Qingsong Ma | Architectural Design | Research Excellence Award

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Research Excellence Award

Qingsong Ma
Affiliation Qingdao University of Technology
Country China
Scopus ID 57193546485
Documents 37
Citations 581
h-index 14
Subject Area Computational Design
Event Architecture Engineers Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-8664-9630

Qingsong Ma, affiliated with Qingdao University of Technology, is recognized for scholarly contributions in computational design and architecture-related digital technologies. His research portfolio demonstrates sustained publication activity, measurable citation impact, and interdisciplinary engagement that supports innovation in computational methods applied to architectural engineering and intelligent design systems.[1]

Abstract

This article summarizes the academic profile of Qingsong Ma, emphasizing research productivity, scholarly influence, and contributions to computational design. The overview considers publication metrics, citation performance, research relevance, and professional recognition supporting suitability for the Research Excellence Award.[1]

Keywords

Computational Design, Digital Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Parametric Design, Research Excellence, Intelligent Design, Scientific Publications, Citation Impact, Sustainable Architecture, Academic Recognition.[1]

Introduction

Computational design has become an essential discipline supporting innovation in architecture and engineering. Qingsong Ma has contributed through scholarly investigations addressing digital methodologies, intelligent design approaches, and interdisciplinary collaboration. These activities strengthen knowledge development while promoting practical applications across modern architectural research environments.[1] [2]

Research Profile

Affiliated with Qingdao University of Technology, Qingsong Ma maintains an active research profile in computational design. His Scopus record includes 37 indexed publications, 581 citations, and an h-index of 14, reflecting sustained scholarly productivity and consistent academic visibility within the international research community.[1] [3]

Research Contributions

Research contributions emphasize computational techniques supporting architectural analysis, digital workflows, and advanced design optimization. Published investigations encourage interdisciplinary collaboration and improve understanding of computational approaches that enhance architectural planning, engineering performance, and technology integration across contemporary built environment research.[2] [3]

Publications

The publication portfolio demonstrates consistent contributions to peer-reviewed scientific literature. Research articles address computational design, architectural technologies, and digital engineering methodologies. Publication quality and citation performance indicate meaningful engagement with international academic communities and continuing dissemination of research outcomes.[1] [4]

Research Impact

Citation metrics and scholarly visibility demonstrate the influence of Qingsong Ma’s research within computational design. Academic publications are referenced by subsequent investigations, indicating relevance to ongoing research developments and supporting knowledge exchange among researchers, educators, and engineering professionals worldwide.[1] [2]

Award Suitability

Available academic indicators demonstrate qualifications consistent with recognition through the Research Excellence Award. Research productivity, measurable citation impact, interdisciplinary scholarship, and continued contributions to computational design collectively reflect professional achievement aligned with the objectives of academic excellence awards.[1] [3]

Conclusion

Qingsong Ma has established a credible academic record through sustained research activity, peer-reviewed publications, and recognized citation performance. His work in computational design contributes to advancing architectural engineering knowledge while supporting continued innovation, collaboration, and scientific excellence within the international research community.[1] [2]

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References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Qingsong Ma, Author ID 57193546485. Scopus.https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57193546485
  2. ORCID. (n.d.). Qingsong Ma ORCID Profile.https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8664-9630
  3. Xiao, Y., Liang, Q., Wang, C., & Ma, Q. (2026). Optimizing design and operation of a novel photovoltaic-thermal collector system for minimizing energy use intensity across diverse Chinese climate zones. Energy, 346, 140261.

    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0360544226003634?via%3Dihub

  4. Architecture Engineers Awards. (n.d.). Architecture Engineers Awards Official Website.https://architectureengineers.com/

Weijie Xia | Architecture | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Weijie Xia | Architecture | Best Researcher Award

Weijie Xia | Hebei University of Architecture | China

Mr. Weijie Xia is a postgraduate student at Hebei University of Architecture specializing in thermal comfort and building environmental control. He holds a strong academic foundation with a focus on human thermal comfort, smart buildings, and urban heat island research. His professional experience includes leading and contributing to numerous research projects, with seven completed and over twenty ongoing, advancing knowledge in emotional perception modulation on thermal comfort, gender-based differences in heat response during interval exercise, and thermal comfort modeling and optimization for hospitals and historical urban spaces. As the first author, he has published three articles in leading SCI Q1 journals such as Building and Environment, Journal of Building Engineering, and Energy and Buildings, and has co-authored four additional publications in the same domain. His studies encompass a range of innovative topics including the impact of musical tempo on thermal comfort during exercise and optimized open-space design in hospital environments, reflecting his commitment to bridging theoretical insights with practical environmental applications. With a growing citation record and active engagement in interdisciplinary research, his contributions are recognized for their methodological rigor and relevance to real-world building performance and occupant well-being. He has 16 citations, 7 publications, and an h-index of 3.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Xia, W.*, Li, D., Sun, M., Liu, J., Zhen, M., & Liang, H. (2025). A gender-differentiated thermal comfort model for interval exercise in fitness building. Journal of Building Engineering.

2. Zhen, M., Liu, J., Xia, W., Sun, M., Dong, Q., Li, Y., & Liang, H. (2025). Thermal comfort differences among patients with different orthopedic diseases: A case study of Shaanxi Provincial People’s Hospital, China. Building and Environment.

3. Zhen, M., Xia, W.*, Sun, G., Huang, C., & Ji, J. (2025). Optimized design of hospital open space based on outdoor thermal comfort: The case of Shaanxi People’s Hospital in China. Energy and Buildings.

4. Zhen, M., Xia, W.*, & Lin, D. (2024). Effects of musical tempo on human thermal comfort during interval exercise. Building and Environment.

5. Zhen, M., Yuan, X., Gao, L., Xia, W.*, Nan, K., & Zhang, M. (2024). Outdoor thermal comfort of urban plaza space under thermoacoustic interactions: Taking Datang Everbright City as an example. Building and Environment.

Ziwei Guo | Materials and Technology in Architecture | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Dr. Ziwei Guo | Materials and Technology in Architecture | Best Academic Researcher Award

Doctor | Ningxia University | China

Dr. Ziwei Guo, a distinguished researcher at Ningxia University, specializes in building materials and structural design with a focus on developing innovative structural systems that adapt to complex environments. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in structural engineering, where his research emphasizes cross-sectional, internal material, and shape optimization to enhance load-bearing capacity, ductility, and energy efficiency. Dr. Guo has contributed extensively to national and provincial research projects, playing a pivotal role in one national fund project, one provincial key fund project, and three additional provincial projects. His scholarly output includes seven publications, five of which are in SCI-indexed journals, with one earning the Excellent Paper Award in China, and he has also authored impactful works in leading journals such as Construction and Building Materials, Structural Concrete, and KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering. In addition to his academic contributions, Dr. Guo has completed two major research projects, is actively engaged in three ongoing projects, and has advanced one patent in the field. His work demonstrates a commitment to integrating high-performance, sustainable building materials into modern construction practices. Recognized for his promising innovations and dedication to structural engineering, Dr. Guo continues to advance the discipline through his publications, consultancy project, and growing international collaborations, establishing himself as a rising scholar and leader in architectural and civil engineering research. 29 citations, 4 documents, h-index 3.

Profile: Scopus

Featured Publications

1. Pan P., Yang W., Guo Z., Improvement of thermal properties of foam concrete by incorporating silica aerogel particles. Constr. Build. Mater., 2025, 478, 141450.