Farshad Nasrollahi | Energy-Efficient Architecture | Best Researcher Award

Best Researcher Award

 Farshad Nasrollahic
Technical University Berlin, Germany

 Farshad Nasrollahic
Affiliation Technical University Berlin
Country Germany
Scopus ID 55907444900
Documents 7
Citations 198
h-index 4
Subject Area Thermal Comfort / Energy Efficient Design
Event Architecture Engineers Awards

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farshad Nasrollahic is an academic researcher associated with Technical University Berlin, Germany. His scholarly work focuses on thermal comfort, building performance, and energy-efficient architectural design. His research profile demonstrates engagement with sustainable building systems and environmental performance evaluation within contemporary architectural and engineering contexts.[1]

Abstract

This article presents an academic overview of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farshad Nasrollahic in recognition of his contributions to thermal comfort research, sustainable architecture, and energy-efficient building design. The profile highlights scholarly achievements, publication activity, research influence, and suitability for professional recognition within the Architecture Engineers Awards framework.[1]

Keywords

Thermal Comfort, Energy Efficiency, Sustainable Architecture, Building Performance, Indoor Environment Quality, Environmental Design, Architectural Engineering, Building Simulation, Occupant Comfort, Green Buildings.[2]

Introduction

Research in thermal comfort and energy-efficient building design has become increasingly significant as the built environment seeks sustainable solutions. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farshad Nasrollahic has contributed to this field through studies examining environmental performance, occupant well-being, and energy-conscious architectural strategies that support contemporary sustainability objectives in building design and operation.[1]

Research Profile

Based at Technical University Berlin, Dr. Nasrollahic’s research activities focus on thermal comfort assessment, environmental quality, and building energy performance. His Scopus profile reflects a developing body of scholarly publications with measurable citation impact, demonstrating engagement in interdisciplinary architectural and engineering research addressing sustainable building environments.[1]

Research Contributions

Dr. Nasrollahic has contributed to understanding relationships between indoor environmental conditions and occupant comfort. His research explores strategies for enhancing energy efficiency while maintaining acceptable thermal conditions within buildings. Such work supports evidence-based design approaches that integrate sustainability goals with user-centered architectural and engineering considerations.[2]

Publications

The researcher has produced scholarly publications indexed within Scopus, contributing to literature concerning thermal comfort, environmental performance, and sustainable building systems. These publications provide academic insights into building operation, energy use optimization, and occupant-focused design methodologies, supporting ongoing advancements in architectural engineering research.[1][3]

Research Impact

With 198 citations and an h-index of 4, the research profile indicates scholarly visibility and academic engagement. Citation activity suggests that published findings have informed subsequent studies within relevant subject areas, contributing to discussions surrounding sustainable buildings, thermal comfort evaluation, and environmental performance assessment methodologies.[1]

Award Suitability

The combination of academic publications, citation performance, and contributions to sustainable building research supports consideration for professional recognition. His work aligns with themes commonly emphasized within architectural engineering awards, including innovation, environmental responsibility, occupant well-being, and the advancement of knowledge supporting improved building performance outcomes.[1][4]

Conclusion

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farshad Nasrollahic has established a research profile centered on thermal comfort and energy-efficient building design. Through scholarly publications and measurable citation impact, his work contributes to sustainable architecture and environmental performance research, supporting continued academic development and recognition within the architectural engineering community.[1]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farshad Nasrollahic, Author ID 55907444900. Scopus.

    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=55907444900
  2. Hadianpour, M., Mahdavinejad, M., Bemanian, M. R., & Nasrollahi, F. (2018). Seasonal differences of subjective thermal sensation and neutral temperature in an outdoor shaded space in Tehran, Iran. Sustainable Cities and Society, 39, 751–764.
  3. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/323568236
  4. Mohammadi, A., Saghafi, M. R., Tahbaz, M., & Nasrollahi, F. (2018). The study of climate-responsive solutions in traditional dwellings of Bushehr City in Southern Iran. Journal of Building Engineering, 16, 169–183.

    https://www.researchgate.net/publication/322124783

  5. Architecture Engineers Awards. (n.d.). Award recognition program information.
    https://architectureengineers.com/

Weijie Xia | Architecture | Best Researcher Award

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.