Towards the implementation of building information models in geospatial context (2006)
Thesis
Isikdag, U. Towards the implementation of building information models in geospatial context. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The construction industry is very much fragmented and the concept of
interoperability and integrated model based engineering is now becoming an
industrial need, to address the difficulties of information exchange at all stages
and between all part... Read More about Towards the implementation of building information models in geospatial context.

An exploration of the benefits, drivers and barriers that affect the adoption of green roofs in urban Britain (2006)
Thesis
Pryce, M. An exploration of the benefits, drivers and barriers that affect the adoption of green roofs in urban Britain. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

In urban areas surfaces are sealed by stone, concrete, and
tarmac and there is a limited network of green areas.
Consequently urban areas have higher temperatures, lower
atmospheric humidity, and higher air pollution. By adopting
green roofs in s... Read More about An exploration of the benefits, drivers and barriers that affect the adoption of green roofs in urban Britain.

Structural insulated panels: Impact on the residential construction process (2006)
Journal Article
Mullens, M., & Arif, M. (2006). Structural insulated panels: Impact on the residential construction process. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(7), 786-794. https://doi.org/10.1061/%28ASCE%290733-9364%282006%29132%3A7%28786%29

Uncertainty and risk have contributed to the reluctance of U.S. homebuilders to embrace new construction technologies. This paper explores one innovative, but underutilized building technology, structural insulated panels (SIPs), and its impact on th... Read More about Structural insulated panels: Impact on the residential construction process.

Systems analysis of the UAE education system (2006)
Journal Article
Gaad, E., Arif, M., & Scott, F. (2006). Systems analysis of the UAE education system. International Journal of Educational Management, 20(4), 291-303. https://doi.org/10.1108/09513540610665405

Purpose
– This purpose of this paper is to examine the organization of the UAE educational system, its components, their goals, and finally their effectiveness.

Design/methodology/approach
– Three elements of the UAE education system were examin... Read More about Systems analysis of the UAE education system.