A/ProfSaeed Banihashemi

Dr Saeed Banihashemi has established himself as a leading scholar and researcher in the fields of digital construction, sustainability, and climate resilience. His research has garnered widespread recognition, with over 6,300 citations and an H-index of 43, reflecting the significant influence and impact of his work on the built environment and related fields.

His research expertise lies in Building Information Modelling (BIM), construction project management, sustainable construction and emerging technologies in design and construction. Dr Banihashemi has published extensively in top-tier outlets and journals including 3 books, more than 150 research articles and book chapters. He is currently engaged in pioneering research projects aimed at advancing digital and AI integration in construction practices to enhance efficiency and productivity, reduce environmental impacts, and promote long-term sustainability within the construction sector.

With over $2 million in research funding secured from government and industry, Dr Banihashemi has been instrumental in leading transformative projects. Most notably, he established and developed the Digital and Advanced Construction Hub in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), leveraging a $1.5 million investment through a government, industry, and university partnership. He also leads the Climate Resilient Housing Toolkit, a $330,000 project funded by the Department of Industry, Science, and Resources, and is co-investigator of the Digital Modelling for Climate Resilience project, a $300,000 initiative funded by the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment, and Water.