Dr. Giovanni Perrucci | environmental psychology | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Department of Orthopedics, Shanghai Changzheng Hospital🎓

The nominee, a PhD holder in Architecture since 2016, has demonstrated excellence in research, education, and practical applications in architecture and sustainability. His dual focus on comfort and accessibility, alongside nature-based solutions for climate resilience, addresses critical contemporary issues. His notable contributions, backed by research grants and real-world projects, underscore his commitment to advancing sustainable architecture.

Professional Profile

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🎓 Education

This architect earned a PhD in Architecture in 2016, exploring themes of comfort and accessibility as essential quality measures for inhabited spaces. These areas complement his innovative focus on nature-based solutions to mitigate climate change effects in urban settings. His academic journey includes impactful teaching at Roma Tre University, emphasizing sustainable construction materials and their life-cycle environmental impacts.

🏢 Work Experience

His diverse experience spans both academia and practical projects, including coordinating and managing sustainable construction initiatives. Notably, he worked on raw-earth and wood construction projects in Guatemala and Italy, managed workflows at Ristorante Baccano, and organized practical workshops in eco-sustainable design. His applied knowledge also extends to urban projects, where he contributed to executive planning, environmental assessments, and BIM procedures.

🧬 Skills

Proficient in GIS (ArcGIS Esri), AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office, he also demonstrates strong capabilities in the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). His language skills include native Italian, with intermediate English (B1-C1), basic Spanish (A2-B1), and elementary French (A1-A2).

Awards and Honors 🏆

Recognized for his innovative project contributions, he won funding for projects like Staffettartigiana, an initiative to rejuvenate abandoned spaces, and Sottani in rete, supported by the Puglia Region.

Memberships📜

He collaborates with Associazione Esperimenti Architettonici on regional revitalization projects in Puglia, advancing architecture’s role in community reactivation.

📚 Teaching Experience

He has a strong foundation in teaching, providing supplementary instruction in courses like City and Environment and Architecture Construction Lab at Roma Tre University. He also led a workshop in sustainable design, enhancing students’ practical skills and ecological awareness.

🔬 Research Focus

His research encompasses comfort, accessibility, and sustainable design, with particular expertise in using vegetation to counter climate change effects. His contributions include studies on elderly-friendly urban design, environmental zoning, and universal elevator design. Additionally, he has authored and co-authored articles, and presented research internationally, expanding knowledge in architecture and social housing.

Conclusion

With his robust research contributions, community-driven projects, and innovative approach to sustainability, this nominee embodies the spirit of the Best Researcher Award. His dedication to eco-friendly urban design, coupled with a strong academic and applied portfolio, makes him a compelling candidate for recognition as a leader in sustainable architecture research.

📚 Publilcation

“Embodied Carbon Premium for Cantilevers”
- Authors: Helal, J., Trabucco, D., Ruggiero, D., Miglietta, P., Perrucci, G.
- Journal: Buildings
- Year: 2024
- Volume/Issue/Page: 14(4), 871
“The occupants’ perspective as catalyst for less energy intensive buildings”
- Authors: Martincigh, L., Bianchi, F., Di Guida, M., Perrucci, G.
- Journal: Energy and Buildings
- Year: 2016
- Volume/Page: 115, pp. 94–101

Dr Georg Oesterdiekhoff | Social Sciences | Outstanding Scientist Award

Privatdozent at Karlsruher Institut für Technologie, Germany

Dr. Georg W. Oesterdiekhoff, born on October 21, 1957, in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, is a distinguished sociologist and psychologist with extensive academic and professional experience. He completed his high school education (Abitur) in 1976 and pursued higher education in sociology, economy, and philosophy at the University of Duisburg, where he earned a diploma in 1983. He also attained a Staatsexamen for teaching in 1985.

Profile:

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Education:

🎓 High School Diploma (Abitur): 1964 – 1976. 🎓 University of Duisburg: Sociology, Economy, and Philosophy (Diploma), 1976 – 1983. 🎓 University of Duisburg: Social Sciences, History, and Philosophy (Teacher’s Degree), 1978 – 1985. 🏅 Diploma (University Award for Excellent Thesis), 1983.

🎓 Doctorates:

Sociology (Dr. soc.wiss., University of Duisburg), 1993. Psychology (Dr. phil., University of Bremen), 1993 📜 Habilitation: Sociology (University of Karlsruhe), 1999.

Academic Positions:

👨‍🏫 University of Duisburg: Tutor (Philosophy), Instructor (Sociology) 👨‍🏫 University of Münster: Assistant, Instructor (Sociology) 👨‍🏫 Institute for Advanced Studies (Essen): Fellow, 1999 👨‍🏫 Universities of Essen and Oldenburg: Instructor (Sociology), 2000 – 2002 👨‍🏫 University of Würzburg: Lecturer (Sociology), 2003👨‍🏫 University of Aachen: Deputy Professor (Sociology), 2004 – 2006 👨‍🏫 University of Erlangen-Nürnberg: Professor (Sociology), 2009 👨‍🏫 Universidad Nacional de Colombia: Visiting Professor, 2010

Professional Experience:

🏠 Civil Service: Youth House in Dorsten, 1977 – 1978👨‍🏫 Adult Education Instructor: 1981, 1991, 1993📊 Freelancer: IRES (Düsseldorf), Infratest Research (München), 1988 – 1996👨‍🏫 German Paracelsus Schools: Lecturer (Psychology), 1995 – 2002

Research Focus in :

Dr. Georg W. Oesterdiekhoff’s research in social sciences encompasses a broad range of interdisciplinary topics with a strong focus on the following areas:

Cognitive Development and Historical Sociology Investigates the development of human cognition across historical periods and its impact on societal structures.Explores the progression of cognitive abilities from primitive societies to modern civilizations, analyzing how these changes influence cultural and social evolution.

Social Change and Modernization Examines the processes and consequences of social change, particularly in the context of industrialization and modernization.Studies the transformation of values, norms, and social institutions in response to economic and technological advancements.

Globalization and Cultural Differences Analyzes the effects of globalization on cultural practices, family structures, and social organizations.Investigates the interplay between global influences and local traditions, focusing on how different cultures adapt to and integrate global trends.

Youth and CommercializationFocuses on the experiences and challenges faced by youth in contemporary society, particularly regarding commercialization and consumer culture.Explores the impact of media, marketing, and organizational structures on the development and behavior of young people.

European Rationalism and Value Changes Studies the historical development of rational thought in Europe and its influence on societal values.Investigates shifts in values and belief systems over time, especially in the context of scientific and intellectual advancements.

Through his extensive research, Dr. Oesterdiekhoff has contributed significantly to the understanding of how cognitive development and social change interact over historical periods, shaping modern societies. His work is characterized by a deep interdisciplinary approach, bridging sociology, psychology, history, and philosophy.

Citations:

📚 Citations: 299 (by 108 documents)
📄 Publications: 41 documents
📊 h-index: 10

Publication Top Notes:

Civilization Theory and Structural-genetic Theory Programme: Two Fundamental Theories in Comparison
- Journal: Integrative Psychological and Behavioral Science
- Year: 2023
The Belief in Ghosts and Specters: The Cognitive-developmental Approach as an Explanatory Tool to the Prevalence of Superstition in Ancient Societies
- Journal: Human Evolution
- Year: 2023
Archaic and Modern Human Beings: Stage Theory and Big History
- Journal: Human Evolution
- Year: 2023
Animism and Purposiveness in Plato’s Cosmology: The Psychological Foundations of Ancient Metaphysics
- Journal: Human Evolution
- Year: 2022
Understandings of Syllogisms in Ontogeny and History: The Contributions of J. Piaget, A. R. Luria, M. Cole, and S. Scribner in Comparison
- Journal: American Journal of Psychology
- Year: 2022
Philosophy Before Philosophy: The Dogon Cosmology Reconsidered
- Journal: International Journal of Anthropology
- Year: 2021

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