Professor of Applied Physics of the built environment, Politecnico di Bari, Italy
Francesco Ruggiero is an esteemed academic and researcher based in Italy, currently serving as a Professor at the Politecnico di Bari, Department of Architecture, Construction, and Design. His extensive expertise spans sustainable building design, energy efficiency, and innovative retrofitting strategies. Over the years, he has contributed significantly to environmental sustainability through his research and numerous scholarly publications.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
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🎓 EDUCATION
Francesco Ruggiero earned his degrees in architecture and building engineering from prestigious Italian universities, with a strong focus on sustainable design and technological innovation in architecture. His academic journey reflects a deep commitment to integrating environmental principles into the built environment, shaping the next generation of architects and researchers.
💼 EXPERIENCE
Since 2000, Ruggiero has held various positions at the Politecnico di Bari, progressing from a Researcher in the Department of Technical Physics to a full Professor in the Department of Architecture, Construction, and Design. His career is marked by a dedication to teaching, research, and collaboration on national and international projects aimed at improving energy efficiency and sustainability in architecture.
🏆 AWARDS AND HONORS
Throughout his career, Francesco Ruggiero has received numerous awards and honors recognizing his contributions to sustainable architecture and building energy efficiency. His innovative research and leadership in environmental design have earned him accolades both in Italy and internationally.
🔬 RESEARCH FOCUS
Ruggiero’s research focuses on sustainable building technologies, energy-efficient retrofitting, natural ventilation strategies, and phase-change materials in Mediterranean climates. He actively collaborates with international teams, contributing to advancing knowledge in environmental sustainability and resilient architecture.
📚 PUBLICATION TOP NOTES
- 📖 CFD Analysis of the Impact of Building Shape on Natural Ventilation Effectiveness in High-Rise Buildings
- 🌞 From energy-intensive buildings to NetPlus targets: An innovative solar exoskeleton for the energy retrofitting of existing buildings
- 🌬️ Influence of cross-ventilation cooling potential on thermal comfort in high-rise buildings in a hot and humid climate
- 🏠 Natural ventilation effectiveness in low-income housing to challenge energy poverty
- 🔄 Assessing the Potential of Phase-Change Materials in Energy Retrofitting of Existing Buildings in a Mediterranean Climate
- ☀️ “En-Solex”: A Novel Solar Exoskeleton for the Energy-efficiency Retrofitting of Existing Buildings
- 💨 Evaluation of mixed mode ventilation cooling energy saving potential in nZEB: A case study in Southern Italy
- 🌐 The efficiency of hybrid ventilation on cooling energy savings in NZEBs
- 🏜️ Exploring building’s envelope thermal behavior of the neo-vernacular residential architecture in a hot and dry climate region of Algeria
- 🏗️ A Dissipating Frames for Seismic Retrofitting and Building Energy-Efficiency
✨ CONCLUSION
Francesco Ruggiero’s distinguished career in sustainable architecture, energy efficiency, and environmental design continues to influence academic research and practical applications globally. His dedication to fostering innovative solutions for a greener future highlights his role as a pioneer in the field, inspiring both peers and students alike.