Dr. Gloria Pignatta

Associate Professor

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Biography

Gloria Pignatta is a Scientia Senior Lecturer at the University of New South Wales, focusing on building energy efficiency and sustainability within the built environment. She leads the Advanced Materials Building Physics Research Lab and is an investigator within the Material Manufacturing Institute. Gloria holds a PhD in Energy Engineering from the University of Perugia, Italy, and has completed various executive management and advanced learning programs at UNSW Business School. Her research spans urban heat islands, energy performance improvement in buildings, and mitigation strategies for climate adaptation. With extensive experience in international collaborations and research networks, her work is recognized globally especially in the field of sustainable urban development. Gloria has also been involved in developing innovative energy solutions and policies, including the introduction of Renewable Energy Communities in Italy. She actively engages in teaching, supervision, and academic administration, ensuring that students and researchers gain insight into integrating sustainability into urban planning and architectural design.

Research Interests

Experience

Scientia Senior Lecturer

2016-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Leading research on building energy efficiency and sustainability, overseeing the Advanced Materials Building Physics Research Lab.

Awards

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Outstanding Achievements in Research

2024-01-01
#2020

FULT Good Practice Award

2020-01-01

Requirements for University of New South Wales

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.