جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Microfinance
• Corporate Governance
• Social Enterprises
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marc Labie is a Full Professor and 1st Vice-Rector at the University of Mons, specializing in Management and Organizational Studies. His research focuses on microfinance, corporate governance, social enterprises, and financial inclusion, with a particular emphasis on hybrid organizations and cooperative models. Key Research Areas: Microfinance, Corporate Governance, Social Enterprises, Financial Inclusion, Cooperatives, Organizational Identification Recent Publications: 2024 Handbook contribution on cooperatives and circular economy, 2023 European Management Review article on organizational identification His work analyzes governance mechanisms in microfinance institutions, interest rate caps, and systemic crises in microcredit markets. He has presented extensively at international conferences including EMES, EURAM, and European Research Conference on Microfinance. Labie serves as co-editor for major publications like The Handbook of Microfinance and A Research Agenda for Financial Inclusion , contributing to both theoretical and practical frameworks in development economics.

Scott Krayenhoffمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Urban Climate Modeling
• Urban Heat Islands
• Climate Change Adaptation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Scott Krayenhoff is an Associate Professor at the University of Guelph, specializing in urban climate modeling and adaptation. He leads the Urban Climate Adaptation Lab, focusing on mitigating urban heat islands, assessing climate change impacts, and developing numerical models for urban environments. His work emphasizes the role of street trees, cool materials, and photovoltaic systems in enhancing urban liveability. Education: Ph.D. in Geography (University of British Columbia), M.Sc. in Geography (University of Western Ontario), B.Sc. (Hons) in Atmospheric Science (University of British Columbia). Research interests include urban heat mitigation, pedestrian thermal comfort, regional climate modeling, and the local climate effects of urban vegetation. He develops tools like WRF-Comfort and VCWG to simulate urban microclimates and assess adaptation strategies. Key contributions include evaluating photovoltaic panel impacts, prioritizing heat adaptation infrastructure, and quantifying tree-planting benefits. His lab collaborates globally on projects addressing climate resilience and equity in urban environments.

Mahsan Sadeghiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Building Physics
• Thermal Comfort
• Urban Heat Island Mitigation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Mahsan Sadeghi is a Research Scientist at CSIRO and an Honorary Senior Research Fellow at the University of Sydney's School of Architecture, Design and Planning . She leads Australia’s national project on the Australian Residential Overheating Model , addressing urban heat impacts on health and energy use. Her work bridges architecture, climate adaptation, and public health. PhD in Architecture (University of Sydney, 2018) CSIRO Early Research Career (CERC) Fellow (2021–2024) NHMRC Postdoctoral Fellow (2019–2021) Affiliate of NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence for Safe Air Her research focuses on climate-sensitive building design , urban heat mitigation , and health impacts of overheating . Key projects include greening infrastructure analysis, ventilation systems for thermal comfort, and policy development for housing air-conditioning. 2023–2024: Funded by Australian National University for indoor environment and sleep studies 2019–2020: Industry grants for zero energy residences and wind tower design 2017–2019: CRC-funded studies on urban heat island mitigation and CO2 reduction Scientific awards include: NHMRC Postdoctoral Fellowship Climate Change, Human Health, and Social Impacts Node Grant Commissioned by Western Australia Government for housing policy She contributes to public policy through parliamentary submissions and co-authored a position paper on clean air legislation.

David Allinsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Building Physics
• Energy Efficiency
• Sustainable Building Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor David Allinson leads the Building Energy Research Group (BERG) at Loughborough University, focusing on transforming building performance for a zero-carbon future. He holds a BEng (Hons), MSc (Eng), PhD, and PGCAP, and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). His work integrates measurement and modeling to evaluate energy efficiency, thermal performance, and moisture management in buildings. Key projects include developing the Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) 11 and evaluating technologies like SMETER through large-scale field trials. Research emphasizes test houses with synthetic occupants, the Loughborough Hygrothermal Test Facility, and post-occupancy evaluations. Completed doctoral researchers include studies on zonal heating controls, energy flexibility in buildings, and community energy schemes. His expertise spans ventilation optimization, hygrothermal simulation, and policy-driven energy feedback systems. Notable projects include the EPSRC-funded Active Buildings Centre and SCENe (Sustainable Community Energy Networks), alongside Innovate UK initiatives. He collaborates internationally through IEA EBC Annex71 and advises on retrofitting strategies for solid wall dwellings. His work bridges academic research with practical solutions for decarbonizing the built environment.

Duncan Grassieمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Energy Demand Modeling
• Building Simulation
• Indoor Air Quality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Duncan Grassie is a Doctoral Researcher at the UCL Energy Institute , specializing in energy demand research and building simulation modeling. He is affiliated with the LoLo CDT (London-Loughborough Centre for Doctoral Training in Energy Demand), with a focus on coupling human behavior with technological and environmental challenges. His research explores: Indoor air quality and overheating risks in UK schools Climate risk assessment for educational buildings Multi-criteria decision analysis for energy efficiency schemes Integration of socio-technical data with building modeling Recent publications highlight his work in: Scoping reviews on environmental impacts in educational buildings Modeling energy retrofit effects on childhood asthma risk Hybrid weather file validation for simultaneous heating/overheating analysis Automated frameworks for school thermal simulation models His professional background includes 10 years as a petroleum engineering consultant, with field experience in the UK, Romania, UAE, China, Denmark, Norway, and Indonesia. He holds academic qualifications from Edinburgh University (MSc in Chemical Physics) and Heriot-Watt University (MSc in Petroleum Engineering).

Saeed Sharifمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Artificial Intelligence
• Innovative Tele-Health
• Medical Technology
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr Saeed Sharif is an Associate Professor in the Computer Science department at the School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering , University of East London . He leads the Intelligent Technologies Research Group and serves as Course Leader for MSc Computer Science programs. With a PhD in artificial intelligence from Brunel University London , his work bridges Artificial Intelligence , Medical Technology , and Smart Infrastructure . His research interests span Medical Image Analysis , Intelligent Diagnosis Systems , Big Data Analysis , and IoT Security . Collaborations with NHS Trusts and global institutions focus on improving healthcare systems through machine learning and biomedical signal processing. 2018-2022: £268,000 KTP project with Innovate UK Multiple Research Internship Schemes at UEL (2017-2021) European Research Centre collaboration (2015) As a technical committee member for conferences like IEEE CIT and a journal Guest Editor , he drives academic discourse. He has supervised numerous PhD students and served on examination panels, while maintaining 53+ publications in venues including IEEE Access , Applied Soft Computing , and Computer Methods and Programs in Biomedicine .

Jian Zhongمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Air Quality Modelling
• Environmental Nanoparticles
• Climate Modelling
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Jian Zhong is a Research Fellow at the University of Birmingham’s Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences department, focusing on air quality and climate interaction modelling. His work bridges environmental science with public health, contributing to major projects in the UK and international collaborations. Education: PhD in Geography & Environmental Sciences (University of Birmingham, 2011-2015), B.Sc. in Safety Engineering (Central South University, China). Research Interests: Modelling emissions interactions, environmental nanoparticle evolution, climate-weather systems, geographical data analytics for health, and translating environmental research into policy impacts. His work supports UN Sustainable Development Goals through climate mitigation and air quality improvements. Recent Articles: Focus on air quality mapping in European cities, climate risk scaling in West Midlands, black carbon sensitivity tests, and WRF-LES urban particle dispersion models. Scientific Awards: 3rd Place UKFN Video Competition #12 (2022) Best Technical Solution Prize (2022) Grants & Collaborations: £5m WM-Air Programme (Named Researcher), £2m Wellcome Trust health-climate project, EPSRC £6.2m CLEETS Clean Energy initiative, and multiple Royal Society/NERC-funded projects on urban ozone pollution and climate adaptation.

Arash Beizaeeمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Climate Change Adaptation
• Building Energy Efficiency
• Thermal Comfort
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Arash Beizaee is a Senior Lecturer in Building Energy at Loughborough University, specializing in climate change adaptation, energy efficiency, and health in built environments. His work bridges engineering and public health, with a focus on thermal comfort, sustainable materials, and resilience strategies. He has contributed to national and international policy through projects like the UK Government’s Committee on Climate Change and the International Energy Agency’s Annex 71. Education: BSc MSc MRes PhD PGCLTHE (Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education) Research Interests: His research addresses climate change impacts on buildings, low-energy design, and wellbeing. Key areas include: Overheating mitigation in homes Smart heating controls Recycled materials in construction Sleep quality in thermal environments Grants & Leadership: PI: Loughborough University Global Research Challenges Competitive Grant (£4K) CI: Home Heat Health (EPSRC £1.2M), Energy Resilience CDT (£5.7M), DEEP Project, and DEFACTO (£1.5M) Awards: Research Impact Prize from Homes and Communities Agency Labs/Teams: Collaborates with BEIS, the Building Research Establishment, and international teams via IEA Annex 71.

• Building Performance Analysis
• Sustainable Architecture
• Environmental Assessment
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dejan Mumovic is Professor of Building Performance Analysis and Director of the UCL Institute for Environmental Design and Engineering at the Bartlett School of Environment, Energy and Resources, University College London. He holds advisory roles including Expert Adviser for Climate Change and Decarbonisation (UK Department for Education) and co-founded key industry groups like CIBSE Education Guild and IBPSA-England. Education: Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching, UCL (2007) PhD, Glasgow Caledonian University (2004) MSc, Glasgow Caledonian University (2000) MEng, University of Belgrade (1999) Research Focus: Mumovic specializes in integrated building performance analysis, combining monitoring and simulation to address health, energy, and climate resilience. His work spans: building stock modelling, indoor environmental quality impacts on cognition, school decarbonization, and climate adaptation frameworks. Research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (Good Health, Sustainable Cities, Climate Action). Publication Trends: Recent articles emphasize data-driven building stock analysis, climate resilience in schools, health-energy trade-offs in retrofits, and advanced simulation methodologies. Work consistently integrates empirical validation with policy applications. Awards & Honors: Fellow, Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (FCIBSE) 3rd Prize for Editorial Services, International Journal of Sustainable Built Environments (2012) Editorial Board: Building Simulation (Springer), Intelligent Buildings International (Taylor & Francis) Advising & Projects: Supervised 17 doctoral researchers. Led/co-led 60 research projects, including UK government collaborations on school decarbonization and EU initiatives on building performance. Key grants focus on net-zero learning environments and health-optimized building design. Leadership: Heads UCL IEDE laboratory. Co-founder of CIBSE School Design Group and IBPSA-England. Leads development of new UCL degree programmes in Sustainable Built Environments.

David Bristowمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Resilient Infrastructure
• Sustainable Cities
• Climate Change Adaptation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. David Bristow is an Associate Professor and Director of the Master of Engineering in Industrial Ecology program at the University of Victoria's Department of Civil Engineering. He holds a MASc and PhD from the University of Toronto and is a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.). His research focuses on resilient infrastructure systems, sustainable cities, and climate change adaptation, integrating engineering principles with ecological and thermodynamic approaches. He teaches courses on resilient smart cities and sustainable engineering. Research interests include recovery planning for infrastructure resilience, multi-objective decision-making for sustainability, and the science of urban systems. He develops frameworks for assessing climate impacts on buildings, disaster risk reduction strategies, and hygrothermal performance analysis of building envelopes. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary methodologies like Bayesian networks, FMEA, and agent-based modeling. Recent publications address climate resilience of power grids, flood-risk management in Metro Vancouver, and circular economy financing for waste systems. His research contributes to both academic discourse and practical policy tools for urban resilience. Dr. Bristow collaborates on regional disaster planning initiatives and has advised on Canada’s energy transition strategies. Professional activities include leading the Industrial Ecology program and serving as a key figure in UVic's Civil Engineering department. His office is located in ECS 310, and he can be reached at dbristow@uvic.ca.

Toke Rammer Nielsenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Energy Engineering
• Building Energy Efficiency
• Sustainable Building Design
• +۱۴ مورد دیگر

Toke Rammer Nielsen is an Associate Professor and Head of Section in the Energy and Services group at the Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). He has been a key academic figure at DTU since 1998, progressing from Research Assistant to Assistant Professor (2002–2007) and then to Associate Professor from April 2007 to the present. His work is central to advancing sustainable building design and energy efficiency in residential structures. Ph.D., Technical University of Denmark (1999–2003) M.Sc.(Eng), Technical University of Denmark (1993–1998) His research focuses on integrated design methods for energy-efficient buildings, with a strong emphasis on modeling ventilation, heating, and lighting systems. He investigates indoor environmental quality and energy performance in both whole buildings and individual components. His recent work explores natural ventilation in retrofitted apartment buildings, solar shading solutions to mitigate overheating, and climate facade technologies for historical buildings. These efforts align with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to sustainable cities and climate action. The most recent publications (2021–2025) reveal a consistent focus on building energy performance, natural ventilation, and retrofit strategies. Key themes include daylight optimization, overheating risk reduction, and cost-effective renovation measures. His work combines simulation tools like EnergyPlus with empirical studies on residential buildings, particularly in the Danish context. He also contributes to methodological development in energy certification systems. He actively supervises PhD students and participates in academic governance through roles such as Chairman of PhD Assessment Committees. He serves as a peer reviewer for journals like Energy and Buildings , contributing to scholarly quality in the field. Nielsen leads and participates in research projects such as 'Climate Facade' and 'Reduktion af risiko for overtemperatur i etageboliger', focusing on passive technologies, heat insulation, and solar control. His team collaborates on data-driven design of district heating systems and innovative double-loop networks for integrated heating and cooling. These initiatives involve interdisciplinary teams and external funding, indicating substantial grant acquisition and collaborative research capacity.

Sarah Daveyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Thermal Physiology
• Occupational Heat Stress
• Human Performance Enhancement
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sarah Davey serves as an Assistant Professor (Research) at Coventry University's Centre for Physical Activity, Sport and Exercise Sciences, where she leads research on human performance in extreme environments. Her work bridges occupational health and sports science, with significant collaborations including the Ministry of Defence, UK Sport, English Institute of Sport, and NHS. Her research focuses on thermal physiology and heat stress management, particularly examining Hyperthermia-induced physical and mental fatigue mechanisms Cooling strategies for thermally stressful occupations Heat stress impacts on healthcare workers and clinical populations Physiological determinants of occupational/sport performance Recent publications demonstrate strong translational impact, with 2024-2025 work addressing heat stress in UK healthcare settings and polar expedition physiology. Analysis of her 17 research outputs (2007-2025) reveals consistent focus on thermal strain measurement, cooling interventions, and performance optimization. Her most cited work examines PPE-related heat stress during COVID-19 (112 Scopus citations), highlighting real-world applications in healthcare safety. Prof. Davey actively supervises PhD students and has developed physiological support protocols for elite athletes including GB Rowing, British Cycling, and ultra-endurance competitors preparing for events like the Marathon des Sables.

• Sustainable Construction
• Building Performance
• Ventilation
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Carlos Jimenez-Bescos is a Senior Lecturer in Construction within the School of Applied Management at the University of Westminster. His academic career focuses on sustainable construction with particular emphasis on technological innovation and human factors in the built environment. Dr. Jimenez-Bescos' research spans several key areas in sustainable building science: Building Simulation for assessing overheating risk in low energy housing Energy and indoor air quality monitoring to validate simulation models Urban Heat Island effects and mitigation strategies Life Cycle Assessment in Nearly Zero Energy Buildings (NZEB) Digital twin applications in building rehabilitation Integration of data analytics and machine learning in construction His research portfolio demonstrates a consistent focus on practical applications of sustainable technologies, particularly in natural ventilation systems and energy-efficient building design. Recent publications (2023-2025) show a strong emphasis on windcatcher technology, courtyard building ventilation, and thermal performance analysis of innovative construction methods. Dr. Jimenez-Bescos has secured significant research funding from: British Council Newton Researcher Links National Environment Research Council EU-FP7 EU-ERDF His editorial contributions include service on the boards of Municipal Engineering ICE and Urban and Building Science journals, and as Associate Editor for Frontiers in Energy Efficiency. He actively supervises doctoral research, with current work focusing on construction project management quality issues.

• Green infrastructure
• Energy and environmental performance
• Indoor and outdoor thermal performance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Majed Abu Seif is a Lecturer in Building/Architectural Science and Services at Deakin University's School of Architecture and Built Environment, Faculty of Science Engineering and Built Environment. With a PhD from Griffith University and professional credentials including LEED Green Associate certification, he brings extensive expertise in sustainable built environments to his academic role at Geelong Waterfront Campus. His educational background includes: PhD from Griffith University, Gold Coast, Australia LEED Green Associate certification As a multi-award-winning architect and landscape architect (registered chief of architects in Jordan, graduate architect in Australia, and international landscape architect), Dr. Abu Seif specializes in green infrastructure, energy performance, and climate-responsive design. His research addresses critical urban challenges including urban overheating, with collaborations spanning multiple city councils to develop heat mitigation strategies and evaluate climate adaptation policies. His work bridges architectural science with practical urban solutions, focusing on how built environments can adapt to climate change. Analysis of Dr. Abu Seif's publication record reveals a strong thematic focus on green infrastructure solutions, particularly green roofs and trees on buildings. His research spans environmental science, building energy efficiency, and urban climate adaptation across multiple Australian climate zones, with significant contributions to understanding how vegetation integration affects thermal performance and energy consumption. A notable trend shows his work evolving from technical performance analysis toward policy implementation challenges, reflecting growing attention to governance frameworks and institutional barriers for nature-based solutions in urban environments. Dr. Abu Seif currently serves as a doctoral supervisor for Ningyi SUN on research examining Victoria's Electrified Housing Policy. His teaching interests center on building science and services and climate-responsive designs, directly connecting his research expertise with educational practice to prepare students for sustainable design challenges.

• Urban Climatology
• Climate-Sensitive Urban Planning and Design
• Human Thermal Comfort
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kevin Ka-Lun Lau is a Senior Lecturer at Luleå University of Technology’s Department of Civil, Environmental and Natural Resources Engineering. His work bridges urban climatology with climate-sensitive urban planning and design, focusing on the interplay between built environments and urban climates, particularly human thermal comfort in outdoor settings. He actively explores how urban design impacts health and well-being while integrating climate resilience strategies. Research Interests : Urban climatology, microclimate studies, thermal comfort, climate-sensitive urban design, urban health, and sustainable development. Key Projects : Principal investigator for government and private sector initiatives; member of WMO Expert Networks. Lau’s recent publications analyze climate change impacts on building energy resilience, thermal comfort metrics, and microclimate data selection. His work emphasizes passive design strategies to mitigate cooling demand in high-rise buildings and systematic literature reviews on building vertical extensions. These studies often involve cross-country collaborations, especially in Sweden, Cyprus, and Hong Kong. Scientific Affiliations : WMO Expert Network Commission for Observation, Infrastructure and Information Systems Commission for Weather, Climate, Water and Related Environmental Services Lau’s interdisciplinary research translates scientific insights into practical urban planning guidance, addressing both immediate and long-term climate challenges. He utilizes advanced modeling tools like Max Planck Institute’s Earth System Model and focuses on evidence-based policy for heat-health warnings and urban sustainability.