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  1. Performance enhancement of an air-cooled PV/T system with a fins and ribs design

    Article • Thermal Science and Engineering Progress, May 2026, Elsevier

    PhD Antonio Gagliano

  2. Innovation on Agrivoltaics Plants: The LIFE AGRO-PV Project

    Article • January 2026, Springer Science + Business Media

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  3. Fluid Dynamic Simulation of a Building Integrated Photovoltaic Ventilated Façade in Lugano

    Article • January 2026, Springer Science + Business Media

    PhD Antonio Gagliano

  4. Overview of Domestic Hot Water Heat Pump Systems and their Optimization

    Article • January 2026, Springer Science + Business Media

    PhD Antonio Gagliano

  5. Experimental observations and modelling of the downward longwave radiation in the Mediterranean region

    Article • Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, September 2025, Elsevier

    PhD Antonio Gagliano

  6. Effect of electrical operating conditions on thermal behavior of PV modules: Numerical and experimental analysis

    Article • Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells, August 2025, Elsevier

    Dr Giuseppe Marco Tina, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  7. Modelling and experimental surveys on the energy consumption of a small-scale data center

    Article • Energy Efficiency, August 2025, Springer Science + Business Media

    PhD Antonio Gagliano

  8. Integrated machine learning models for predictive analysis of thermal and electrical power generation of a photo-thermal system at Catania, Italy

    Article • Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, September 2024, Elsevier

    Dr Giuseppe Marco Tina, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  9. Experimental and Numerical Assessment of the Thermal Bridging Effect in a Reinforced Concrete Corner Pillar

    Article • Buildings, February 2024, MDPI AG

    PhD Antonio Gagliano

  10. Monitoring of the Electrical Performance of a Ventilated Bifacial Photovoltaic Facade

    Article • January 2024, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Giuseppe Marco Tina, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  11. Eco-friendly green roof solutions: Investigating volcanic ash as a viable alternative to traditional substrates

    Article • Construction and Building Materials, January 2024, Elsevier

    PhD Antonio Gagliano

  12. Optimal Photovoltaic Array Layout of Agrivoltaic Systems Based on Vertical Bifacial Photovoltaic Modules

    Article • Solar RRL, November 2023, Wiley

    Dr Giuseppe Marco Tina, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  13. Monitoring Electrical and Weather Parameters in Photovoltaic Bifacial Systems

    Article • January 2023, Springer Science + Business Media

    Dr Giuseppe Marco Tina, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  14. A Novel Laboratory Procedure to Determine Thermal Conductivity of Green Roof Substrates

    Article • January 2023, Springer Science + Business Media

    PhD Antonio Gagliano

  15. Use of residual lignocellulosic biomass for energetic uses and environmental remediation through pyrolysis

    Article • Energy Storage and Saving, September 2022, Elsevier

    PhD Antonio Gagliano

  16. Evaluation of the Urban Microclimate in Catania Using Multispectral Remote Sensing and GIS Technology

    Article • Climate, February 2022, MDPI AG

    PhD Antonio Gagliano

  17. Energy analysis of a micro-cogeneration unit fed by biogas as a function of pyrolysis operating parameters

    Article • Comptes Rendus Chimie, November 2021, Cellule MathDoc/CEDRAM

    PhD Antonio Gagliano

  18. An overview of microclimate simulation tools and models for predicting outdoor thermal comfort

    Article • September 2021, Taylor & Francis

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  19. Sustainable Urban Greening and Cooling Strategies for Thermal Comfort at Pedestrian Level

    Article • Sustainability, March 2021, MDPI AG

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  20. Numerical model and experimental validation of the electrical and thermal performances of photovoltaic/thermal plant

    Article • Energy Conversion and Management, September 2020, Elsevier

    Dr Giuseppe Marco Tina, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  21. Multilayer Thermal Model for Evaluating the Performances of Monofacial and Bifacial Photovoltaic Modules

    Article • IEEE Journal of Photovoltaics, July 2020, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    Dr Giuseppe Marco Tina, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  22. Thermo-mechanical Characterization of Insulating Bio-plasters Containing Recycled Volcanic Pyroclasts

    Article • The Open Civil Engineering Journal, June 2020, Bentham Science Publishers

    PhD Antonio Gagliano

  23. An assessment study of evaporation rate models on a water basin with floating photovoltaic plants

    Article • International Journal of Energy Research, February 2020, Wiley

    PhD Antonio Gagliano, Dr Giuseppe Marco Tina

  24. Description and performance analysis of a flexible photovoltaic/thermal (PV/T) solar system

    Article • Renewable Energy, July 2019, Elsevier

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano, Professor Alfio Dario Grasso, Dr Giuseppe Marco Tina

  25. The evapotranspiration process in green roofs: A review

    Article • Building and Environment, January 2019, Elsevier

    PhD Antonio Gagliano, Stefano Cascone

  26. Performances and economic analysis of small photovoltaic–electricity energy storage system for residential applications

    Article • Energy & Environment, September 2018, SAGE Publications

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano, Dr Giuseppe Marco Tina

  27. Effectiveness of thermodynamic adaptative equilibrium models for modeling the pyrolysis process

    Article • Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, June 2018, Elsevier

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  28. A comprehensive study on green roof performance for retrofitting existing buildings

    Article • Building and Environment, May 2018, Elsevier

    PhD Antonio Gagliano, Stefano Cascone

  29. Energy performance and environmental and economic assessment of the platform frame system with compressed straw

    Article • Energy and Buildings, May 2018, Elsevier

    PhD Antonio Gagliano, Stefano Cascone

  30. geographical infomation model

    Article • Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers - Engineering Sustainability, February 2017, ICE Publishing

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  31. Controlled Mechanical Ventilation (CMV) systems in residential units

    Article • International Journal of Heat and Technology, October 2016, International Information and Engineering Technology Association

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  32. "Kinetic of the Pyrolysis Process of Peach and Apricot Pits by TGA and DTGA Analysis "

    Article • International Journal of Heat and Technology, October 2016, International Information and Engineering Technology Association

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  33. Thermal Behavior of an Extensive Green Roof: Numerical Simulations and Experimental Investigations

    Article • International Journal of Heat and Technology, October 2016, International Information and Engineering Technology Association

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  34. An improved multi-layer thermal model for photovoltaic modules

    Article • July 2016, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    Dr Giuseppe Marco Tina, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  35. Thermodynamic analysis of ventilated façades under different wind conditions in summer period

    Article • Energy and Buildings, June 2016, Elsevier

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  36. The adoption of green roofs for the retrofitting of existing buildings in the Mediterranean climate

    Article • International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology and Urban Development, April 2016, Taylor & Francis

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  37. A numerical model to characterize the producer gas composition by the pyrolysis process

    Article • March 2016, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  38. Slow pyrolysis kinetics of apricots stones by Thermogravimetric Analysis

    Article • March 2016, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  39. A robust numerical model for characterizing the syngas composition in a downdraft gasification process

    Article • Comptes Rendus Chimie, February 2016, Cellule MathDoc/CEDRAM

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  40. Biomass is an alternative source to fossil fuels

    Article • International Journal of Heat and Technology, December 2015, International Information and Engineering Technology Association

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  41. Geographical Information System as Support Tool for Sustainable Energy Action Plan

    Article • Energy Procedia, December 2015, Elsevier

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  42. A miniaturized silicon based device for nucleic acids electrochemical detection

    Article • Sensing and Bio-Sensing Research, December 2015, Elsevier

    PhD Antonio Gagliano

  43. Analysis and Acoustic Correction of a Contemporary Italian Church

    Article • Energy Procedia, November 2015, Elsevier

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  44. Influence of Natural Ventilation on the Thermal Behavior of a Massive Building

    Article • Energy Procedia, November 2015, Elsevier

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  45. A multi-criteria methodology for comparing the energy and environmental behavior of cool, green and traditional roofs

    Article • Building and Environment, August 2015, Elsevier

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  46. Monitoring of solar cogenerative PVT power plants: Overview and a practical example

    Article • Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, June 2015, Elsevier

    Dr Giuseppe Marco Tina, PhD Antonio Gagliano, Professor Alfio Dario Grasso

  47. Control of the concentration of Radon in the air of the underground tunnels of Sidra Ltd. (applied research: step one)

    Article • June 2015, WITPRESS LTD.

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  48. Design solutions for reducing the energy needs of residential buildings

    Article • March 2015, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  49. Effect of glazing type on the performance of a Trombe wall in Tunisia

    Article • March 2015, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    PhD Antonio Gagliano

  50. The increase of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and its possible negative effects on the biosphere and mankind

    Article • September 2014, WITPRESS LTD.

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  51. Proper evaluation of the external convective heat transfer for the thermal analysis of cool roofs

    Article • Energy and Buildings, July 2014, Elsevier

    PhD Antonio Gagliano

  52. Synergic effects of thermal mass and natural ventilation on the thermal behaviour of traditional massive buildings

    Article • International Journal of Sustainable Energy, April 2014, Taylor & Francis

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  53. Assessment of the dynamic thermal performance of massive buildings

    Article • Energy and Buildings, April 2014, Elsevier

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  54. Environmental impacts and thermal insulation performance of innovative composite solutions for building applications

    Article • Construction and Building Materials, March 2014, Elsevier

    Professor John Summerscales, Prof Gianluca Cicala, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  55. A procedure for the characterization of the solar-weighted reflectance of mirrored reflectors

    Article • March 2014, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  56. Technical and Economic Perspective for Repowering of Micro Hydro Power Plants: A Case Study of an Early XX Century Power Plant

    Article • Energy Procedia, January 2014, Elsevier

    Dr Giuseppe Marco Tina, Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  57. solar desiccant solid system (DEC)

    Article • Thermal Science, January 2014, National Library of Serbia

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  58. Deploy Energy-efficient Technologies in the Restoration of a Traditional Building in the Historical Center of Catania (Italy)

    Article • Energy Procedia, January 2014, Elsevier

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  59. The Retrofit of Existing Buildings Through the Exploitation of the Green Roofs – A Simulation Study

    Article • Energy Procedia, January 2014, Elsevier

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  60. Intelligent sun-tracking system based on multiple photodiode sensors for maximisation of photovoltaic energy production

    Article • Mathematics and Computers in Simulation, May 2013, Elsevier

    Dr Giuseppe Marco Tina, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  61. Analysis of acoustic climate on board public transport

    Article • April 2013, WITPRESS LTD.

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  62. Photovoltaic Glazing: Analysis of Thermal Behavior and Indoor Comfort

    Article • Energy Procedia, January 2013, Elsevier

    Dr Giuseppe Marco Tina, Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  63. GIS-Based Decision Support for Solar Photovoltaic Planning in Urban Environment

    Article • January 2013, Springer Science + Business Media

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  64. A Case Study of Energy Efficiency Retrofit in Social Housing Units

    Article • Energy Procedia, January 2013, Elsevier

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  65. Assessment of micro-wind turbines performance in the urban environments: an aided methodology through geographical information systems

    Article • International Journal of Energy and Environmental Engineering, January 2013, Springer Science + Business Media

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  66. Study on the Application of Cool Paintings for the Passive Cooling of Existing Buildings in Mediterranean Climates

    Article • Advances in Mechanical Engineering, January 2013, SAGE Publications

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  67. The Dynamic Lighting Into The Working Environment

    Article • International Journal of Design & Nature and Ecodynamics, December 2012, WITPRESS LTD.

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  68. Thermal performance of ventilated roofs during summer period

    Article • Energy and Buildings, June 2012, Elsevier

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  69. Optimal management of various renewable energy sources by a new forecasting method

    Article • June 2012, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    PhD Antonio Gagliano

  70. Thermal comfort analysis of public transport passengers in Catania

    Article • May 2012, WITPRESS LTD.

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  71. methodology to evaluate the energy potential of micro wind turbines in urban areas.

    Article • January 2012, Springer Science + Business Media

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  72. The pollution of water resources and interventions to mitigate and control environmental impact

    Article • December 2011, WITPRESS LTD.

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  73. Thermal comfort in operating rooms: a case study

    Article • July 2011, WITPRESS LTD.

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  74. The dynamic lighting technique in indoor architecture

    Article • May 2011, WITPRESS LTD.

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  75. The Noise Pollution in Nature Protected Area of the Pergusa Lake

    Article • International Journal of Design & Nature and Ecodynamics, January 2011, WITPRESS LTD.

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  76. Energy Analysis of Ventilated Roof

    Article • January 2011, Springer Science + Business Media

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  77. Thermofluid-dynamic analysis of ventilated facades

    Article • Energy and Buildings, July 2010, Elsevier

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  78. A Neural Network model for the estimation of bioclimatic indexes

    Article • May 2010, WITPRESS LTD.

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  79. Air quality in street canyons: a case study

    Article • July 2009, WITPRESS LTD.

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  80. The application of GIS to air quality analysis in Enna City (Italy)

    Article • July 2009, WITPRESS LTD.

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  81. The environmental impact of urban transport: a case study for a new road in Catania province

    Article • August 2007, WITPRESS LTD.

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  82. Clean energy saving: applied research into Etna’s water supply systems in Catania, Italy

    Article • June 2007, WITPRESS LTD.

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  83. The case of atmospheric pollution using production waste in a building materials factory: an applied industrial case

    Article • June 2007, WITPRESS LTD.

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  84. Experimental research about gaseous emissions coming from multi-floor parks: a real case in Taormina (Italy)

    Article • June 2006, WITPRESS LTD.

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  85. An applied research to forecast the trend of air pollution in particular geometries of streets: the real case of urban canyon

    Article • May 2006, WITPRESS LTD.

    Professor Francesco Nocera, PhD Antonio Gagliano

  86. An experience of “renewable energy” intended as energetic save

    Article • Renewable Energy, August 1994, Elsevier

    PhD Antonio Gagliano