Research News @ Rinker School
Here, we highlight the latest accomplishments and milestones of our faculty and graduate students. It features updates on externally funded research awards received by our faculty, showcasing the breadth and impact of their contributions to advancing knowledge in construction management and the built environment. This page also serves as a space for announcing upcoming PhD and master’s thesis defenses, celebrating the achievements of our graduate students and inviting the academic community and public to engage with their work.
MSc Defense – Amixadai Miranda-Hernandez
Please join us for Amixadai Miranda-Hernandez’s MSc Defense titled “Building Smart Mobility in the U.S.: Achieving Benchmark Public Transportation Performance Through Accessibility and Sustainability Indicators” at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, October 15, in RNK304A (Small Conference Room).
MSc Defense – Zhenlin Yang
Please join us for Zhenlin Yang’s MSc Defense titled “Developing Feedbacker: A Tool for Enhancing Technical Writing in AEC Capstone Projects Through Real-Time Feedback” at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, October 7, in RNK304A (Small Conference Room).
MSc Defense – Josie Blohm
Please join us for Josie Blohm’s MSc Defense titled “Health Effects of Silica on Construction Workers and Legal Actions Taken by Workers Against Employers and Suppliers” at 9:00 AM on Monday, October 6, in RNK303 (Large Conference Room).
MSc Defense – Jordyn Golden
Please join us for Jordyn Golden’s MSc Defense titled “Cost Barriers Hindering Circular Construction in the United States: A Dynamic Approach” at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, October 22, in RNK303 (Large Conference Room).
MSc Defense – Elham Fadavi
Please join us for Elham Fadavi’s MSc Defense titled “Housing and Industry: A Systematic Review of Historical and Contemporary Practices and Lessons for Workforce Housing” at 9:00 AM on Friday, October 10, in RNK304A (Small Conference Room).
MSc Defense – Reshalla Ramsaran
Please join us for Reshalla Ramsaran’s MSc Defense titled “Owner Competencies for Leading and Managing Successful Design Build Teams” at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, October 15, in RNK303 (Large Conference Room).