarity in Architectural Practice . Holbrook’s work emphasizes interdisciplinary methods, resilience strategies, and community engagement in urban contexts. Key awards include RIBA Awards for architectural excellence and contributions to cultural quarter planning. His research outputs span creative works, books, and journal articles addressing public space design, energy masterplanning, and hybrid architectural forms.
Dr. Sara Omrani is a Senior Lecturer in Virtual Design & Construction at the School of Architecture & Built Environment, Queensland University of Technology (QUT). She holds a PhD from QUT and specializes in energy efficiency, natural ventilation, building physics, BIM, thermal comfort, and passive design. Her research focuses on optimizing building design for sustainability, particularly in high-rise and residential structures, and integrates technologies like BIM and machine learning for improved construction practices. Dr. Omrani has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed publications and led projects addressing climate change impacts on buildings and sustainable construction decision-making. She actively supervises PhD students on topics ranging from BIM frameworks to apartment sustainability and solar energy potential. Her work bridges environmental science, engineering, and architectural design, promoting interdisciplinary solutions for resilient built environments. Education: PhD (Queensland University of Technology) Research Projects: Includes an Australian Competitive Grant-funded initiative on inter-generational living campuses and sustainability information provision for residential sectors. Research Interests: Thermal comfort, natural ventilation optimization, BIM integration, and sustainable construction materials. Recent work explores photovoltaic systems, precast concrete feasibility, and climate change adaptation in building design. Awards: Member of the ISO 41000 Sustainable Development Task Group (2020). Teaching: Courses include UXB100 Design Thinking for the Built Environment and DEH701 Research Methods.
