Dr. Yuxiang Chen is an accomplished expert in solar engineering and thermal energy storage in building applications in cold regions. He has dedicated his career to researching and developing innovative solutions to improve the energy efficiency and sustainability of buildings in harsh, cold climates. Dr. Chen’s research focuses on the hygrothermal performance of wood-frame building envelopes, with a particular interest in understanding and optimizing energy use in residential buildings. His expertise in this area has been developed through comprehensive theoretical and experimental studies, including modelling, design concept development, and field instrumentation. Dr. Chen earned his Bachelor of Engineering in Building Engineering from Concordia University in Montreal, Quebec, Canada in 2006. He went on to complete his Master of Applied Science in Building Engineering in 2008 and his PhD in Building Engineering in 2013, both also at Concordia University. Throughout his career, Dr. Chen has been committed to advancing the field of building engineering and promoting energy-efficient building practices. His research has been widely recognized and published in reputable journals such as the Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering and Science. Dr. Chen’s recent research includes the development of an energy code compliant house design for the lowest lifecycle cost based on market-available technologies. He has also conducted research on Canadian low-energy housing, the national energy context, and a case study of a demonstration house with a focus on its ground-source heat pump.

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