Building Methods

In the relentless battle against cardiovascular diseases, the global leading cause of death across all age groups, a groundbreaking study published in the *Journal of Industrial Design and Engineering Graphics* (translated from Romanian as the *Journ

In the heart of Algeria, at the University Ferhat ABBAS in Setif, a team of researchers led by A. Kharmouche from the Department of Physics has been delving into the fascinating world of thin films, with potential implications for the energy sector.

In the heart of Kenya, a revolutionary approach to brick drying is taking shape, promising to reshape the construction industry and energy sector. Morris Mutegi Nthieri, a researcher from the Department of Physical Sciences, has pioneered a method th

In the realm of advanced materials and sensing technologies, a groundbreaking development has emerged from the labs of Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Dr. Mohamad A. Alawad, a leading researcher in the Depar

In the ongoing battle against COVID-19, ventilation has been a key strategy to curb the virus’s spread. However, new research published in the journal *Indoor Environments* (translated to English as “Indoor Air Environments”) suggests that increasing

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the importance of indoor air quality (IAQ) has surged to the forefront of public consciousness, particularly in schools where the health and academic performance of students and staff are at stake. A recent study

In the ever-evolving world of construction and design, one often overlooked yet critical aspect is the lighting in our educational institutions. A recent literature review published in the journal *Indoor Environments* (translated from Swedish as *In

In the heart of bustling cities, where skyscrapers touch the clouds and office buildings sprawl across city blocks, a silent disconnect is brewing. Despite cutting-edge design and rigorous adherence to industry standards, many office workers feel tra

In the quest to improve indoor air quality, a new analytical method is making waves, promising to revolutionize how we understand and manage volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions in new buildings. Fredrik Domhagen, from the Department of Architec

In the quest to decarbonize our built environment, social housing often finds itself at the crossroads of urgent need and limited resources. A recent study published in the journal *Indoor Environments* (translated from English) by Marianne F. Touchi