Team Members

Lead

Zofia K. Rybkowski, PhD

Current Graduate Thesis Students

Mehdi Farahbakhsh

PhD Candidate

Architecture

Graduated in 2021

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Potentials and challenges of robotic 3D-printing of compound compression-only shell structures


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Maryam Mansoori

PhD Candidate
Architecture

Expected graduation 2021

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Toward material-driven adaptive architecture: Designing hybrid transformable surfaces with shape-memory behavior


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Pooria Golestanirad

MSCM thesis student

Construction Science

Graduated in 2022

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Zero Energy Prototype:

Cross-ventilation optimization for large-scale 3D-printing


Meeranali Saiyad

MSCM thesis student

Construction Science

Graduated in 2022

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Robotics in performance monitoring on a construction site


Yasaman Arefazar

MSCM thesis student

Construction Science

Expected graduation 2022

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Developing a Value Stream Map Simulation: A training tool for the Construction Industry


Former Thesis Students

(Chaired or Co-Chaired)

1. James P. Smith, PhD, Architecture (with emphasis in construction science), graduated 2013)

Trust building in the construction delivery process: A relational look-ahead tool for managing trust

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2. Rajeswari Obulam, MSCM, Construction Science, 2021

Identifying Pain Points and Optimal Opportunities for Automation in Commercial Construction: A Qualitative Analysis

COSC TAMU recipient: Outstanding Graduate Student Research Award


3. Daniel Leal Hirsch, MSCM, Construction Science, 2019

Investigating the perception of construction science students regarding the urgency for sustainable construction: A case study in Texas


4. Fatemeh Solhjou (Ellie) Khah, MSCM, Construction Science, 2018

Developing and testing an innovative architectural programming simulation as a precursor to Target Value Design

COSC TAMU recipient: Outstanding Graduate Student Research Award


5. Nikita Bhagat, MSCM, Construction Science, MSCM, Construction Science, 2018

Modulating natural ventilation to enhance resilience through nozzle profiles


6. Ralph Salazar, MSCM, Construction Science, 2017

An exploration of military health facility developers’ perceptions of evidence-based design, Choosing by Advantages, and lean culture


7. Muzafar Thameem, MSCM, Construction Science, 2017

Delivery methods and social network analysis of unethical behavior in the construction industry: An exploratory study


8. Rajat Gupta, MSCM, Construction Science, 2016

A framework for EPBT calculation of roof-mounted photovoltaic systems


9. Yamini Bhatt, MSCM, Construction Science, 2016

Trainathon lean simulation game: Determining the perception of value of training among construction stakeholders


10. Noorien Bhaidani, MSCM, Construction Science, 2016

Development and testing of a simulation to illustrate reliability in schedule through percent planned complete


11. Navya Nadiminti, MSCM, Construction Science, 2016

Development and testing of a simulation to illustrate how to lower the river to reveal the rocks


12. Anush Neeraj, MSCM, Construction Science, 2016

Framework to link lean simulations principles and their manifestation on construction projects


13. Mark Behm, MSCM, Construction Science, 2015

The implementation of Target Value Design from the perspective of a mid-sized residential builder: A case study


14. Vaarun Chhajed, MSCM, Construction Science, 2015

Investigation into the development and application of simulations in lean construction


15. Huazhang Huang, MSCM, Construction Science, 2015

Exploration of implementation of the Last Planner System of Production Control by Chinese contractors: A case study


16. Shruthi Ravi R. Iyer, MSCM, Construction Science, 2015

Engaging a multi-disciplinary literature review in the development of a framework to assess construction collaboration


17. Nivedita Kalyanaraman, MSCM, Construction Science, 2015

Identification of long-term learning outcomes and opportunities for improvement from an interdisciplinary course in architecture, engineering and construction


18. Ravichandra Sadhu, MSCM, Construction Science, 2015

Understanding the Lean-IPD model underlying the “Toyota Way”: A case study on production planning during construction of a healthcare facility


19. Di Ai, Construction Science, MSCM, Construction Science, 2014

The children’s hospital X project: A case study in benefit and cost analysis of a Lean-IPD project


20. Neal K. Gandhi, MSCM, Construction Science, 2014

Exploratory investigation of the impact of professional architectural education on tendencies toward work collaboration


21. Pedro Puentes Dias, MSCM, Construction Science, 2014

Benchmarking current perceptions of general contractors of Return on Investment on affordable rehabilitation housing projects: a case study in the state of Texas


22. Vishnu Ramanath, MSCM, Construction Science, 2014

Exploratory investigation into influence of educational background on tendency to collaborate among owners, architects, engineers, and contractors


23. Carlos Daniel Velasco Navarrette, MSCM, Construction Science, 2014

Affordable housing rehabilitation: homeowner’s perspective--a case study of a veteran’s program in the state of Texas


24. Manish Munankami, MSCM, Construction Science, 2012

Development and testing of simulation (game) to illustrate basic principles of integrated project delivery and Target Value Design: A first run study


25. Aditi Kulkarni, MSCM, Construction Science, 2012

Cost comparison of collaborative and IPD-like project delivery methods versus competitive non-collaborative project delivery methods


26. Shane Kulman, MSCM, Construction Science, 2012

A comparison of energy consumption between traditional exterior wall framing materials and insulated concrete forms for educational buildings in North Texas


27. Joshua Hullum, MSCM, Construction Science, 2011

Investigation to discover most effective method of teaching target costing to construction-minded individuals


28. Hea Yeon Hwang, MSCM, Construction Science, 2011

An investigation of window and lighting systems using Life Cycle Cost Analysis for the purpose of energy conservation in Langford Building A at Texas A&M University


29. Abhijeet Singh, MSCM, Construction Science, 2011

Integration of BIM and sustainability as identified by students at College of Architecture, Texas A&M University


30. Niraja Adloori, MSCM, Construction Science, 2010

Role of library as resource in built environment education: Texas A&M University TRC library as a case study


31. Dori Binion, MSCM, Construction Science, 2010

Investigating public awareness of xeriscape in Bryan, College Station, Texas: A case study


32. Yaquta Faquih, MSCM, Construction Science, 2010

Comparative analysis of the cost models used for estimating renovation costs of universities in Texas


33. Udaya Gottipati, MSCM, Construction Science, 2010

Development of a pilot study simulation to investigate the impact of target costing on team dynamics and design aesthetics


34. Payal Mukherji, MSCM, Construction Science, 2010

Study of possible applications of currently available building information modeling tools for the analysis of initial costs and energy cost for performing life cycle cost analysis