Marianne Touchie

Dr. [Name] is a leading researcher in the field of building science, with a focus on improving indoor environmental quality, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort in residential and commercial buildings. Their work spans a wide range of topics, including ventilation systems, smart building technologies, occupant behavior, and energy retrofits. Dr. [Name] has made significant contributions to the understanding of how building design, technology, and human behavior interact to influence energy use and thermal comfort. They are also deeply involved in interdisciplinary research, combining engineering, environmental science, and social science to develop sustainable and user-centered building solutions. Dr. [Name] has published extensively in top-tier journals and has been recognized for their innovative approaches to solving complex challenges in the built environment.

Marianne Touchie is an Associate Professor of Civil Engineering and Mechanical and Industrial Engineering with expertise in energy retrofits, thermal comfort, and energy modeling in multi-unit residential buildings. Her research focuses on understanding occupant behavior, building performance, and the impact of environmental factors on comfort and energy efficiency. She investigates the role of occupants in energy performance gaps, the effectiveness of smart HVAC systems, and the influence of indoor environmental quality on well-being. Her work also explores the potential of energy-retrofit strategies to improve thermal comfort and reduce carbon emissions in social housing and high-rise residential buildings.