PEOPLE
Our Research Group
This research group seeks to understand how individuals' skills, participation in community activities, and overall well-being are interconnected within the built environment. By exploring these relationships, they aim to identify ways to enhance urban design and planning to promote healthier and more sustainable communities. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, they strive to address complex urban challenges and improve the quality of life for residents.
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Welcome to Our Research Group
Welcome to the homepage of our esteemed research group led by Dr. Don Samarasinghe and mentored by Professor James.
Our group comprises dedicated academic staff members and researchers committed to advancing knowledge and innovation in various fields.
Meet Our Leadership:
Dr. Don Samarasinghe (Group Lead): Dr. Samarasinghe leads our team with a passion for pioneering research and fostering academic excellence.
Professor James Rotimi: As our mentor, Professor James provides invaluable guidance and insight, shaping the trajectory of our research endeavors.
Collaborations
Our Academic Staff:
Dr. Claire Flemmer: Dr. Flemmer's dedication to her field enriches our group's intellectual landscape.
Dr. Zhenan Feng: With a focus on cutting-edge technology, Dr. Feng contributes significantly to our research outputs.
Dr. Chandana Siriwardana: Dr. Siriwardana's commitment to excellence fuels our group's pursuit of academic and research excellence.
Dr. Kelvin Zuo: Dr. Kelvin's expertise brings a unique dimension to our research endeavors.
Dr. Hennie Van Heerden: Dr. Van Heerden's scholarly contributions greatly enrich our group's research portfolio.
Dr. Chinthaka Attapatu: Dr. Attapatu's innovative research and academic rigor significantly advance our group's scholarly endeavors.
Dr Akvan Gajanayake: He has over 8 years of experience at RMIT University, where he currently serves as a Lecturer and contributing to People Research Group.
Dr. Ravi Reddy: Ravi Reddy has 20 years of academic and field experience in environmental and occupational health. His research focuses on occupational health and safety, community health outcomes, and the needs of vulnerable groups, with experience in Pacific and migrant health research and supervision.
Professor Abdul Rahimi: Rahimi is professor in the Faculty of Civil Engineering Technology. He has extensive experience serving clients in several industries on project governance, organization design, and talent development.
Dr Fahimeh McGregor: As founder of DELTA Informed Decisions, I provide business intelligence consulting to organizations across all sectors and contribute to the People Research Group.
Dr Nic Bao: Dr. Nic Bao’s research integrates architecture, computational design, and intelligent construction, aligning with the People Research Group's focus on innovative building methods.
Dr Harold Aquino: Dr. Harold Aquino blends technical expertise in resilience engineering, infrastructure planning, and construction management with advanced skills in data analytics, machine learning, and AI. His research applies data-driven methods such as computer vision, forecasting, modelling, and simulation to strengthen resilience and sustainability in the built environment.
About us
Our research group is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of knowledge and fostering innovation across various disciplines. Through collaborative efforts and a commitment to excellence, we aim to address pressing societal challenges and contribute to the advancement of science and technology globally.
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