جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Paola Leardiniمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sustainable Architecture
• Building Energy Efficiency
• Urban Resilience
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Paola Leardini holds dual roles as Director (Research) and Associate Professor at the University of Queensland's School of Architecture, Design and Planning, within the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology. Her work bridges design and performance in built environments, focusing on net-zero targets, urban resilience, and circular economy strategies in construction. She is a key researcher in the Centre for Future Building Structures and advises on Queensland’s social/affordable housing through the Design Excellence Panel. Leardini earned a PhD in building energy efficiency and environmental quality from Politecnico di Milano, supervised by Prof. P. Ole Fanger. Her educational journey includes studies in Milan, Berlin, Leicester, and Copenhagen. Research highlights include eco-retrofitting of historical districts (e.g., Milan’s Quartiere Mazzini), Passive House adaptations for subtropical climates, and timber construction innovations with the ARC Advance Timber Hub. She co-founded Passive House Institute New Zealand (PHINZ) and collaborates globally on projects like water-sensitive cities and flood-resilient urban design. Her recent publications emphasize timber’s role in sustainable construction, circular economy frameworks, and climate-responsive building systems. Advising includes leading an ARC Linkage project on adaptable housing while fostering industry partnerships through projects like Norman Creek Catchment flood resilience studies. She actively contributes to labs/teams advancing timber use and urban resilience, aligning with UQ's mission for future-ready built environments.

• Wood Science
• Structural Engineering
• Timber Mechanics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Marie Johansson is a Professor in Timber Engineering at the Department of Building Technology, Faculty of Technology, Linnaeus University. Her career spans teaching structural engineering in bachelor’s and master’s programs and leading research projects on wood quality, strength grading, and timber mechanics. Acting supervisor in two PhD projects Expert Team Leader for "Construction & Design" in BioInnovation SIO-programme Research Interests : Wood material properties (shape stability, stiffness, strength) Connection technology in timber structures Climate change adaptation in agriculture (Öland, Sweden) Modular multi-storey timber buildings Fiber orientation modeling for strength prediction Publication Trends : Recent work focuses on wind-induced vibrations in tall timber structures, 3D fiber orientation models, genetic selection for timber traits, and non-destructive evaluation of wood properties. Collaborations with international conferences (WCTE, ICEM) and institutions highlight her contributions to wood science and sustainable construction. Research Groups : Leads the Wood Building Technology group, emphasizing applied mechanics and industrialized timber construction.

Jeffrey Erochkoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Wood/Timber Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Earthquake Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jeffrey Erochko is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada. His research and teaching focus on structural engineering, particularly seismic-resistant and self-centering systems for timber and hybrid structures, as well as innovative pedagogical techniques in engineering education. B.A.Sc. Engineering Science, University of Toronto Ph.D., Civil Engineering, University of Toronto Prof. Erochko’s research spans advanced seismic design for timber buildings, hybrid simulation methods, fire performance of structural systems, and nonlinear dynamic analysis of multi-hazard scenarios. His work integrates experimental testing with computational models to enhance resilience in civil infrastructure. Key trends in his publications include hybrid timber-steel/concrete systems, self-centering dampers, nonlinear modeling of seismic responses, and fire safety engineering. His pedagogical contributions emphasize technology-driven assessment tools like micro-video projects and weighted rubrics. He leads the Carleton Hybrid Simulation Research Group and collaborates with the university’s multi-hazard infrastructure protection facility, which explores integrated experimental and computational approaches to natural hazards such as earthquakes, fire, blast, and wind.

• Structural Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
• Structural Health Monitoring
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Paul Fanning is a Full Professor at University College Dublin (UCD), holding dual roles as UCD International Dean for China and Provost of UCD’s three joint international colleges in China: Beijing-Dublin International College (BDIC), Chang’an Dublin International College of Transportation (CDIC), and Guangzhou-Dublin International College of Life Sciences & Technology (GDIC). He previously served as UCD Deputy Vice President for Global Engagement (2017–2019), overseeing global academic strategies and governance. As a Chartered Engineer and Fellow of the Institution of Engineers of Ireland, Fanning’s expertise spans structural engineering, with a focus on masonry arch bridges, structural health monitoring, and vibration serviceability. His research integrates advanced numerical modeling, field testing, and material science to address challenges in infrastructure sustainability and safety. Education: B.E. in Civil Engineering from UCD, PhD in Structural Engineering from the University of Surrey (UK). Post-PhD, he worked as a consultant engineer before returning to UCD in 1996. His academic leadership roles include Research Group Director, Head of Teaching & Learning, and Deputy Vice-Principal for Internationalization in the College of Engineering and Architecture. Research interests center on structural assessment techniques, including nonlinear finite element modeling of masonry arches, vibration response analysis of buildings and bridges, and the impact of non-structural elements on dynamic performance. He has led projects funded by the Irish government, including the 2017–2018 International Mobility Programme. Key achievements include pioneering methodologies for masonry arch bridge assessment and advancing understanding of pedestrian-induced vibrations in footbridges. His work on composite timber beams with welded-through dowels has redefined sustainable construction practices. Awards include Chartered Engineer status and Fellowship from the Institution of Engineers of Ireland. UCD’s joint colleges under his provostship exemplify international academic collaboration, blending Irish and Chinese educational frameworks. His grants and professional activities reflect a commitment to globalizing engineering education and infrastructure research.

Achim Mengesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Architecture
• Robotic Fabrication
• Biomimetic Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Achim Menges is a leading academic and researcher in architecture and computational design at the University of Stuttgart. As Director of the Institute for Computational Design and Construction (ICD), he focuses on interdisciplinary research into sustainable, digitally planned, and robotically manufactured building systems. He is renowned for pioneering projects like the livMatS Pavilion, a biomimetic structure made of robotically wound flax fibers, and for leading the IntCDC Excellence Cluster, Germany's only architecture-focused research consortium. His work integrates computational methods, material innovation, and robotic fabrication to advance resource-efficient and future-proof architectural practices. Research Interests: Menges explores biomimetic design, robotic fabrication, sustainable timber engineering, and circular construction systems. His projects often involve cross-disciplinary collaboration, such as with biologists from the University of Freiburg for the livMatS Pavilion. His methodologies emphasize open-ended experimentation and foundational insights to transform architectural practice. Awards: 2023 Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Prize (Germany’s top research honor) Labs/Teams: Institute for Computational Design and Construction (ICD), IntCDC Excellence Cluster Grants/Projects: Leibniz Prize funding ($2.5M), livMatS Pavilion, HYGROSHELL, Terra Incognita His publications span robotic construction workflows, bio-inspired materials, and collaborative human-robot systems, reflecting a commitment to bridging computational design, engineering, and fabrication for scalable, sustainable outcomes.

Rachel Couperمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Industrialised Construction
• Applied Design Research
• Mass Timber Construction
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr Rachel Couper is a Lecturer and Research Project Manager with the Future Building Initiative at Monash University. She holds a PhD in Architecture from the University of Sydney and specializes in bridging industry and research through applied design research, particularly in mass timber construction, industrialized building, and offsite construction. Her role as Project Manager for the Building 4.0 CRC Lighthouse Projects involves developing innovative solutions and prototypes for the construction industry. Trained in both architecture and art, she also engages in design practice through temporary pavilions and art installations. Education: PhD in Architecture, University of Sydney (2017) MArch(Hons), University of Sydney (2012) Bachelor of Architecture, University of Sydney (2009) Bachelor of Arts (Visual), Southern Cross University (1996) Research Interests: Industrialized construction, modular design, sustainable materials, and prototyping. Her work emphasizes practical applications and collaboration between academia and industry to address challenges in modern construction practices. Recent projects include the Innovation in Advanced Manufacture of Multi-Storey Housing CRC-Project and the NCHA Independent Living Lab Prototyping Project. Awards: Byera Hadley Travelling Scholarship (2014) Advising & Grants: Rachel leads multiple research projects funded by industry and government collaborations, including roles in the Building 4.0 CRC and Project #61: Building Productivity. She actively contributes to interdisciplinary teams focused on scalability, logistics optimization, and sustainable building innovations. Labs/Teams: Core member of the Future Building Initiative and lead in the Building 4.0 CRC Prototyping and Fabrication Technologies Theme. Collaborates with global networks in architectural design, engineering, and construction management.

• Innovation Diffusion
• Knowledge Integration
• Sustainability
• +۵ مورد دیگر

John Lindgren is a Lecturer at Halmstad University's Academy of Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Sustainability. His research focuses on innovation diffusion, knowledge integration, sustainability transitions, and systemic innovations in the construction sector. He has explored topics like industrialized timber-based housing systems, digitalization in construction, and project-based teaching methodologies. Lindgren's work bridges academic research with practical applications, emphasizing cross-sector collaboration and pedagogical innovation. His doctoral thesis (2018) investigated systemic innovation diffusion in construction, while recent publications address sustainability reporting, gender mainstreaming in education, and EU taxonomy impacts on real estate markets. He actively contributes to both scholarly conferences and industry-oriented knowledge dissemination.

Simon Tremlمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Computational Design
• Robotic Fabrication
• Sustainable Timber Construction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Simon Treml is a doctoral researcher and research associate at the Institute of Computational Design and Construction (ICD) at the University of Stuttgart , focusing on resource-efficient timber building systems that integrate computational design and robotic fabrication. He is part of the Cluster of Excellence IntCDC and works on the Multi-Storey Wood Building System project. Education : B.Sc. in Architecture (Technical University of Vienna), M.A. and M.Sc. in Architecture and Integrative Technologies (State Academy of Art and Design Stuttgart, University of Stuttgart). Research : Explores computational methods for timber construction, including lifecycle assessments and robotic manufacturing innovations. Teaching : Advised ITECH Master thesis on finite element simulation of timber systems and contributed to studio advising at State Academy of Art and Design Stuttgart. Presentations : Delivered lectures on topics like livMatS Biomimetic Shell and Robotic Fabrication of Segmented Timber Shells at international conferences. Professional : Registered architect in Germany with prior experience in Austria and Germany.

Antti Haapalaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Technologies
• Wood Materials Science
• Forest Bioeconomy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Antti Haapala is a Professor at the Department of Chemistry and Sustainable Technology, Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology, University of Eastern Finland. He leads the Sustainable Technologies education program and focuses on wood and woody biomass within the forest bioeconomy framework, emphasizing green solutions for wood modification, preservation, fire retardancy, and chemical biorefining. His work extends to nanocellulose applications and fiber processing innovations. Research Themes: Wood preservation, geopolymer treatments, antifungal properties, microplastics analysis, and climate-resilient building materials. Projects: FOEBE, Wood-TKI investments, forest bioeconomy collaborations with Japan and USA, and energy/materials development initiatives in North Karelia. His 15 most recent publications span wood modification techniques (e.g., geopolymer impregnation, tannin treatments), fungal decay resistance, climate change adaptation in timber construction, and sustainable biocomposites. Collaborative studies with European and Japanese institutions highlight his international impact.

• Structural Fire Engineering
• Timber Construction Fire Safety
• Fire Testing Methodologies
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Mika Alanen serves as a Doctoral Researcher at Tampere University's Fire Laboratory within the Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Built Environment. Employed since 2011, he is actively pursuing his PhD with a thesis focused on cross-laminated timber (CLT) behavior during compartment fire cooling phases. His work is conducted under the Graduate School of Industrial Timber Construction framework. Alanen holds a Master of Science (Technology) in Civil Engineering from Tampere University (2018). His research expertise centers on structural fire resistance , fire safety engineering , and advanced fire testing methodologies . He specializes in timber construction fire performance, particularly CLT systems and innovative dovetail massive wooden boards, combining experimental fire testing with numerical modeling to evaluate structural integrity under fire conditions. Analysis of his 2021-2026 publications reveals consistent focus on timber fire safety, with significant contributions to understanding charring rates, connection behaviors in fire, and regulatory frameworks for multi-story timber buildings. His work demonstrates strong international collaboration through projects like ECOSAFE and comparative studies between Finland and New Zealand. As a core member of Tampere University's Fire Laboratory, Alanen contributes to developing cost-effective, environmentally friendly fire-safe timber construction solutions. His research directly supports industry standards through experimental validation of novel timber products and hybrid structural systems.

Giorgio Marfellaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Tall Building Design
• Construction Technology
• Architectural History
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Giorgio Marfella is a Senior Lecturer in Architecture and Construction at the University of Melbourne's Melbourne School of Design, where he has been a full-time academic since 2014. He coordinates core subjects in Architectural and Construction Technology for Master's programs in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, and Construction Management. His expertise spans tall building design, construction technology history, and the intersection of architectural innovation with materials science. Marfella holds a PhD in Architecture from the University of Melbourne and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Florence. Prior to academia, he worked for over a decade in architectural practice, specializing in facade design for residential, commercial, and institutional projects globally. He is a registered architect in Victoria and actively collaborates with industry bodies like the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) and the Society for the History of Technology (SHOT). His research focuses on techno-economic dynamics of tall buildings, sustainable material adoption (e.g., timber), and the historical legacy of architectural innovations. Recent work examines systemic risks in the architecture sector and the cultural implications of skyscrapers. He regularly contributes to public discourse through media interviews and conference speaking engagements. Marfella’s publications span over two decades, analyzing topics such as glass industry impacts, tubular structural engineering, and the future of timber in high-rise construction. His affiliations include leadership roles in interdisciplinary research groups like ACAHUCH (Architecture, Construction & Heritage History Unit of the University of Melbourne).

• Sustainable Construction
• Life Cycle Assessment
• Wood-based Construction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ali Amiri serves as a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Department of Built Environment at Aalto University's School of Engineering, specializing in sustainable construction systems with emphasis on wood-based building technologies. His research integrates environmental science, engineering, and urban policy to quantify carbon impacts across building lifecycles. His primary research interests focus on wood construction decarbonization , where he pioneers methodologies for measuring embodied carbon displacement factors and whole-life carbon accounting in urban contexts. Work spans technical analysis of multi-storey wood systems, circular material flows including mycelium-wood composites, and policy frameworks for scaling sustainable construction. Key contributions include establishing wood's role in urban carbon storage and identifying technical barriers to mass timber adoption. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2022-2025) reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) Quantifying wood construction's GHG reduction potential through displacement factor modeling, (2) Developing spatiotemporal carbon assessment tools for urban districts, and (3) Innovating circular material systems like bio-composites. His work consistently bridges technical engineering with urban policy, featuring collaborations across Nordic research networks. As a core member of Aalto's Real Estate research group, Amiri contributes to projects examining sustainable urban development pathways. His current work leverages Finland's wood construction leadership to develop transferable frameworks for global urban decarbonization, with emerging focus on mycelium-based insulation materials and policy mechanisms for accelerating circular building practices.

• Wood Construction
• Production Development
• Industrial Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tobias Schauerte is a Professor at Linnaeus University's Department of Mechanical Engineering within the Faculty of Technology. He serves as program director for the Bachelor's program in Industrial Engineering and teaches courses in industrial economics, strategic management, and production management. His research focuses on the wooden house industry with emphasis on production development, business strategy, and internationalization, supported by over 15 years of industry experience. His research portfolio includes active projects like Competitive timber structures – Resource efficiency and climate benefits along the wood value chain through engineering design and Smart Dat (automation and digitalization for SMEs). Completed projects address topics such as competence development for professionals and advanced mechanical engineering courses for industry needs. Recent publications analyze productivity trends in off-site timber construction, economic distress metrics in wooden housing firms, and automation potential in window installation systems. He contributes to the Linnaeus University Centre for Competitive Timber Structures and Smart Industry Group , an interdisciplinary team combining computer science and mechanical engineering expertise. His work bridges academic research with industry applications through collaborations like the Torparängen urban development project in Växjö, and he has published extensively in journals like Wood Material Science & Engineering and Pro Ligno , alongside presentations at international conferences including the Swedish Production Symposium and World Conference on Timber Engineering .

• Computational mechanics of wood
• Timber engineering
• Structural analysis
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Sigurdur Ormarsson is a Professor of Timber Engineering with a specialization in computational mechanics of wood at Linnaeus University's Department of Building Technology, where he holds the prestigious Linnéprofessuren. His academic career spans over two decades with significant contributions to timber engineering research and education. Faculty of Technology, Linnaeus University Department of Building Technology Linnéprofessuren holder Doctoral degree from Chalmers University of Technology Professor Ormarsson's research focuses on the computational mechanics of wood and timber structures, with particular expertise in moisture-related deformations, time-dependent behaviors, and structural stability. His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications in the timber industry, addressing challenges in sustainable multi-story timber construction. He has developed advanced numerical models (1D/2D/3D) for predicting moisture-induced stresses, cracking, and fatigue in wood products under varying environmental conditions. His research integrates reversible hygro-elasticity, mechano-sorption, viscoelasticity, and irreversible plasticity to create comprehensive simulation tools. His research group utilizes state-of-the-art experimental facilities including servo-hydraulic testing machines and the ARAMIS digital image correlation system to validate computational models. Current research trends show a strong focus on modular timber construction systems, with numerous publications on light-frame timber modules, structural behavior under various loading conditions, and innovative connection techniques. His work demonstrates increasing emphasis on full-scale testing combined with numerical modeling to address real-world engineering challenges in timber construction. Linnéprofessuren award Professor Ormarsson actively supervises research students and collaborates with industry partners to develop new timber products and construction methods. His completed research projects include 'Design of innovative modular-based multi-storey timber buildings' and 'Performance prediction of a biobased product,' demonstrating strong industry engagement. He leads two research groups: 'Connections in Timber Structures' which investigates mechanical behavior of various connection types, and 'Wood Building Technology' which focuses on applied mechanics in timber construction. The Department of Building Technology at Linnaeus University provides advanced experimental facilities for Professor Ormarsson's research, including digital image correlation systems and servo-hydraulic testing equipment at material, component, and structural levels. His research environment supports both fundamental studies of wood mechanics and applied research addressing industry needs for sustainable timber construction solutions.

Theresa Müllerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Building Physics
• Acoustic Engineering
• Timber Construction
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Theresa Müller is a doctoral researcher at the Institute for Acoustics and Building Physics (IABP) of the University of Stuttgart, affiliated with the Cluster of Excellence IntCDC. Her work focuses on computational design and multi-storey timber building systems, emphasizing acoustic and hygrothermal performance. Research Projects: RP3-1 & RP3-2 - Multi-Storey Wood Building Systems Associated Project: Universal Timber Slab Her research integrates building physics, vibration control, and sustainability in timber construction, utilizing numerical methods for acoustic and thermal analysis. Recent publications explore impact sound reduction, tuned mass dampers, and eco-balancing of wood systems. Contact: Pfaffenwaldring 7, Stuttgart, Germany. Office hours: Wednesdays 1:30–2:30 p.m. (Room V7 2.007).