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  1. A Data-Driven Predictive Approach to Achieve Waste Management at the Local Scale: A Case Study in a University Cafeteria

    Article • Sustainability, May 2026, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  2. Next Generation Mood Adaptive Behavioral Modeling for Decarbonizing Office Buildings and Optimizing Thermal Comfort

    Article • Atmosphere, April 2026, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin, Dr Samar Thapa

  3. Inspection of Land Surface Temperature Estimation Methods Contrasted to In-Situ Measurements: A Case Study in Panama

    Article • January 2026, Springer Science + Business Media

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  4. Enhancing Urban Biodiversity Through Bioreceptive Materials: Insights on Design, Properties, and Additive Manufacturing Applications

    Article • January 2026, Springer Science + Business Media

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  5. Methodology for Energy Modeling of Cities or Small Countries with a View to Decarbonization and Climate Resilience

    Article • January 2026, Springer Science + Business Media

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  6. A Perspective on Bio-Inspired Approaches as Sustainable Proxy Towards an Accelerated Net Zero Emission Energy Transition

    Article • Biomimetics, December 2025, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  7. Indoor Air Quality Assurance Influencing Factors Overlooked in Tropical Climates: A Systematic Review for Design-Informed Decisions in Residential Buildings

    Article • Buildings, December 2025, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  8. Developing Sustainability Competencies Through Active Learning Strategies Across School and University Settings

    Article • Sustainability, October 2025, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  9. Synergistic Effects of Bioclimatic Strategies on Microclimate Improvement: A Numerical–Experimental Study at University Campus Scale

    Article • Sustainability, October 2025, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  10. A Bio-Optimization Approach for Renewable Energy Management: The Case of a University Building in a Tropical Climate

    Article • Energies, April 2025, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  11. Impact of Green Wall and Roof Applications on Energy Consumption and Thermal Comfort for Climate Resilient Buildings

    Article • Urban Science, April 2025, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  12. Performance enhancement of passive and low-consumption cooling strategies in tropical climates by integrating control systems: a case study in Panama

    Article • Environmental Research Infrastructure and Sustainability, February 2025, Institute of Physics Publishing

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  13. Policymaker-to-Researcher Engagement for Energy Security Challenges in Central America: With Case Studies of Panama

    Article • January 2025, Springer Science + Business Media

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  14. Building performance modelling approaches for a detached vertical green trellis: A case study in a tropical climate

    Article • Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, November 2024, Elsevier

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  15. Indoor Thermal Comfort Impact of Windcatcher Ventilation in Tropical Climates: A Case Study in Panama via Fluid Dynamics Simulation

    Article • Journal of Physics Conference Series, November 2024, Institute of Physics Publishing

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  16. Solutions for net-zero energy-oriented renovation of buildings: Case of a low apartment building in tropical climate

    Article • October 2024, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  17. Advances in Retrofitting Strategies for Energy Efficiency in Tropical Climates: A Systematic Review and Analysis

    Article • Buildings, June 2024, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  18. Rice Husk-Based Insulators: Manufacturing Process and Thermal Potential Assessment

    Article • Materials, May 2024, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  19. Retrofit Measures for Achieving NZE Single-Family Houses in a Tropical Climate via Multi-Objective Optimization

    Article • Buildings, February 2024, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  20. Biodesign as a Tool to Achieve Sustainable Construction Through Additive Manufacturing

    Article • January 2024, Springer Science + Business Media

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  21. Occupant Behavior Revealed from Sensor-Fusion-Based Clustering Analysis: Case of a University Building Office

    Article • January 2024, Springer Science + Business Media

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  22. Risk assessment of fungal formations in historic buildings based on dynamic thermo-hygrometric analysis

    Article • ACTA IMEKO, December 2023, IMEKO International Measurement Confederation

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  23. Cooling Potential Evaluation of a Ground Heat Exchanger in a Tropical Climate: A Case Study of an Office Building

    Article • Journal of Physics Conference Series, December 2023, Institute of Physics Publishing

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  24. How bio-inspired solutions have influenced the built environment design in hot and humid climates

    Article • Frontiers in Built Environment, November 2023, Frontiers

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  25. Energy-efficiency measures to achieve zero energy buildings in tropical and humid climates

    Article • September 2023, IntechOpen

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  26. Energy Consumption Difference Found between Typical and Standard Occupancy in Residential Buildings in a Tropical Developing Country

    Article • Buildings, September 2023, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  27. Assessment of the University Campus Metabolism due to Mobility and Outdoor Conditions: Survey and GIS-based Approach

    Article • IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science, July 2023, Institute of Physics Publishing

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  28. Risk of Fungal Growth in Nearly Zero-Energy Buildings (nZEB)

    Article • Buildings, June 2023, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  29. Experimental Evidence of the Coupling between the Energy Charge–Discharge and Natural Ventilation in a Full-Scale Passive Building

    Article • Buildings, February 2023, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  30. Including Nature-Based Success Measurement Criteria in the Life Cycle Assessment

    Article • February 2023, IntechOpen

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  31. Estimación del nivel de arborización para edificaciones en clima tropical: Enfoque estadístico y simulación dinámica

    Article • I+D Tecnológico, February 2023, Universidad Tecnologica de Panama

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  32. Evaluación del rendimiento energético de los cerramientos a base de bambú bajo el clima tropical de la Ciudad de Panamá

    Article • I+D Tecnológico, February 2023, Universidad Tecnologica de Panama

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  33. Environmentally Responsive Materials for Building Envelopes: A Review on Manufacturing and Biomimicry-Based Approaches

    Article • Biomimetics, January 2023, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  34. A Reference Framework for Zero Energy Districts in Panama Based on Energy Performance Simulations and Bioclimatic Design Methodology

    Article • Buildings, January 2023, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  35. Performance Assessment Methods and Effects of Bamboo-Based Envelopes in Buildings Under Hot and Humid Conditions

    Article • January 2023, Springer Science + Business Media

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  36. A Machine Learning-Based Approach to Estimate Energy Flows of the Mangrove Forest: The Case of Panama Bay

    Article • Sustainability, December 2022, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  37. Energy Storage System based on Biomimetic Strategies: Concept Design and Performance Assessment in Buildings

    Article • Journal of Physics Conference Series, December 2022, Institute of Physics Publishing

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  38. A Methodology to identify appropriate refurbishment strategies towards zero energy buildings in a hot and humid climate

    Article • Journal of Physics Conference Series, December 2022, Institute of Physics Publishing

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  39. Decision-Making Approach based on Multi-objective Optimization to Achieve Net-Zero Energy Neighborhoods through Retrofit in a Tropical Climate

    Article • Journal of Physics Conference Series, December 2022, Institute of Physics Publishing

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  40. Optimal Hybrid Ventilation Strategy to Assure Adequate Indoor Thermal Comfort and Air Quality in Educational Spaces under a Tropical Climate

    Article • Journal of Physics Conference Series, December 2022, Institute of Physics Publishing

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  41. The Thermal Network Approach to Model Occupants’ Heat and CO2 Generation Interactions: A Case Study in an Office Building in Panama

    Article • Journal of Physics Conference Series, December 2022, Institute of Physics Publishing

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  42. Evaluación de estrategias para reducir la huella ecológica en edificaciones residenciales en clima tropical

    Article • I+D Tecnológico, November 2022, Universidad Tecnologica de Panama

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  43. Coupling Sensitivity and Correlation Analyses to Identify Important Modeling Variables in a Naturally- Ventilated Building

    Article • October 2022, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  44. Sustainability Actions towards Neutral Carbon Footprint Higher Education Institutions: A Systematic Review

    Article • October 2022, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  45. Nature as an Inspiration to Exploit Renewable Energy Sources: A Review on Trends and Biological Strategies

    Article • October 2022, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  46. Experimental Characterization of a Solar-Photovoltaic-powered Aquaponic System: A Case Study in Bogotá, Colombia

    Article • October 2022, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  47. Parameter identification approach to represent building thermal dynamics reducing tuning time of control system gains: A case study in a tropical climate

    Article • Frontiers in Built Environment, August 2022, Frontiers

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  48. Highlighting the Probabilistic Behavior of Occupants’ Preferences in Energy Consumption by Integrating a Thermal Comfort Controller in a Tropical Climate

    Article • Sustainability, August 2022, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  49. Low-consumption techniques in tropical climates for energy and water savings in buildings: A review on experimental studies

    Article • I+D Tecnológico, July 2022, Universidad Tecnologica de Panama

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  50. Influencia del microclima en el confort térmico y desempeño energético de las edificaciones: Evaluación numérica del asentamiento de un patrimonio histórico.

    Article • NOVASINERGIA REVISTA DIGITAL DE CIENCIA INGENIERÍA Y TECNOLOGÍA, July 2022, Universidad Nacional de Chimborazo

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  51. Numerical Assessment of Different Phase Change Materials as a Passive Strategy to Reduce Energy Consumption in Buildings under Tropical Climates

    Article • Buildings, June 2022, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  52. A Multiobjective Optimization Approach for Retrofitting Decision-Making towards Achieving Net-Zero Energy Districts: A Numerical Case Study in a Tropical Climate

    Article • Smart Cities, March 2022, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  53. Comparison of Environmental Impact Assessment Methods in the Assembly and Operation of Photovoltaic Power Plants: A Systematic Review in the Castilla—La Mancha Region

    Article • Energies, March 2022, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  54. El cambio de fase como estrategia pasiva: Evaluación del rendimiento térmico-energético en edificaciones en Panamá

    Article • I+D Tecnológico, February 2022, Universidad Tecnologica de Panama

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  55. Análisis de la influencia de la masa térmica en climas tropicales mediante simulación con Energy 2D

    Article • Prisma Tecnológico, February 2022, Universidad Tecnologica de Panama

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  56. Assessment of Different Envelope Configurations via Optimization Analysis and Thermal Performance Indicators: A Case Study in a Tropical Climate

    Article • Sustainability, February 2022, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  57. Numerical Assessment of Zebra-Stripes-Based Strategies in Buildings Energy Performance: A Case Study under Tropical Climate

    Article • Biomimetics, January 2022, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  58. A Simplified Model Parameter Identification Methodology for Buildings Indoor Thermal Behavior Control: A Case Study in a Tropical Climate of Panama

    Article • January 2022, LACCEI (Latin American and Caribbean Consortium of Engineering Institutions)

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  59. Indoor Air Quality Assessment via Experimentally Calibrated Dynamic Simulation: A Case Study in an Office Building in Panama

    Article • January 2022, LACCEI (Latin American and Caribbean Consortium of Engineering Institutions)

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  60. Survey-based Exploratory Factor Analysis of Building-Occupant Behavior Interaction: A Case Study in Panama

    Article • January 2022, LACCEI (Latin American and Caribbean Consortium of Engineering Institutions)

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  61. Bio-inspired Approaches for Sustainable Cities Design in Tropical Climate

    Article • January 2022, Springer Science + Business Media

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  62. An Inspection of the Life Cycle of Sustainable Construction Projects: Towards a Biomimicry-Based Road Map Integrating Circular Economy

    Article • Biomimetics, November 2021, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  63. Estimation of Residential Energy Consumption Accounting for Occupant-Behavior and Building Characteristics: A Coupled Statistical Approach with Reduced Survey and Simulation Tool

    Article • November 2021, Springer Science + Business Media

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  64. Inspection of the Identification of Thermal Modeling Process in Buildings: A Proposed Methodology for a Case Study in Tropical Climate

    Article • November 2021, Springer Science + Business Media

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  65. Sustainability Assessment of the Anthropogenic System in Panama City: Application of Biomimetic Strategies towards Regenerative Cities

    Article • Biomimetics, November 2021, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  66. Review of Zero Energy Building Concept-Definition and Developments in Latin America: A Framework Definition for Application in Panama

    Article • Energies, September 2021, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  67. Assessment of probabilistic models to estimate the occupancy state in office buildings using indoor parameters and user-related variables

    Article • Energy and Buildings, September 2021, Elsevier

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  68. Bio-Inspired Electricity Storage Alternatives to Support Massive Demand-Side Energy Generation: A Review of Applications at Building Scale

    Article • Biomimetics, August 2021, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  69. A review of airflow rate estimation techniques for natural ventilation in buildings

    Article • Revista Facultad de Ingeniería Universidad de Antioquia, August 2021, Universidad de Antioquia

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  70. Tecnologías para la detección de ocupación en edificios

    Article • July 2021, Universidad Tecnologica de Panama

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  71. Biomimicry-Based Strategies for Urban Heat Island Mitigation: A Numerical Case Study under Tropical Climate

    Article • Biomimetics, July 2021, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  72. A Critical Review on Mathematical Descriptions to Study Flux Processes and Environmental-Related Interactions of Mangroves

    Article • Sustainability, June 2021, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  73. Evaluación del rendimiento térmico y estrategias bioclimáticas de un edificio Universitario en clima tropical húmedo

    Article • Revista de Iniciación Científica, June 2021, Universidad Tecnologica de Panama

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  74. Sistema de Control para un Sistema Solar Acondicionador de Aire por Absorción utilizando Simulación en TRNSYS

    Article • Prisma Tecnológico, February 2021, Universidad Tecnologica de Panama

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  75. Inspección del uso de la exergía en el marco de la sostenibilidad: Un caso aplicado a la combustión interna

    Article • I+D Tecnológico, February 2021, Universidad Tecnologica de Panama

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  76. Investigation into the use of thermoelectric modules as an alternative to conventional fluxmeters: Application to convective and radiative heat flux in buildings

    Article • International Journal of Thermal Sciences, February 2021, Elsevier

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  77. Evaluación de fluidos caloportadores no convencionales para aplicación solar térmica: Un estudio numérico en Panamá

    Article • Revista de Iniciación Científica, January 2021, Universidad Tecnologica de Panama

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  78. Una revisión de las estrategias de diseño de envolventes para minimización de consumo energético de edificaciones en clima tropical basado en enfoques biomiméticos

    Article • Revista de Iniciación Científica, January 2021, Universidad Tecnologica de Panama

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  79. A parametric study of implementing green roofs to improve building energy performance in tropical climate

    Article • E3S Web of Conferences, January 2021, EDP Sciences

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  80. Evaluation of Biomimicry-based Strategies to Improve Exterior Environmental parameters: A numerical Study at Urban Scale in a tropical Climate

    Article • E3S Web of Conferences, January 2021, EDP Sciences

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  81. Towards Zero Energy Districts developments base on bioclimatic strategies: A Numerical Study in a Developing Country

    Article • E3S Web of Conferences, January 2021, EDP Sciences

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  82. Use of Land Surface Temperature Estimation with Geographical Information Tools for Validation of Numerical Microclimate Studies at Urban Scale

    Article • E3S Web of Conferences, January 2021, EDP Sciences

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  83. Energy Consumption Influenced By Occupant Behavior: A Study In Residential Buildings In Panama

    Article • January 2021, LACCEI (Latin American and Caribbean Consortium of Engineering Institutions)

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  84. Buildings Energy Consumption And Thermal Comfort Assessment Using Weather And Microclimate Data: A Numerical Approach In Humid-Tropical Climate

    Article • January 2021, LACCEI (Latin American and Caribbean Consortium of Engineering Institutions)

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  85. Towards A Definition For Zero Energy Districts In Panama: A Numerical Assessment Of Passive And Active Strategies

    Article • January 2021, LACCEI (Latin American and Caribbean Consortium of Engineering Institutions)

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  86. Influence Of Arborization In Building Energy Consumption And Thermal Comfort: A Numerical Study In Tropical Climate

    Article • January 2021, LACCEI (Latin American and Caribbean Consortium of Engineering Institutions)

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  87. Estimation of the Radiative Sky Cooling Potential through Meteorological Data: A Case Study in Tropical Climate

    Article • E3S Web of Conferences, January 2021, EDP Sciences

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  88. Mejoras al desempeño energético en edificaciones abordando los desafíos actuales del demand-side: Una revisión de contribuciones de Latinoamérica

    Article • NOVASINERGIA REVISTA DIGITAL DE CIENCIA INGENIERÍA Y TECNOLOGÍA, December 2020, Universidad Nacional de Chimborazo

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  89. Inspection of Biomimicry Approaches as an Alternative to Address Climate-Related Energy Building Challenges: A Framework for Application in Panama

    Article • Biomimetics, August 2020, MDPI AG

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  90. Evaluación de la técnica de fusión de sensores para la detección de ocupación en una oficina universitaria

    Article • I+D Tecnológico, July 2020, Universidad Tecnologica de Panama

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  91. Operation assessment of an air-PCM unit for summer thermal comfort in a naturally ventilated building

    Article • Architectural Science Review, July 2020, Taylor & Francis

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  92. Numerical Assessment of Bioclimatic Architecture Strategies for Buildings Design in Tropical Climates: A Case of Study in Panama

    Article • E3S Web of Conferences, January 2020, EDP Sciences

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  93. Assessment of Different Approaches to Model the Thermal Behavior of a Passive Building via System Identification Process

    Article • January 2020, Springer Science + Business Media

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  94. Qualification of the Energy Charge-Discharge of a Concrete Slab in a Naturally Ventilated Building

    Article • October 2019, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  95. Impact of the Envelope Layout in the Thermal Behavior of Buildings in Panama: A Numerical Study

    Article • October 2019, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  96. Occupancy patterns obtained by heuristic approaches: Cluster analysis and logical flowcharts. A case study in a university office

    Article • Energy and Buildings, March 2019, Elsevier

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  97. Towards nearly zero energy buildings in Panama through low-consumption techniques: A numerical study

    Article • January 2019, American Institute of Physics

    Dafni Mora, PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  98. Experimental Study of a natural ventilation strategy in a Full-Scale Enclosure Under Meteorological Conditions: A Buoyancy-Driven Approach

    Article • KnE Engineering, February 2018, Knowledge E

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin

  99. On the coupling between natural ventilation and sensible energy charge and discharge in buildings : an experimental and modeling approach

    Article • Agence Bibliographique de l'Enseignement Supérieur

    PhD in Mechanics Miguel Chen Austin