Performance gap in ‘deep’ retrofit of housing : issues at the design and construction interface (2017)
Book Chapter
Swan, W., Bayat, N., & Sherriff, G. (2017). Performance gap in ‘deep’ retrofit of housing : issues at the design and construction interface. In M. Eames, T. Dixon, M. Hunt, & S. Lannon (Eds.), Retrofitting Cities for Tomorrow's World (53-67). Oxford: Wiley. https://doi.org/10.1002/9781119007241.ch4

Deep energy efficient retrofit of hard to treat (HTT) properties is emerging as a major concern in the UK. A number of studies have highlighted the difficulties of effective delivery of this type of retrofit, citing issues of lower than expected perf... Read More about Performance gap in ‘deep’ retrofit of housing : issues at the design and construction interface.

A phenomenological study on decision making under uncertainty in real estate investments in Subsaharan Africa - a critical review of literature (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Nsibande, C., & An, M. (2017, September). A phenomenological study on decision making under uncertainty in real estate investments in Subsaharan Africa - a critical review of literature. Presented at 13th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC), University of Salford, UK

Decision making under uncertainty can be traced back to the beginning of the 20th
century as defined by Von Neumann and Morgenstein in what was termed expected utility
theory. Kahneman and Tversky reinvented decision making theories and introduced... Read More about A phenomenological study on decision making under uncertainty in real estate investments in Subsaharan Africa - a critical review of literature.

The role of human error in accidents within oil and gas industry in Bahrain (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Alkhaldi, M., Pathirage, C., & Kulatunga, U. (2017, September). The role of human error in accidents within oil and gas industry in Bahrain. Presented at 13th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC), University of Salford, UK

Through the last few decades, there is an increase in occupational accidents figures in different workplaces around the world. A number of causes contributes to these accidents but one of the main causes of these accidents is human error. Human error... Read More about The role of human error in accidents within oil and gas industry in Bahrain.

The need for the reconstruction of affordable housing for the internally displaced people due to conflict in Nigeria : a literature review (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Abdu, Y., & Pathirage, C. (2017, September). The need for the reconstruction of affordable housing for the internally displaced people due to conflict in Nigeria : a literature review. Presented at 13th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC), University of Salford, UK

Over the years, Nigeria has witnessed its share of conflicts as a result of tribal, political and religious differences. All these conflicts become pale in comparison to the destruction caused by Boko Haram Islamic extremist group. As a result of sev... Read More about The need for the reconstruction of affordable housing for the internally displaced people due to conflict in Nigeria : a literature review.

Mapping stream flow changes and its implications on irrigation infrastructure in agrarian communities of Nigeria (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Goyol, S., Pathirage, C., & Kulatunga, U. (2017, September). Mapping stream flow changes and its implications on irrigation infrastructure in agrarian communities of Nigeria. Poster presented at 13th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC), University of Salford, UK

Climate change, a global environmental challenge driving natural hazards, is a threat to socio-economic development. Changes in average weather conditions, alongside unpredictable temperature and rainfall patterns are altering the climate system resu... Read More about Mapping stream flow changes and its implications on irrigation infrastructure in agrarian communities of Nigeria.

Climate change risk on infrastructure and policy implications of appropriate mitigation measures in the Nigerian agricultural sector (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Goyol, S., Pathirage, C., & Kulatunga, U. (2017, September). Climate change risk on infrastructure and policy implications of appropriate mitigation measures in the Nigerian agricultural sector. Presented at 13th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC), University of Salford, UK

Agriculture, a critical sector of the Nigerian economy, contributes 26% to the country’s GDP, and supports livelihoods by employing over 70% of the active population. The importance of the sector for food security, poverty reduction and economic deve... Read More about Climate change risk on infrastructure and policy implications of appropriate mitigation measures in the Nigerian agricultural sector.

Critical review of the success factors of strategic alliances in the UK construction industry (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Hameed, W., & Abbott, C. (2017, September). Critical review of the success factors of strategic alliances in the UK construction industry. Presented at 13th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC), University of Salford, UK

With an increasingly competitive environment in the world and in the UK particularly, industries that are operating today face many complex technological challenges with regards to both hard and soft systems. Consequently, skills and knowledge are re... Read More about Critical review of the success factors of strategic alliances in the UK construction industry.

Key success factors of total quality management and employees performance in Iraqi oil industry (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Aletaiby, A., Kulatunga, U., & Pathirage, C. (2017, September). Key success factors of total quality management and employees performance in Iraqi oil industry. Presented at 13th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC), University of Salford, UK

In times of the business world, under globalisation and overlapping variables, the concept of total quality management (TQM) as a philosophy to excel organisational performance is growing in significance. Many companies across the globe including oil... Read More about Key success factors of total quality management and employees performance in Iraqi oil industry.

Performance measurement and management in construction : a conceptual framework (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Sonson, S., Kulatunga, U., & Pathirage, C. (2017, September). Performance measurement and management in construction : a conceptual framework. Presented at 13th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC), University of Salford, UK

The dynamic and competitive business environment has motivated and compelled construction firms to implement contemporary performance measurement and management (PMM) systems and frameworks to generate more comprehensive information on their performa... Read More about Performance measurement and management in construction : a conceptual framework.

Importance of community participation in disaster recovery (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Van Krieken, T., Kulatunga, U., & Pathirage, C. (2017, September). Importance of community participation in disaster recovery. Presented at 13th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC), University of Salford, UK

The aim of this paper is to investigate the views about community on their participation during disaster recovery and how they can be empowered. The community participation from the beginning to end of the project, and future maintenance of the commu... Read More about Importance of community participation in disaster recovery.

Cloud computing for disaster response management stemming from terrorism in Iraq (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Al-Dahash, H., Al-Shammari, S., Kulatunga, U., & Hardman, M. (2017, September). Cloud computing for disaster response management stemming from terrorism in Iraq. Presented at 13th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC), University of Salford, UK

Abstract: Effective response to disasters requires assessing information prior to, during, and after potentially catastrophic events, as well as initiating activities that will lessen their impact upon society. The post-war transitions in Iraq have a... Read More about Cloud computing for disaster response management stemming from terrorism in Iraq.

Evaluating disaster response management stemming from war operations and terrorism in Iraq : a methodological approach (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Al-Dahash, H., & Kulatunga, U. (2017, September). Evaluating disaster response management stemming from war operations and terrorism in Iraq : a methodological approach. Presented at 13th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC), University of Salford, UK

Iraq is exposed to numerous types of natural and man-made disasters. Because of economic sanctions, conflict, and war over the last few decades, the people of Iraq have suffered the consequences of economic stagnation and reduced access to essential... Read More about Evaluating disaster response management stemming from war operations and terrorism in Iraq : a methodological approach.

The effectiveness of project risk management : a study within the Libyan oil and gas industry (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Elhoush, R., & Kulatunga, U. (2017, September). The effectiveness of project risk management : a study within the Libyan oil and gas industry. Presented at 13th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC), University of Salford, UK

Oil and gas projects are large, complex and risky, as they involve a considerable number of stakeholders, are technologically difficult and must adhere to tight budgets and schedules. Many of these projects are not delivered on time and within budget... Read More about The effectiveness of project risk management : a study within the Libyan oil and gas industry.

An evaluation of the factors for a successful alliance in the United Kingdom (UK) construction industry (2017)
Presentation / Conference
Burton, M., & Gameson, R. (2017, September). An evaluation of the factors for a successful alliance in the United Kingdom (UK) construction industry. Presented at International Research Conference 2017: Shaping Tomorrow's Built Environment, University of Salford

Numerous authors have advocated that the construction industry should have advanced and moved away from being an industry beset by ‘late delivery, cost overruns and commercial friction’. As the industry examines possible solutions, there has been co... Read More about An evaluation of the factors for a successful alliance in the United Kingdom (UK) construction industry.

Development of outdoor thermal comfort model for tourists in urban historical areas; A case study in Isfahan (2017)
Journal Article
Nasrollahi, N., Hatami, Z., & Taleghani, M. (2017). Development of outdoor thermal comfort model for tourists in urban historical areas; A case study in Isfahan. Building and Environment, 125, 356-372. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.buildenv.2017.09.006

The present study intended to evaluate thermal comfort conditions in microclimates of the urban historical areas of Isfahan, Iran during a heatwave. The thermal comfort conditions of different historical sites were compared during the daylight hours... Read More about Development of outdoor thermal comfort model for tourists in urban historical areas; A case study in Isfahan.

Students' perceptions of BIM education in the higher education sector : a UK and US perspective (2017)
Journal Article
Shelbourn, M., Macdonald, J., McCuen, T., & Lee, S. (2017). Students' perceptions of BIM education in the higher education sector : a UK and US perspective. Industry and Higher Education, 31(5), 293-304. https://doi.org/10.1177/0950422217725962

The use of building information modelling (BIM) has increased in the global architecture, engineering, construction and owner-operated (AECO) industries. This increased use has contributed to a recognition by project stakeholders of its importance ac... Read More about Students' perceptions of BIM education in the higher education sector : a UK and US perspective.

The future of big data in facilities management : opportunities and challenges (2017)
Journal Article
opportunities and challenges. Facilities, 35(13/14), 725-745. https://doi.org/10.1108/F-06-2016-0064

Purpose: This paper explores the current condition of the Big Data concept with its
related barriers, drivers, opportunities and perceptions in the AEC industry with an
emphasis on Facilities Management (FM).
Design/methodology/approach: Followin... Read More about The future of big data in facilities management : opportunities and challenges.

Numerical evaluation of thermal comfort in traditional courtyards to develop new microclimate design in a hot and dry climate (2017)
Journal Article
Nasrollahi, N., Hatami, M., Khastar, S., & Taleghani, M. (2017). Numerical evaluation of thermal comfort in traditional courtyards to develop new microclimate design in a hot and dry climate. Sustainable Cities and Society, 35, 449-467. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scs.2017.08.017

The growing interest in thermal comfort of outdoor environments yields in different analysis on courtyards as a common space between urban and architectural scales. However, there is a limited knowledge regarding the microclimatic behavior of such sp... Read More about Numerical evaluation of thermal comfort in traditional courtyards to develop new microclimate design in a hot and dry climate.

Sources and reliability of property market information for property valuation practice in Ghana (2017)
Journal Article
Baffour Awuah, K., Gyamfi-Yeboah, F., Proverbs, D., & Lamond, J. (2017). Sources and reliability of property market information for property valuation practice in Ghana. Property Management, 35(4), 448-466. https://doi.org/10.1108/PM-05-2016-0019

Purpose
Adequate reliable property market data are critical to the production of professional and ethical valuations as well as better real estate transaction decision-making. However, the availability of reliable property market information repres... Read More about Sources and reliability of property market information for property valuation practice in Ghana.

The impact of occupants’ behaviours on building energy analysis : a research review (2017)
Journal Article
Delzendeh, E., Wu, S., Lee, A., & Zhou, Y. (2017). The impact of occupants’ behaviours on building energy analysis : a research review. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 80, 1061-1071. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2017.05.264

Over the past 15 years, the evaluation of energy demand and use in buildings has become increasingly acute due to growing scientific and political pressure around the world in response to climate change. The estimation of the use of energy in buildin... Read More about The impact of occupants’ behaviours on building energy analysis : a research review.