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Yuxiang Chen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Alberta. He specializes in building engineering with a focus on high-performance buildings and net-zero energy structures. His research encompasses performance modeling, modular design, and the utilization of renewable energy. Chen's notable projects include modeling thermal dynamics for building-integrated thermal energy storage and developing advanced thermal modeling for effective thermal resistance. His work on adaptive control systems and energy-efficient community designs has earned him recognition in the field of sustainable building practices. Chen has published extensively, contributing to journals on topics related to energy management and building performance. He is also involved in teaching courses on building science, energy auditing, and management in building systems. Chen actively mentors undergraduate students and encourages the integration of technology and innovative approaches in building engineering research.
University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB
Teaching and conducting research in the field of Civil and Environmental Engineering, focusing on sustainable building practices.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management