Assist. Prof. Dr. Yu-Chieh Chu , Assistant Professor , Chung Yuan Christian University , Taiwan.
Dr. Yu‑Chieh Chu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Interior Design at Chung Yuan Christian University, Taiwan. He earned his Ph.D. from the Graduate Institute of Architecture at National Cheng Kung University in 2018. With a strong background in both architecture and interior design, he has served as a lecturer and researcher focusing on heritage conservation. Currently, he applies artificial intelligence and damage detection techniques for preserving historic environments and monuments. Passionate about merging heritage and technology, Dr. Chu contributes significantly to sustainable architectural conservation through research, teaching, and consultancy.
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🎓 Education Background
Dr. Yu‑Chieh Chu earned his Ph.D. in Architecture from the Graduate Institute of Architecture at National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan, in 2018. Prior to this, he gained comprehensive training in both the theoretical and practical aspects of architecture and interior design, deepening his knowledge of heritage conservation and sustainable design. This academic foundation shaped his approach to addressing complex conservation challenges, especially in preserving heritage buildings and environments. His doctoral research focused extensively on traditional architecture and its interaction with natural environmental elements, laying the groundwork for his future innovations in AI‑driven heritage conservation.
💼 Professional Experience
As an Assistant Professor in the Department of Interior Design at Chung Yuan Christian University, Taiwan, Dr. Yu‑Chieh Chu has accumulated rich experience teaching courses in architecture and heritage preservation. He has served as a consultant for the Bureau of Cultural Heritage, Ministry of Culture, Taiwan, providing expert advice and conducting site assessments for heritage buildings, including the Mengjia Longshan Temple and the Beigang Chaotian Temple. Through his role, he applies artificial intelligence and damage detection methods to heritage conservation, making significant advances in preventive maintenance and environmental analysis of historic buildings across Taiwan.
🏆 Awards and Honors
Throughout his academic and professional journey, Dr. Yu‑Chieh Chu has earned accolades for his dedicated work in heritage preservation and architectural conservation. His successful projects commissioned by the Bureau of Cultural Heritage, Ministry of Culture, Taiwan, reflect national recognition of his expertise. Moreover, his published works have gained international attention, cited in esteemed journals within the fields of architecture and heritage conservation. As an active member of the Taiwan Cultural Heritage Preservation Society, he has strengthened connections between researchers and heritage conservation professionals, reinforcing his role as an influencer in heritage and architectural fields.
🔍 Research Focus
Dr. Yu‑Chieh Chu’s research interests lie at the intersection of artificial intelligence, damage detection, and heritage conservation. He focuses on employing advanced AI techniques and simulations for assessing and preserving historical buildings and environments. His ongoing and completed projects emphasize preventive conservation for iconic heritage sites in Taiwan, including Mengjia Longshan Temple, Beigang Chaotian Temple, and the Luzhou Li Residence. His work aims to aid in site restoration and long‑term preservation planning, making significant contributions to both heritage conservation theory and practical site applications.
✅ Conclusion
With a strong academic background, extensive teaching experience, and deep research interests in heritage conservation and artificial intelligence, Dr. Yu‑Chieh Chu stands out as a pivotal figure in heritage and architectural conservation. His accomplishments range from site assessments and environmental simulations for historic temples to published papers that have gained international recognition. Dedicated to preserving cultural heritage for future generations, he combines traditional architectural knowledge with cutting‑edge technology, making him a worthy candidate for the Computer Scientists Awards and a beacon of innovation and expertise in heritage preservation.
📚 Selected Publications (Top Notes)
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An example of ecological wisdom in historical settlement: The wind environment of Huazhai village in Taiwan
Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering, 16 (3), 463–470 (2017) | Cited by 15
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The impacts of site selection and planning of a historic settlement on a sustainable residence
Applied Ecology & Environmental Research, 15 (2) (2017) | Cited by 12
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A field assessment on natural ventilation and thermal comfort of historical district — A case of the Wugoushui settlement in Taiwan
Journal of Earth Science and Engineering, 5 (8), 463–472 (2015) | Cited by 6
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Numerical Simulation of the Environmental Conditions in Tainan Confucius Temple as a Means of Planning Preventive Conservation Strategies
Journal of Cultural Heritage Conservation, 51 (4), 71–82 (2020) | Cited by 3
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The Preventative Preservation of Cultural Heritage Under Hot and Humid Climate: A Case Study of Tainan Confucian Temple in Taiwan
16th International Conference on Studies, Repairs and Maintenance of Heritage Architecture (2019) | Cited by 4
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A preliminary research on the impact of monsoon to traditional houses in Peng-Hu Hua-Zhai, Taiwan
2013 Hawaii International Conference on Arts and Humanities (2013) | Cited by 2