Alisson Silva | Construction Management | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Alisson Silva | Construction Management | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Alisson Silva, Federal University of Bahia, Brazil

Mr. Alisson Silva is a dedicated researcher in the field of Construction Engineering, currently pursuing his Ph.D. at the Federal University of Bahia, Brazil, where he also earned his Master’s degree specializing in Building Construction and Materials. His research focuses on the application of drones, computer vision, and machine learning for automated inspection and quality control in civil infrastructure. With a solid academic background, including a B.Sc. in Building Construction and an MBA in Project Management, Alisson has significantly contributed to advancing smart construction technologies. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and conference papers addressing topics such as facade inspection, YOLOv8-based damage detection, and BIM-integrated maintenance. Alisson is an active member of the Research Group in Construction Management and Technology (GETEC-UFBA) and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across Brazil. His innovative work is recognized through publications in top-tier journals and global conferences, positioning him as a rising expert in intelligent construction systems

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Educational Background

Mr. Alisson Silva has built a strong academic foundation in Construction Engineering, currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the Federal University of Bahia, Brazil, with a concentration in Building Construction and Materials under the guidance of Professor Dayana Bastos Costa. He previously completed his M.Sc. from the same institution (2021–2023), focusing on the automation of construction failure recognition in façade execution using drones and machine learning, co-advised by Reymard Sávio Sampaio de Melo. Prior to his master’s, he earned an MBA in Project Management in 2020 from Alta Floresta Faculty, reflecting his keen interest in construction planning and leadership. His academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Building Construction (2015–2019), also at Alta Floresta Faculty, located in Mato Grosso, Brazil. This educational trajectory demonstrates a consistent focus on integrating advanced technologies with civil engineering practices, positioning him as a capable researcher and practitioner in the evolving field of intelligent construction systems.

Research Focus

Mr. Alisson Silva’s research primarily focuses on intelligent construction systems, with a particular emphasis on integrating digital technologies such as drones (UAS), computer vision, BIM, machine learning (including CNN and YOLO algorithms), and data augmentation for automated inspection and maintenance in civil engineering. His work is rooted in enhancing quality control, structural monitoring, and damage detection in building construction—especially façades, rooftops, and precast concrete elements. Through innovative methodologies, he contributes to automating the detection of anomalies, streamlining construction management, and supporting infrastructure maintenance in public and educational buildings. His scholarly contributions are aligned with the emerging domains of Construction 4.0, smart maintenance systems, and digital twins, making his research both cutting-edge and highly applicable to modern urban development. By combining artificial intelligence with traditional construction engineering principles, Mr. Silva is advancing the field toward sustainable, efficient, and technology-driven construction practices, particularly within the Brazilian and Latin American contexts.

Publication Top Notes

📘 Web platform for building roof maintenance inspection using UAS and artificial intelligence – Cited by: 12 | Year: 2025 📡🏗️🤖
📘 Análise do uso de tecnologias digitais para identificação automatizada de patologias em construções – Cited by: 8 | Year: 2022 🏚️💻🔍
📘 Modelo de aprendizado de máquina para inspeção automatizada de fachadas de paredes de concreto – Cited by: 6 | Year: 2023 🧱🤖🛠️
📘 Proposal for integrating drone images and BIM in educational public buildings to support maintenance management – Cited by: 3 | Year: 2024 🚁🏫📐
📘 Automated facade inspection: Application and challenge in using Artificial Intelligence for construction defect recognition – Cited by: 3 | Year: 2023 🏢🤖⚙️
📘 Método para reconhecimento automatizado de falhas construtivas na execução de fachadas com uso de drones e aprendizado de máquina – Cited by: 2 | Year: 2023 🚧🚁📊
📘 CNN-based model for automated anomaly recognition in facade execution to support Quality Management – Cited by: 1 | Year: 2025 🧠🏗️🔧
📘 Method of automated inspection for reinforcement cages of precast concrete elements – Cited by: 1 | Year: 2024 🧱🔎📸
📘 Colaboração BIM em software de projetos estruturais – Cited by: 1 | Year: 2023 📐💬🏗️
📘 Using digital technologies for automated identification of building pathologies: A literature review – Cited by: 1 | Year: 2022 📊🏚️📑
📘 Lições do uso de videogrametria para inspeções de qualidade em armaduras de pré-fabricados de concreto – Year: 2025 🏗️📷🔍
📘 Lessons from the use of videogrammetry for quality inspections of precast concrete reinforcement – Year: 2025 🏗️🧰🛰️
📘 Method for quality inspection during the execution of facades based on UAS images and Machine Learning algorithms – Year: 2025 🚁📋🧠
📘 Modelo baseado em CNN para reconhecimento automatizado de anomalias na execução de fachadas visando apoio à Gestão da Qualidade – Year: 2025 🤖🏢📉
📘 Computer Vision-based YOLO11 for automated damage assessment of public building roofs supporting maintenance management – Year: 2025 🧠🏫🛰️

Weixue Cao | Building Environment | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weixue Cao | Building Environment | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weixue Cao, Tianjin Chengjian University, China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weixue Cao is an expert in thermal energy engineering and building environment systems. He holds a Ph.D. in Thermal Energy Engineering from Tianjin University, along with a master’s degree from Tianjin Chengjian University. Currently, he serves as an Associate Professor at the School of Energy and Safety Engineering, Tianjin Chengjian University. Dr. Cao has published 39 research papers (19 SCI-indexed) and holds 13 patents. He has led multiple national and provincial research projects and is a reviewer for top journals. His contributions span renewable energy, fluid mechanics, and building energy efficiency. 🏢⚡

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Educational Background

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weixue Cao has a strong academic foundation in building environment and thermal energy engineering. He earned his Bachelor’s degree (2007-2011) in Building Environment and Equipment Engineering from Henan University of Urban Construction. He then pursued a Master’s degree (2011-2014) in Heating, Gas Supply, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Engineering at Tianjin Chengjian University. Further advancing his expertise, he completed his Ph.D. in Thermal Energy Engineering (2014-2019) at Tianjin University. His educational background has equipped him with in-depth knowledge of energy systems, fluid mechanics, and sustainable building technologies. 🔥🏢

Academic and Professional Experience

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weixue Cao has extensive experience in energy engineering and public service. He began his career as an Engineer (2014) in the Green Building Evaluation Department at Tianjin Jianke Building Energy Conservation and Environmental Testing Co., Ltd. He then transitioned to academia, serving as a Lecturer (2019-2024) at the School of Energy and Safety Engineering, Tianjin Chengjian University. In 2024, he took on a leadership role as Deputy District Chief in Naidong District, Xizang Autonomous Region. He currently holds the position of Associate Professor at Tianjin Chengjian University. 🔥🏢

Academic Achievements, Awards, and Honors

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weixue Cao has made significant contributions to scientific research and education. He has hosted multiple national and provincial projects, including a National Natural Science Foundation Youth Project and several Ministry of Education collaboration projects. He has published 39 research papers, with 19 indexed in SCI, and holds 13 patents. Actively involved in student mentorship, he has guided winning teams in national and provincial competitions. Recognized for his dedication, he has received Outstanding Teacher and Class Teacher awards. In 2024, he contributed to public service training in Xizang Autonomous Region. 🎓🔬

Publication Top Notes

  • Experimental study on the cooling performance of medical protective clothing coupled with phase-change cold storage materials

  • Study on the transmission route of virus aerosol particles and control technology of air conditioning in the enclosed space

  • Research on the correlation between solar radiation and sky luminance based on the principle of photothermal integration

  • Distribution Characteristics of Transmitted Diffuse Solar Radiation on the Indoor Surface

  • Research on the influence of indoor thermal environment and activity levels on thermal comfort in protective clothing

  • Modification with FeOOH magnificent enhanced the photoelectrochemical degradation activity of oxygen vacancy-containing BiVO4

  • Comparative study on ventilation and air conditioning system schemes based on virus pollution control in hospital infusion room

  • Thermohydraulic performance analysis and parameters optimization of the combined heat sinks with microchannels and micro pin-fins

  • Numerical simulation of the dual-loop different velocity air curtain system in the operating room

  • Optimization of solar-air source heat pump heating system with phase change heat storage

 

Yi Chen | Built Environments | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Yi Chen | Built Environments | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yi Chen, National University of Kaohsiung, Taiwan

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yi Chen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Architecture at the National University of Kaohsiung, Taiwan. He holds a Ph.D. in Architecture from National Taiwan University of Science and Technology. His research focuses on indoor environmental quality, behavioral analysis in built environments, and environmental perception behaviors. Dr. Chen has published extensively in Q1 SCI journals and has been recognized with multiple academic awards, including the 2018 Outstanding Project Award by Taiwan’s Ministry of Education. He also integrates innovative teaching methods, such as game-based learning, into architectural education. 🌍📚

 

Educational Background

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yi Chen has a distinguished academic background in architecture. He earned his Ph.D. and M.A. in Architecture from the National Taiwan University of Science and Technology (NTUST), where he also completed his B.S. in Architecture at National Quemoy University. His comprehensive education has equipped him with a deep understanding of both the technical and design aspects of architecture, contributing to his research in indoor environmental quality, behavioral analysis, and sustainable design. This solid academic foundation has supported his continuous contribution to the field of architecture. 🌍📐

 

Academic Awards and Recognition

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yi Chen has received numerous accolades for his contributions to architecture and education. In 2014, he was honored with the International ICT Innovative Services Contest Excellent Work award. He served as a Co-Principal Investigator for the Teaching Practice Research Project (2018-2021), earning the Outstanding Project Award in 2018 from Taiwan’s Ministry of Education. In 2019, he received the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) Teaching Award for his innovative teaching methods. His research achievements were also featured in the Elsevier Science Direct Newsletter in 2022, and he was inducted into the Phi Tau Phi Scholastic Honor Society. 🌟📚

 

Teaching Experience

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yi Chen has extensive teaching experience in both academic and practical settings. He served as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the National Taiwan University of Science and Technology from 2019 to 2024. He co-led multiple Ministry of Education research projects, including studies on game-based teaching, hybrid cooperative learning, and innovative teaching methods. Additionally, Dr. Chen has taught Design Thinking and Practice at the university level. His teaching roles also include instructing Visual Art at Taichung Municipal Chung-Ping Junior High School and courses on Contemporary Design and Interior Design at Song Shan Community College. 🖌️🏛️

 

Research Focus

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yi Chen’s research primarily focuses on indoor environmental quality and its effects on human behavior, particularly in learning environments. His work integrates physiological and psychological measurements to study how indoor factors such as lighting, temperature, and air quality impact learning efficiency and well-being. Additionally, Dr. Chen has explored sustainable design through projects like greywater reuse systems for residential buildings, blending architecture with environmental sustainability. His research combines behavioral analysis, environmental perception, and quantitative methods to improve built environments for better human outcomes. 🌱📊

 

Publication Top Notes  

  • “The influence of indoor environmental factors on learning: An experiment combining physiological and psychological measurements” – Building and Environment (2022) | DOI: 10.1016/j.buildenv.2022.109299 📊
  • “Greywater Reuse System Design and Economic Analysis for Residential Buildings in Taiwan” – Water (2016) | DOI: 10.3390/w8110546 🌱