Jeffrey Siegel

Jeffrey Siegel is a Professor in the Department of Civil & Mineral Engineering at the University of Toronto. His research focuses on Building Engineering, Indoor Air Quality, and Building Science. He holds joint appointments at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health and the Department of Physical & Environmental Sciences. Siegel's work includes healthy and sustainable buildings, ventilation, and indoor air quality in residential and commercial settings. He is a Fellow of ASHRAE and a member of the Academy of Fellows of ISIAQ. Siegel teaches courses in indoor air quality, sustainable buildings, and sustainable energy systems. He is affiliated with the Hub for Advancing Buildings (HAB) and has contributed to various research initiatives and publications.

Jeffrey Siegel's research focuses on energy, indoor air quality, ozone, particles, and buildings. His work explores the impact of indoor environmental factors on human health and building systems. Siegel investigates the effects of particulate matter, ozone, and microbial communities in indoor environments, with an emphasis on residential and commercial buildings. His studies include the evaluation of air cleaners, HVAC systems, and filtration technologies to improve indoor air quality while balancing energy efficiency. He also examines the relationship between indoor pollutants and health outcomes, such as cognitive function and respiratory conditions. His research highlights the importance of building characteristics, ventilation strategies, and occupant behavior in shaping indoor environmental quality.