On-going Researches
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PH.D. Dissertation

1. A Decision-Making Framework for Vegetated Roofing Systems Selection, Elizabeth Joyce Grant. (Intro...)

2. Architectural Decision Framework for Integrating Technology in the Classroom Environmnet, Sarah K. Elmasry. (Intro...)

3. From Feng-shui Theory's Developmental History to A Decision-Making Framework for the Feng-shui Application on Contemporary Housing Design, An-chi Tai. (Intro...)

Master Thesis

1. The Energy and Economic Performances of Geothermal Heat-Pomp System in Virginia Tech's Knowledge Work, I and II Buildings, Kongun Charornvisaz.

Published Reasearches (Introduction...)
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1. Cost-benefit analysis of a Building Integrated Photovoltaic Roofing System for A School Located in Blacksburg, Virginia, Leena Cholakkal, May 2006, Blacksburg, Virginia. (PDF)

2. LEED Documentation Process:   Implementation Barriers for School Projects, Madhulika N. Pise, March 2006, Blacksburg, Virginia. (PDF)

3. Development and Demonstration of A Performance Test Protocol for Radiant Floor Heating System, Amit Khanna, January 2006, Blacksburg, Virginia. (PDF)

4. The Design of Daylight-Transporting Systems for Deep Space Illumination, Indhava Kunjaranaayudhya, February 2005, Blacksburg, Virginia. (PDF)

5. Thermal Performance Comparison of Three Integrated Thermal   Solar Roof Collectors, Zheng Xu, September 2004, Blacksburg, Virginia. (PDF)

6. Roof Integrated Photovoltaic Panels: United Solar Ovonic & Acrylife, Ross Marks, 2004. (PDF)

7. Design and Implementation of a Pressure-Equalizing Vent System for Low-Slope Roofs, Elizabeth Joyce Grant, August 2003, Blacksburg, Virginia. (PDF)