BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Tareq Abuimara joined the United Arab Emirates University in Spring 2023 as an Assistant Professor in Architectural Engineering. Dr. Abuimara has 16 years of experience in research, teaching, and the building design and construction industry. His research has been focused on developing methods to improve energy efficiency in buildings throughout the building lifecycle (design, construction, and operation). His teaching experience involved teaching courses such as Design studios, Building Construction Constructability, Professional Practice, Sustainable Design, Technical Drawings, Building Science, and Building Enclosure Design.
Additionally, Dr. Abuimara has several years of construction industry experience including various projects such as residential , institutional, commercial, and healthcare facilities. Duties included but were not limited to project management, design, site supervision, follow-up and coordination of technical activities at various project stages.
EDUCATION
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Doctorate Degree, Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering, Carleton University, 2021
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Master Degree, Master of Science in Architectural Engineering , Architecture Engineering, UAE University, 2014
RESEARCH AREAS
- Occupant-centric building design and operation
- Design and construction of high-performing buildings
- Building construction technology
- Building science
- Indoor environmental quality (IEQ)
- Building performance simulation
- Green/sustainable buildings
RECENT PUBLICATIONS
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(2022). "A data-driven workflow to improve energy efficient operation of commercial buildings: A review with real-world examples". Co-Authors: Brodie W Hobson; Burak Gunay; William O'Brien . Building Services Engineering Research and Technology. 43.
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(2022). "Disaggregation of electricity and heating consumption in commercial buildings with building automation system data". Co-Authors: Narges Zaeri; Araz Ashouri; H. Burak Gunay. Energy and Buildings. 258.
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(2022). "HVAC in the Age of COVID-19". Co-Authors: Brodie W. Hobson; Burak Gunay; William O'Brien
. Canadian Consulting Engineer Magazine . .
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(2021). "Exploring the adequacy of mechanical ventilation for acceptable indoor air quality in office buildings". Co-Authors: Brodie W. Hobson; Burak Gunay; William O'Brien. Science and Technology for the Built Environment . 28.
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(2021). "Current state and future challenges in building management: practitioner interviews and a literature review". Co-Authors: Brodie W Hobson; Burak Gunay;William O'Brien; Michael Kane. Journal of Building Engineering. 41.
