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2025

Quantitative threshold effects identification of urban green exposure on multidimensional human health – A case study in Xiamen City, China

Zheng, Y., Hamm, N. A. S., Lin, T., Liu, J., Zhou, T., Ren, X., Bai, X., Geng, H., Zhang, J., Jia, Z. & Chen, Y., May 2025, In: Urban Forestry and Urban Greening. 107, 1, 128808.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

2024

Advancing urban agriculture and air quality in edge computing environments through integrated small-scale plant-based filtration systems

Wang, C., Zou, T., Zhou, T., Lyu, Y., Dawodu, A. & Cheshmehzangi, A., May 2024, In: Resources, Conservation and Recycling. 204, 107522.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

Global assessment of radiative cooling and low-emissivity coatings for energy efficiency in buildings across all climate zones

Wang, J., Li, Z., Zhou, T., Deng, W., Liang, R., Lun, I. Y. F., Li, Y. & Bao, R., 15 Aug 2024, In: Energy and Buildings. 317, 114402.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

6 Citations (Scopus)

Granular insights into occupant behaviours and CO2 emissions in the UK

Zhang, R., Zhou, T., Jing, R., Cai, H., Lin, T., Wang, K., He, H., Zhang, G., Wu, X. & Ye, H., 1 Nov 2024, In: Journal of Cleaner Production. 478, 143923.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

1 Citation (Scopus)

Influence of Subjective Factors on Window Use in Maternity Hospitals in Spring

Xiao, M., Deng, W., Ma, H., Wu, J., Zhou, T., Zhu, J., Wang, Y. & Pan, S., Nov 2024, In: Sustainability (Switzerland). 16, 22, 9808.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

Open Access

Introducing a novel method for simulating stochastic movement and occupancy in residential spaces using time-use survey data

Zhang, R., Zhou, T., Ye, H. & Darkwa, J., Feb 2024, In: Energy and Buildings. 304, 113854.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

2 Citations (Scopus)

Operational Strategy of a DC Inverter Heat Pump System Considering PV Power Fluctuation and Demand-Side Load Characteristics

Li, Y., Lu, Y., Sun, J., Wang, T., Zong, S., Zhou, T. & Wang, X., 18 Apr 2024, In: Buildings. 14, 4, 1139.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

3 Citations (Scopus)

Quantitative evaluation of urban green exposure and its impact on human health: A case study on the 3–30-300 green space rule

Zheng, Y., Lin, T., Hamm, N. A. S., Liu, J., Zhou, T., Geng, H., Zhang, J., Ye, H., Zhang, G., Wang, X. & Chen, T., 10 May 2024, In: Science of the Total Environment. 924, 171461.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

13 Citations (Scopus)

Retrofit design and operation strategies for dental clinics with optimised indoor thermal comfort, energy consumption, and life cycle cost

Ma, S., Deng, W., Lu, J., Zhou, T., Zhang, H. & Wang, X., Aug 2024, In: Energy for Sustainable Development. 81, 101510.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

Thermal comfort in different building forms and operation conditions—case study of Ningbo dental treatment rooms

Ma, S., Lu, H., Deng, W., Lu, J., Zhou, T. & Zhang, H., 30 Aug 2024, In: International Journal of Low-Carbon Technologies. 19, p. 2050-2057 8 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

Open Access

2023

China’s Role in Combating Global Climate Change: Pathways to Reducing Carbon Emissions in Buildings

Wang, Y., Zhou, T. & Zhang, R., 2023, Urban Sustainability. Springer, p. 9-18 10 p. (Urban Sustainability; vol. Part F3690).

Research output: Chapter in Book/Conference proceeding › Book Chapter › peer-review

Development of composite microencapsulated phase change materials for multi-temperature thermal energy storage

Su, W., Darkwa, J., Zhou, T., Du, D., Kokogiannakis, G., Li, Y., Wang, L. & Gao, L., 27 Jul 2023, In: Crystals. 13, 8, 1167.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

Open Access

Development of Composite Microencapsulated Phase Change Materials for Multi-Temperature Thermal Energy Storage

Su, W., Darkwa, J., Zhou, T., Du, D., Kokogiannakis, G., Li, Y., Wang, L. & Gao, L., Aug 2023, In: Crystals. 13, 8, 1167.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

Open Access

4 Citations (Scopus)

Estimating the number of occupants and activity intensity in large spaces with environmental sensors

Zhang, X., Zhou, T., Kokogiannakis, G., Xia, L. & Wang, C., Sept 2023, In: Building and Environment. 243, 110714.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

3 Citations (Scopus)

Evaluating the Energy Efficiency and Carbon Footprint of Small-Scale Distributed and Centralized Vertical Farming Systems

Wang, C., Zhou, T., Yu, Z. & Du, D., 2023, In: Energy Proceedings . 32

Research output: Journal Publication › Conference article › peer-review

Open Access

Exploring the Emergence of Digital Twins in the Construction Industry

Sun, J., Zhou, T., Mendis, T. & Lun, I., 2023, Urban Sustainability. Springer, p. 19-31 13 p. (Urban Sustainability; vol. Part F3690).

Research output: Chapter in Book/Conference proceeding › Book Chapter › peer-review

Insights About Smart Buildings and Sustainable Cities: An Editorial to the Book

Zhou, T., Chen, Y., Deng, W. & Cheshmehzangi, A., 2023, Urban Sustainability. Springer, p. 1-6 6 p. (Urban Sustainability; vol. Part F3690).

Research output: Chapter in Book/Conference proceeding › Book Chapter › peer-review

Investigation of thermal comfort and preferred temperatures for healthcare staff in hospitals in Ningbo, China

Ma, S., Deng, W., Lu, J., Zhou, T. & Liu, B., 1 Dec 2023, In: Journal of Building Engineering. 80, 108029.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

10 Citations (Scopus)

Preface

Zhou, T., Chen, Y., Deng, W. & Cheshmehzangi, A., 2023, In: Urban Sustainability. Part F3690, p. v-vi

Research output: Journal Publication › Editorial

Quantifying the impacts of posture changes on office worker productivity: an exploratory study using effective computer interactions as a real-time indicator

Wang, H., Yu, D., Zeng, Y., Zhou, T., Wang, W., Liu, X., Pei, Z., Yu, Y., Wang, C., Deng, Y. & Cheshmehzangi, A., Dec 2023, In: BMC Public Health. 23, 1, 2198.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

Open Access

4 Citations (Scopus)

Smart buildings and technologies for sustainable cities in China

Zhou, T. (Editor), Chen, Y. (Editor), Deng, W. (Editor) & Cheshmehzangi, A. (Editor), 2023, Singapore: Springer Singapore. 161 p. (Urban Sustainability)

Research output: Book/Report › Book

2022

An experimental and numerical study of the winter outdoor wind environment in high-rise residential complexes in a coastal city in Northern China

Peng, Z., Chen, Y., Deng, W., Lun, I. Y. F., Jiang, N., Lv, G. & Zhou, T., Nov 2022, In: Buildings. 12, 11, 2011.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

Open Access

4 Citations (Scopus)

A Review of Physical and Digital Mock-Up Applications in Healthcare Building Development

Lu, J., Fu, C., Zhou, T., Xie, J. & Loo, Y. M., Jun 2022, In: Buildings. 12, 6, 745.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

Open Access

3 Citations (Scopus)

Thermal Comfort and Adaptive Behaviors in Medical Buildings: A Literature Review

Wang, C., Zhou, T., Lyu, Y., Deng, W. & Hong, S. H., 2022, Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Architecture, Materials and Construction - ICAMC 2021. Mendonça, P. & Cortiços, N. D. (eds.). Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, p. 399-407 9 p. (Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering; vol. 226 LNCE).

Research output: Chapter in Book/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review

Thermal Comfort and Energy Consumption in Healthcare Buildings – A Review

Ma, S., Ma, Y., Zhang, Q., Deng, W., Lu, J. & Zhou, T., 2022, Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Architecture, Materials and Construction - ICAMC 2021. Mendonça, P. & Cortiços, N. D. (eds.). Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, p. 381-390 10 p. (Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering; vol. 226 LNCE).

Research output: Chapter in Book/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review

2 Citations (Scopus)

2021

A data-driven approach for window opening predictions in non-air-conditioned buildings

Fu, Y., Zhou, T., Lun, I., Khayatian, F., Deng, W. & Su, W., 11 Aug 2021, (Published Online) In: Intelligent Buildings International. 14, 3, p. 329-345 17 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

Open Access

3 Citations (Scopus)

2020

Automatic layer classification method-based elevation recognition in architectural drawings for reconstruction of 3D BIM models

Yin, M., Tang, L., Zhou, T., Wen, Y., Xu, R. & Deng, W., May 2020, In: Automation in Construction. 113, 103082.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

38 Citations (Scopus)

2019

Development of microencapsulated phase change material with poly (methyl methacrylate) shell for thermal energy storage

Su, W., Zhou, T., Li, Y. & Lv, Y., 2019, In: Energy Procedia. 158, p. 4483-4488 6 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Conference article › peer-review

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18 Citations (Scopus)

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Microencapsulation of paraffin with poly (urea methacrylate) shell for solar water heater

Su, W., Li, Y., Zhou, T., Darkwa, J., Kokogiannakis, G. & Li, Z., 4 Sept 2019, In: Energies. 12, 18, , 3406.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

Open Access

15 Citations (Scopus)

2017

An empirical study of perceptions towards construction and demolition waste recycling and reuse in China

Jin, R., Li, B., Zhou, T., Wanatowski, D. & Piroozfar, P., 2017, In: Resources, Conservation and Recycling. 126, p. 86-98 13 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

Open Access

329 Citations (Scopus)

Preparation of microencapsulated phase change materials (MEPCM) for thermal energy storage

Su, W., Darkwa, J., Kokogiannakis, G., Zhou, T. & Li, Y., 2017, In: Energy Procedia. 121, p. 95-101 7 p.

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36 Citations (Scopus)

59 Downloads (Pure)

2015

Evaluation of thermal energy dynamics in a compacted high-conductivity phase-change material

Darkwa, J., Su, O. & Zhou, T., 2015, In: Journal of Thermophysics and Heat Transfer. 29, 2, p. 291-296 6 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

Open Access

4 Citations (Scopus)

Thermal evaluation of laminated composite phase change material gypsum board under dynamic conditions

Zhou, T., Darkwa, J. & Kokogiannakis, G., 1 Jun 2015, In: Renewable Energy. 78, p. 448-456 9 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

Open Access

38 Citations (Scopus)

2014

Numerical and experimental analysis into the thermal performance of a novel phase change material gypsum board

Zhou, T., Darkwa, J. & Kokogiannakis, G., 2014, 12th International Energy Conversion Engineering Conference, IECEC 2014. American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc., (12th International Energy Conversion Engineering Conference, IECEC 2014).

Research output: Chapter in Book/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review

2012

Development of non-deform micro-encapsulated phase change energy storage tablets

Darkwa, J., Su, O. & Zhou, T., Oct 2012, In: Applied Energy. 98, p. 441-447 7 p.

Research output: Journal Publication › Article › peer-review

25 Citations (Scopus)

2011

Enhanced laminated composite phase change material for energy storage

Darkwa, J. & Zhou, T., Feb 2011, In: Energy Conversion and Management. 52, 2, p. 810-815 6 p.

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