College of Agriculture & Natural Resources School of Planning, Design and Construction

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Graduate Students

Ph.D.

1. C. Basu (2018) - Establishing Energy Performance Factors and Corresponding Building Energy Performance Indicators (EnPIs) for Existing Residential Buildings, School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi, India, Co-advisor.
2. Y. Mo (2019). Development of Occupant Behavior Prediction Model By Energy Consumption Using Machine Learning Approach, Unofficial Co-advisor/ key member.
3. M. Jain (2017) - Assessment of Solar Energy Initiatives in Commercial Establishments in India, Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi, Co-advisor.
4. G. Kaur (2017) - Capacity Building for Energy Management, Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi, Co-advisor.
5. G. Berghorn (2014) - Life Cycle Cost-Based Risk Model for Energy Performance Contracting Retrofits, Advisor.
6. D. Duah (2014) - Intelligent Decision Support System Framework for Energy Retrofits in Existing Homes, Advisor.
7. J. Jeong (2006) - A Framework for Supply Chain Modeling and Optimization for the Manufactured Housing Industry (Purdue University).
8. A. Abu Hammad (2003) - Decision Support System for Manufactured Housing Production Process and Facility Design (University of Cincinnati).
9. Y. Liu (1998) - Integration of Constructability and Feature-Based Preliminary Structural Design (Colorado State University), Co-advisor.
10. J. Christofferson (1996) - Computer-Integrated Specification Information Flow Through the Residential Construction Process (Colorado State University).

M.S. Thesis

1. Yunjeong (Leah) Mo (2012) “Integration of Quantitative Information to Support the Development of an Intelligent Decision Support System for Residential Energy Retrofits”.
2. R. Kweku Ofei-Amoh (2011), “Installation and Construction Management Aspects of Smart Grids: An Emerging Business Opportunity For Electrical Contractors”.
3. S. Singh (2011), “Renewable Energy and Green Buildings: An Exploration” (Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi).
4. Q. Li (2010) - Role of Electrical Contractors as “Value-Added” Members of the LEED®-NC Project Teams with Emphasis on Innovation in Design Credits.
5. M. Jain (2010) – Greening of Existing Buildings (Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi).
6. G. Kaur (2010) - Empowering Stakeholders Regarding the Benefits of Green Factories (Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi).
7. A. Singh (2009) - Life-Cycle Cost Analysis of Occupant Well Being and Productivity Impacts in LEED Buildings.
8. M. Sachdeva (2009) – Role of Green Buildings on Employee Performance and Productivity (Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi).
9. S. Jain (2009) – Acceptability of LEED India and GRIHA Among Stakeholders (Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi).
10. P. Gulati (2008) – Green Buildings in India (Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi).
11. S. Mago (2007) – Impact of LEED®-NC Projects on Constructors and Construction Management Practices.
12. G. Pillai (2006) - Health Performance Criteria Framework for Homes based on Whole House and LEED Approaches.
13. L. Swarup (2005) - Whole House Criteria and its Effectiveness with Hybrid Homes.
14. A. Sabharwal (2004) - Manufactured Housing Components Assembly Redesign Process and its Impact on Production Process and facility Layout.
15. D. Banerjee (2003) - Material Flow-Based Production Facility Layout for Manufactured Housing.
16. L. Anjaneyulu (2003) - Building Rehabilitation as a promising Tool for Urban Revitalization in Detroit, Michigan.
17. N. Mehrotra (2002) - Manufactured Housing Production Plant Layout Design.
18. O. Senghore (2001) - Production and Material Flow Process Model for Manufactured Housing.
19. Y. Joshi (2000) - Integrated System for Project Planning and Project Controls Using REA Modeling Technique.
20. R. Robinson (2000) - A construction Management Information system to Assist contractor Prequalification.
21. K. Bertolini (1999) - Information flow between estimating and Job Cost Accounting.
22. A. Seidel (1999) - Production Planning Methodology for Large Homebuilding firms.
23. P. Jagtap (1998). "Structured Methodology for Developing Construction Management Cost Control System.
24. R. Klarich (1995) - Computer-Integrated Estimating and Purchase Management for a Custom Homebuilder.
25. W. Duff, Jr.(1994) - Constructability Information Input Model for the Design Development Phase of a Design-Build Project.

M.S. Plan B Research Report

1. Chakraborty, Shay (2019). “Role of Infrastructure in Urban Residential Development and Urban Revitalization”.
2. Hardekar, Aditi (2018). Role of Infrastructure in the Success of Residential Developments.
3. Shah, Harshal (2017). “Computer Integration of CM Functions”.
4. Sayer, Elizabeth (2017). “Comparison of Ancient European Building Construction with Modern Sustainable Building Practices”.
5. Ramaswamy, P. (2016). “Comparison of Ancient Indian Building Construction with Modern Sustainable Building Practices”.
6. Tatiya, A. (2016). “Cost Prediction Model for Deconstruction of Residential Buildings”.
7. Mioto, A. (2016). “Green Building Movement in Brazil and its Comparison with USA and India”.
8. Shershah Zahir (2015). “Demolition and Deconstruction Approaches and Costs”.
9. Jawanda Jackson (2014). “An Exploratory Study of Three Paths to Green Homes: Energy Star Homes, LEED for Homes, and the National Green Building Standard”.
10. Mohak Bora (2013). “Change Order Process for Subcontractors with focus on Overhead and Consequential Costs”.
11. Thomas (TJ) Cyr (2012). “Developing a Research Agenda for the Electrical Contracting Industry”.
12. S. Samuel (2011). “Information Framework For Residential Energy Retrofit”.
13. V. Potbhare (2008). Adoption of Green Building Guidelines in the Developing Countries based on U.S. and India Experiences.
14. K. Abdulrahman (2008). – Role of Electrical Contractors on LEED Projects with Focus on Commissioning.
15. P. Kembhavi (2006). - Payment Methodology for Joint U.S. and India funded Projects in India.
16. A. Harrison (2006) - Historical Preservation: A Supporting Factor for Building Rehabilitation and Urban Revitalization.
17. J. Gandhi (2005) - Preliminary Assessment of Project Management Practices of Public Housing Authorities.
18. M. Chaganti (2005) - Project Management Factors related to International Construction Joint Ventures between US and Indian Companies.
19. C. Carson (2004) - Residential Redevelopment Decision Support System Framework for the City of Detroit, Michigan.
20. A. Chabbi (2001) - Project Web Sites and E-Commerce in Commercial Construction Industry.
21. H. Chawney (2001) - Project Information website for Homebuilders.
22. C. Shay (2000) - U.S. Evolution and Applicability of Rehabilitation Building Codes in the U.S. and Southeast Asia.
23. K. Wright (1996) - A Descriptive Analysis of the Energy Efficiency Software Programs Available to Home-Builders.
24. N. Burhan (1994) - Design Coordination Process in Multi-Contract Projects.

Projects

Funds Raised through Development Efforts

1. Housing Research Gap Year Fund-Raising, Industry Advisory Board Members, 2017, PI, $19,700 (Co-PI: S. Mollaoglu and G. Berghorn)
2. Housing Education & Research Initiative (HERI) Endowment, Mr. Al Scott, 2017-18, PI, $40,000 as first two installments of total $100,000 and $500,000 estate gift.
3. Riguardi Fellowship, School of Planning, Design and Construction, 2017, Co-PI (with S. Witter, PI and J.  Maguire), $1 million

Funded Projects - Major

1. Sustainability in Apparel Industry in South Asia, Strategic Planning Grant, Asian Studies Center - ISU, MSU (Jt. With S. Narayanan -SCM), 2018-20
2. Housing Education Leadership Program (HELP), National Housing Endowment (NHE), NAHB, Co-PI (S. Mollaoglu - PI), 2018-22
3. Right Sizing Tomorrow's Water Systems for Efficiency, Sustainability, and Public Health, EPA, Senior Investigator (J. Mitchell -PI), 2016-19
4. Construction Project Management training module, United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) (M. Wilson - PI), 2016-17
5. Green Buildings and BIM– Qatar Research Foundation, PI, as an advisory role subcontractor to University of Salford and University of Wolverhampton, UK, 2015-18
6. West Michigan Deconstruction Cluster Feasibility Study, Economic Development Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, Co-PI (R. LaMore – PI) 2015-17
7. VOLT Academy, ETA (NJATC) and NECA, Co-PI (J. Brockman-PI), 2014-15
8. HELP Grant, Homebuilders Endowment, Wash DC (S. Korkmaz, PI), 2013-17
9. Change Order Protocol, ELECTRI International, 2013-14
10. Construction Project Management module, Encyclopedia of Sustainable Development, United Nations (UNESCO), 2012-13
11. Change Order Overhead Cost, ELECTRI International, 2012-13
12. Green Dairy Facilities, Kellogg Biological Station, Kellogg Foundation, 2012
13. Technical Assistance for Graduate Program and Research Development, 2012-13, Kembhavi Education and Research Organization and Jain University, Bangalore, India
14. Fulbright Sr. Specialist, Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi, India, 2011-12, Fulbright Commission, U.S. Dept. of State
15. Building America - Energy Retrofit of Existing Homes, 2010-13, U.S. Department of Energy, Jointly with DOW Building Solutions (Lead), Ferris State University and Habitat for Humanity
16. International Collaboration in Sustainable Built Environment, 2011, CASID - MSU
17. Research Agenda for Electrical Contractors, 2011-12, ELECTRI International Research Foundation
18. Technical Assistance for Undergraduate and Graduate Program Development, 2011-12, Lingaya’s University, India
19. Smart Transmission Grids for Alternative Energy: An Emerging Business Opportunity for Electrical Contractors, 2010-2012, ELECTRI International Research Foundation
20. Implementation of Green Design and Construction Practices for Bridges, 2010-12, Michigan Dept. of Transportation
21. Business Manual for Electrical Contractors for LEED Projects, 2009-10, ELECTRI International (Electrical Contractors’ Research Foundation)
22. Role of Electrical Contractors on LEED Projects, 2007-09, ELECTRI International (Electrical Contractors’ Research Foundation)
23. Sustainable Design and Construction: Collaborative U.S.-India Research, 2006-09, CASID-MSU and U.S. Dept. of Education
24. Sustainable Planning, Design and Construction, 2006-09, Environment Research Initiative, Michigan State University
25. Impact of LEED Requirements on CM Practices, 2006-07, AGC Education and Research Foundation
26. U.S. - India Symposium on Urban Housing and Supporting Infrastructure, 2005-06, National Science Foundation and MSU
27. CM Technical Assistance to Detroit Housing Commission, 2005-06, Detroit Housing Commission, MI
28. Manufactured Housing Production Process Analysis and Facility Layout, 2002-06, National Science Foundation and MSU
29. Built Environment Initiative and SPDC, 2002-04, Provost and Deans of CANR & CSS, MSU
30. National Housing Research Agenda Workshop, 2003-04, National Science Foundation and MSU
31. E-Factory Software Bundle, 2003-06, PACE Program, GM-EDS
32. Manufactured Housing Construction Quality Guidelines, 2002-03, Consumers Union SWRO (Ford Foundation)
33. Urban Housing and Infrastructure Initiative, 2001-03, Urban Affairs Programs, Michigan State University
34. Modeling of Manufactured Housing Production and Material Utilization, 2000-03, National Science Foundation
35. Industrialized Technology for Urban Housing in South Asia, 2000-01, Fulbright Scholarship Board, U.S. Dept. of State
36. Urban Affordable Housing, 2000-01, Aspen Institute, Washington DC
37. Manufactured Housing Industry in Michigan, 2000-02, V.P for Special Project, Policy Research Fund, MSU
38. Community and Economic Development: Affordable Housing in Michigan, 1998 - 2001, Fannie Mae Foundation, Washington DC, and Michigan State University
39. Construction Management of Steel Construction, 1997-98, American Institute of Steel Construction, Chicago, IL
40. The Position of Manufactured Housing Industry in Michigan, 1995-96, Harvest Foundation, MMHA, and Michigan State Department of Commerce

Funded Projects - Other

1. Construction Management and Data Analytics, Executive Training, Summer 2018, S.P Jain Institute, India; Broad College of Business Executive Programs
2. Sustainable Industrial Parks, Construction Project Management training for Nigerian professionals, United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), 2016-17
3. Future Directions of Construction Management and Data Connectivity, BOSCH North America, VP of Corporate Strategy, MI, 2017
4. Construction Management and Green Buildings, Executive Training, Summer 2012 -18 (annually); Takenaka Constriction Corporation, Tokyo, Japan
5. Green Buildings and Construction Management, Video-Recorded Lecture for training, English Training Department, MSU, Summer 2016
6. Construction Management and LEED Projects, Executive Training, Summer 2003-10 (annually) Korean National Housing Corp, Korean Land and Housing Corp. and GICO, Korea and VIPP-MSU
7. Green Building Movement in the U.S., 2010, Highly Gifted High School Visiting Group, Seoul, Korea, VIPP, MSU
8. Construction Project Management Executive Training Program, 2006, Construction Services, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
9. Construction Project Management Technical Assistance, 2005-06, First Companies, Grand Rapids, MI
10. Computer Integrated Construction Management Laboratory, 2004-06
11. Vice Provost for Libraries, Computing and Technology, MSU
12. Construction Project Management Outreach, 2004, LG Engineering and Construction, Korea, and VIPP-MSU
13. Built Environment and Social Aspects of Urban Revitalization, 2003-04, IPPSR, MSU
14. Construction Project Management & Risk Management- Certificate Programs, 2004-09, JIM and CIDC, New Delhi, India
15. Minority Apprenticeship Program: Introduction to Housing Research, Summer 2002 & 2003, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Michigan State University
16. International Travel Grant, 2002, Special Foreign Travel Fund, International Studies and Programs, MSU
17. Innovative Ways to provide Urban Affordable Housing - White Paper, 2001-02, Institute of Public Policy and Social Research and Urban Affairs Programs, MSU
18. International Travel Grant, 2000, Midwest Universities Consortium for International Activities (MUSCIA), and International Studies and Programs, MSU
19. Construction Project Management Training Project, 2000, Planning and Development Department, City of Detroit, MI
20. Construction Management of Housing Projects, 1999, Hong Kong Housing Authority, Hong Kong, SAR
21. Production Planning and Cycle Time Study, 1998, Crosswinds Communities, Inc., Novi, MI
22. Economic and Fiscal Impact of Housing Development on Communities, 1997, Housing Education and Research Center, Michigan State University
23. Minority Apprenticeship Program: Introduction to Housing Research, Summer 1997, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Michigan State University
24. Professional Designation Feasibility Study and Business Planning for Homebuilders, 1996-97, Housing Education and Research Center, Michigan State University
25. Housing Education and Research Center Designation, 1995-96, Offices of Provost, VP of Research, and CANR Dean, Michigan State University
26. Institute for the Built Environment, 1994-1996, College of Applied Human Sciences, and Provost, Colorado State University
27. Computer-Based Construction management for Architectural Projects, 1994, AED-United States Agency for International Development
28. Construction Management of Infrastructure Projects, 1994, AED-United States Agency for International Development
29. Construction and Facilities Management of School Construction, 1993-94, Poudre R-1 School District, Fort Collins, CO
30. Development of International Training Portfolio for Construction Management, 1994, Mini Grant Program, Colorado State University
31. Computer Integrated Estimating and Purchase management for a Custom Home Builder, 1994, Genesee Homes, Colorado
32. Construction Safety and Inspection Training, 1994, AMIDEAST - United States Agency for International Development
33. Development of Training Program on Scheduling, 1994, E.G. & G., Inc., and Rocky Flats, CO
34. Development of Management and Production Assistance manual, 1993-94, Village Homes of Colorado, Inc.
35. Technology Transfer Instructional Package for Computer-Based Estimating, 1992-93, Pennsylvania Builders Association
36. Computer Integrated Design Drawing, Cost Estimating, and Scheduling, 1990-91, Pennsylvania Builders Association
37. Technologically Efficient Affordable Housing (TEAH), 1990-91, Energy Efficient Institute and Ben Franklin Partnership, Pennsylvania
38. Modular Housing Assembly Process Productivity Improvement, 1989-90, Penn Lyon Homes and Ben Franklin Partnership, Pennsylvania

Publications

Referred Journal Papers

1. Zhao, D., Miotto, A., Syal, M., and Chen, J. (2019) “Benchmarking green building movement: A case of Brazil," Journal of Sustainable Cities and Society, Elsevier, Published online, 48 (2019) 101545, doi.org/10.1016/j.scs.2019.101545
2. Berghorn, G., Syal, M., LaMore, R., Brockman, and J, Durst, N. (2019). “Domicology: An Emerging Research Agenda for Socio-Economic, Environmental, and Technological Aspects of the Built Environment Life Cycle,” Forum Paper, ASCE Journal of Architectural Engineering, Published online, 25(3), 02519001, 2019. https://ascelibrary.org/doi/full/10.1061/%28ASCE%29AE.1943-5568.0000365
3. Berghorn, G. and Syal, M. (2019). “Risk Model for Energy Performance Contracting in Correctional Facilities,” Journal of Green Buildings, vol. 14(2), 2019, pp. 61-81.
4. Basu, C., Paul, V. and Syal, M. (2019). “Establishing Energy Performance Factors and Corresponding Building Energy Performance Indicators (EnPIs) for Existing Residential Buildings,” Journal of Green Buildings, vol. 14(2), 2019, pp. 109-136.
5. Garcia, A., Korkmaz, S., and Syal, M. (2018). “Implementation of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in Small Home-Building Businesses,” ASCE Practice Periodical of Structural Engineering and Construction, vol. 23(2): 04018007, doi.org/10.1061/%28ASCE%29SC.1943-5576.0000362
6. Tatiya, A., Zhao, D., Syal, M., Berghorn, G., and LaMore, R. (2018). “Cost Prediction Model for Building Deconstruction in Urban Areas,” Journal of Cleaner Production, vol. 195, 2018, 1572-1580, doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2017.08.084
7. Kaur, G., Gupta, P. and Syal, M. (2017). “Emergence of Green Factories in India: A Study on Empowerment of Managers Towards Green Industrialization,” Accepted for publication in Journal of Urban India, National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA), September 2017.
8. Duah, D. and Syal, M. (2017). “ Direct and Indirect Costs of Change Orders,” Practice Periodical of Structural Engineering and Construction, ASCE, 22(4): 04017025, doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)SC.1943-5576.0000342
9. Garcia, A., Korkmaz, S., and Syal, M. (2017). “Green Building Benefit and Cost,” Practice Periodical on Structural Engineering and Construction, ASCE, 22(3): 05017001, doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)SC.1943-5576.0000315
10. Jain, M., Mital, M., & Syal, M. (2016). Solar energy in the commercial sector: End users’ perspective. International Journal of Applied Home Science, India , ISSN: 2394-14133, (11&12), 434-440
11. Kaur, G., Gupta, P. and Syal, M. (2016). “Adoption of Green Practices in Industrial Buildings: An Action Research on Capacity Building of Stakeholders towards Green Factories” International Journal of Sustainable Land Use and Urban Planning, Canada, ISSN: 1927-8845, 3(2), 1-12
12. Berghorn, G. and Syal, M. (2016) “Risk Framework for Energy Performance Contracting Building Retrofits,” Journal of Green Buildings, 11(2), 93-115
13. Duah, D., Ford, K., and Syal, M. (2016). “Role of Expert Knowledge in Home Energy Retrofits,” International Journal of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (IJAEC), 5(2), June 2016, 72-82
14. Duah, D. and Syal, M. (2016). “Intelligent Decision Support System For Home Energy Retrofit Adoption, International Journal of Sustainable Built Environment, Dec. 2016, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijsbe.2016.05.003, (2016) 5, 620-634
15. Jain, M., Mital, M., & Syal, M. (2016). “Rural Electrification through Solar Energy: Insights from Chattisgarh State of India,” International Journal of Environment & Sustainability (IJES), Canada, ISSN: 1927-9566, 5(2), pp. 99-104
16. Kaur, G., Gupta, P. and Syal, M. (2016). “Development and Validation of ICT for Energy Management: Building capacities towards smart cities through sustainable resource use,” International Journal of Environment & Sustainability (IJES), Canada, ISSN: 1927-9566, 5(1), pp. 56-63
17. Korkmaz, S., Chergia, C., Ergen, E., and Syal, M. (2016). “Diffusion of Green Building Guidelines as Innovation in Developing Countries,” Construction Innovation Journal, Vol. 16(1), pp. 11-29
18. Syal, M., and Bora, M. (2016). “Change Order Clauses in Standard Contract Documents,” ASCE’s Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction, http://dx.doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)SC.1943-5576.0000281, 04015021, 21(2), pp. 1-6
19. Syal, M., Yang, Y., Kumar, G. and Jackson, J. (2015). “Adoption of Green Building Guidelines in USA, India, and China,” American Professional Constructor, Journal of the American Institute of Constructors (AIC), 39 (1), 36-46
20. Duah, D., Ford, K., and Syal, M. (2014). “Expert Knowledge Elicitation for Decision making in Home Energy Retrofits,” Structural Survey: Journal of Building Pathology and Refurbishment, 32(5), 377-395.
21. Jain, M., Mital, M. and Syal, M. (2014). “Solar Energy Policies in India: An Assessment of the Impediments,” International Journal of Sustainable Development, OIDA, vol. 6(12), 17-22
22. Jain, M., Mital, M. and Syal, M. (2014). “LEED-EB Implementation in India: An Overview of Catalysts and Hindrances,” International Journal of Sustainable Development, OIDA, vol. 6(12), 23-32
23. Cyr, T. and Syal, M. (2014). “Applied Research Directions for Electrical Contracting Industry,” AIC Journal - American Professional Constructor, vol. 38 (1), 24-31.
24. Kaur, G., Gupta, P. and Syal, M. (2014). “Empowering Stakeholders towards Better Working Conditions through Green Factories: An Action Research in India,” International Journal of Sustainable Development, OIDA, vol. 7(1), 25-36.
25. Kaur, G., Gupta, P. and Syal, M. (2014). “Appraisal of Knowledge of Youth Towards Energy Conservation and Efficiency in India: An Exploratory Research,” International Journal of Sustainable Development, OIDA, vol. 7(1), 11-16
26. Syal, M. Duah, D., Samuel, S., Mazor, M., Mo, Y., and Cyr, T. (2014). “Information Framework for Intelligent DSS for Home Energy Retrofits,” ASCE Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, Published online on August 26, 2013, 04013030:1-15, published in-print January 2014, 140(1).
27. Jain, M., Mital, M. and Syal, M. (2013). “Obstacles and Catalysts Associated with Implementation of LEED-EB in India,” Journal of Environment and Urbanization ASIA, 4(2), 349-363.
28. Li, Q, Syal, M., Turner, N. and Arif, M. (2013). “Innovation Credits and Constructors in Green Building Projects,” Journal of Innovation in Construction, vol. 13(3), 320-338.
29. Syal, M. and Ofei-Amoh, R. (2013). “Smart Grid Technologies in Housing,” Industrial Revolution Forum Paper, Cityscape: A Journal of Policy Development and Research, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Washington DC, vol. 15(2), 283-288.
30. Jeong, J., Hastak, M., Syal, M., and Hong, T. (2013). “Framework of Manufacturer-Supplier Relationship in the Manufactured Housing Industry,” ASCE Journal of Management in Engineering, vol. 29 (4), 369-381.
31. Ofei-Amoh, R. and Syal, M. (2013). “Installation and Construction Management Aspects of Smart Grid,” ASCE’s Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction, vol. 18 (1), 56-66.
32. Pillai, G, Syal, M., Hastak, M., Ofei-Amoh, K., and Duah, D. (2012). “Health Performance Criteria for Homes,” AIC Journal - The American Professional Constructor, vol. 36(1), 20-37.
33. Syal, M., Mago, S., Abdulrahman, K., Li, Q., and Mago, S. (2011). “LEED Requirements and Construction Project Management,” International Journal of Construction Project Management, Nova Science Publishers, 3(3), 1-12.
34. Jeong, J., Hastak, M., Syal, M., and Hong, T. (2011). “Internal Relationship Modeling and Production Planning Optimization for the Manufactured Housing,” International Journal of Automation in Construction, 20(7), 864-873.
35. Singh, A., Syal, M., Korkmaz, S. and Grady, S. (June 2011). “Costs and benefits of IEQ Improvements in LEED Office Buildings,” ASCE Journal of Infrastructure Systems, 17(2), 86-94.
36. Singh, A, Berghorn, G., Joshi, S., and Syal, M. (March 2011). “Review of Life-Cycle Assessment Applications in Building Construction,” Journal of Architectural Engineering, ASCE, vol. 17(1), 15-23.
37. Kumar, G., Syal, M. and Strauss, E. (2010) “Environmental Laws in the United States and India related to the Built Environment,” American Professional Constructor, Journal of the American Institute of Constructors (AIC), 33(4), 27-36.
38. Singh, A., Syal, M., Grady, S. and Korkmaz, S. (2010). “Impact of Green Work Environments on Occupant Health and Productivity,” American Journal of Public Health, vol. 100(9), 1665-1668.
39. Ali, S., Hammad, A., Hastak, M., and Syal, M. (2010). “Analysis of a Modular Housing Production System Using Simulation,” Jordan Journal of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, vol. 4(2), 256-269.
40. Gulati, P., Rupa, T.G., and Syal, M. (2009). “Emergence of Green Buildings in India: A Study of Sustainable Features and Occupant Satisfaction, American Professional Constructor, Journal of the American Institute of Constructors (AIC), vol. 33(2), 38-47.
41. Potbhare, V, Syal, M., and Korkmaz, S. (2009). “Adoption of Green Building Guidelines in Developing Countries Based on U.S. and India Experiences, Journal of Green Building, 4(2), 158-174.
42. Potbhare, V. Syal, M., Khalfan, M., Arif, M. and Egbu, C. (2009). “Emergence of Green Building Guidelines in Developed Countries and their Impact on India,” Journal of Engineering Design and Technology, Special issue on Green Construction, 7(1), 99-121.
43. Sabharwal, A., Syal, M., and Hastak, M. (2009). “Impact of Manufactured Housing Component Assembly Redesign on Facility Layout and Production Process,” Special Issue on Offsite Construction, Journal of Innovation in Construction, 9(1), 58-71.
44. Jeong, J., Hastak, M., and Syal, M. (2009). “Framework of Manufacturer-Retailer Relationship in the Manufactured Housing Construction,” Special Issue on Offsite Construction, Journal of Innovation in Construction, 9(1), 22-41.
45. Laquatra, J, Pillai, G., Singh, A., and Syal, M. (2008). “Green and Healthy Housing,” Forum Paper, ASCE Journal of Architectural Engineering, 14(4), 94-97.
46. Chaganti, M. and Syal, M. (2008). “Identification of Partner Selection Factors for International Joint Ventures between U.S. and Indian Firms,” American Professional Constructor, Journal of the American Institute of Constructors (AIC), 32(1), 25-33.
47. Abu Hammad, A., Salem, M., Hastak, M., and Syal, M. (2008). “A Decision Support System for Manufactured Housing Facility Layout,” ASCE Journal of Architectural Engineering, 14(2), 36-46.
48. Gandhi J., Syal, M. and LaMore, R. (2008). ”Project Management Assessment Framework for Large Public Housing Authorities,” American Professional Constructor, Journal of the American Institute of Constructors (AIC), 32 (1), 17-24.
49. Syal, M., Mago, S. and Moody, D. (December 2007). “Impact of LEED®-NC Projects on Constructors,” Forum Paper, ASCE Journal of Architectural Engineering, 13(4), 174-179
50. Syal, M., Hastak, M., Mullens, M., and Sweaney, A. (December 2006). “U.S. - India Collaborative Research Directions in Urban Housing and Supporting Infrastructure,” Journal of Architectural Engineering, ASCE, VA. 12(4), 163-167.
51. Jeong, J., Hastak, M., and Syal, M. (December 2006). “Supply Chain Simulation Modeling for the Manufactured Housing Industry” ASCE Journal of Urban Planning and Development, ASCE, 132(4) 217-225.
52. Banerjee, D., Syal, M., and Hastak, M. (December 2006). “Material Flow Based Facility Layout Analysis of Manufactured Housing Production Plant,” Journal of Architectural Engineering, ASCE, VA., 12(4), 196-206.
53. Jeong, J., Hastak, M., and Syal, M. (March 2006). “Supply Chain Analysis and Modeling for the Manufactured Housing Industry,” Journal of Urban Planning and Development, ASCE, VA., vol. 132 (1), pp. 1-9.
54. Syal, M. (April-June 2006). “Book Review – Managing Construction Projects: An Information Processing Approach by Graham M. Winch,” Journal of Construction Management and Economics, Routledge – Taylor & Francis Group, U.K., 24 (4) 555-556.
55. Barriga, E., Jeong, J., Hastak, M., and Syal, M. (September 2005). “Material Requirement Planning for the Manufactured Housing Industry.” Journal of Architectural Engineering, September 2005, ASCE, VA., vol. 11 (3), pp. 91-98.
56. Barriga, E., Jeong, J., Hastak, M., and Syal, M. (April 2005). Material Control System for the Manufactured Housing Industry, Journal of Management in Engineering, ASCE, VA., vol. 21 (2), pp. 91-98
57. Hastak, M., Mullens, M. and Syal, M. (April 2005). National Housing Research Agenda for Construction Management and Production, Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress, ASCE, San Diego, CA.
58. Syal, M., Hastak, M., and Mullens, M. and FAL’s (March 2005). “Housing Research Agenda for NSF-PATH,” Journal of Architectural Engineering, ASCE, VA., vol. 11(1), pp 1-7
59. Mehrotra, N., M. Syal, and M. Hastak. (March 2005). “Manufactured Housing Production Layout Design.” Journal of Architectural Engineering, ASCE, VA., vol. 11(1), pp 25-34
60. Abu Hammad, A., Hastak, M., and Syal, M. (December 2004). “Comparative Study of Manufactured Housing Production Systems,” Journal of Architectural Engineering, ASCE, VA., vol. 10, no. 4, pp. 136-142
61. Senghore, O., Hastak, M., Abdelhamid, A., Abu Hammad, A., and Syal, M. (October 2004). “Production and Material Flow Process for Manufactured Housing,” Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, ASCE, VA., vol. 130, no. 5 , pp. 708-718
62. Mehrotra, N., Syal, M., and Hastak, M. (April 2004). “Manufactured Housing Trends and Codes in Michigan,” Journal of the American Institute of Constructors, St. Petersburg, FL., vol. 28, no. 1 , pp.26-36
63. Anjaneyulu, L., Syal, M., and Supanich-Goldner, F. (2004). “Building Rehabilitation-Based Built Environment Factor: A Critical Aspect of Urban Revitalization,” Journal of Housing and Society, Housing Education & Research Association, CO. vol. 31, no. 1 pp. 73-88.
64. Barshan, A., Abdelhamid, T, and Syal, M. (August 2004). “Manufactured Housing Construction Value Using The Analytical Hierarchy Process,” Proceedings of the International Lean Construction Conference-IGLC12, Denmark.
65. Mehrotra, N., Syal, M., and Hastak, M. (2003). “Manufactured Housing Production Process and Layout Design,” Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress, American Society of Civil Engineers, Honolulu, HI.
66. LaMore, R, Metzgar, J., Syal, M and others. (2003). “Organization Capacity and Housing Production: A Case Study of Non-Profit Organizations in MI,” Proceedings of the Conference on Sustainable Community Development, The Federal Reserve System, Washington DC, March 2003
67. Abu Hammad, A, Hastak, M, and Syal, M (September 2002). “Manufactured Housing Production Process,” Proceedings of the Conference on Information Technology in Civil Engineering, American Society of Civil Engineering, Washington DC.
68. Sawhney, A., Mund, A., and Syal, M. (2002). “Energy Efficiency Strategies for Construction of Five Start Plus Homes.” Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction, American Society of Civil Engineers, VA., vol. 7, no. 4
69. Syal, M. and Seidel, A.S. (April 2002). "Continuing Education Based Professional Designation Program for Homebuilders in Michigan," American Professional Constructor, American Institute of Constructors, FL., vol. 26, no.1, April 2002
70. Syal, M., Shay, C., and Supanich-Goldner, F. (Winter 2001). “Streamlining Building Rehabilitation Code to Encourage Rehabilitation.” Housing Facts and Findings, Fannie Mae Foundation, Washington DC, vol. 3, no. 2.
71. Syal, M. and Seidel, A.S. (December 2001). "Fiscal and Economic Impact of Housing Development," American Professional Constructor, American Institute of Constructors, FL.
72. Syal, M. and Kakakhel, A. (February 2000). "Project Scheduling Aspects of Steel Construction," Proceedings of Construction Congress VI, ASCE, Orlando, FL.
73. Syal, M. (June 1999). "Knowledge-Based Approach to Construction Method Selection Process," NICMAR Journal of Construction Management, National Institute of Construction Management and Research, Mumbai, India, 14(2):115-130.
74. Syal, M. (March 1999). "Construction Method Selection for Project Planning," NICMAR Journal of Construction Management, National Institute of Construction Management and Research, Mumbai, India, 14(1):27-38.
75. Syal, M.G. (December 1998). "Construction Research Agenda: Focus Areas and Topics,” " American Professional Constructor, American Institute of Constructors, FL.
76. Syal, M., and Bertolini, K. (October 1997). “Manufactured Housing: Trends and Perceptions.” Proceedings of the Construction Congress V, ASCE, Minneapolis, MN.
77. Syal, M., and Mochtar, Y. (October 1997). “Financial Feasibility in Land Development.” Proceedings of the Construction Congress V, ASCE, Minneapolis, MN.
78. Bertolini, K and Syal M. (October 1997). “Information Flow between Estimating and Job Cost Accounting.” Proceedings of the Construction Congress V, ASCE, Minneapolis, MN.
79. Christofferson, J., and Syal. M.G. (June 1996). “A Computer-Based System for Communication Problems in Residential Construction.” American Professional Constructor, Journal of the American Institute of Constructors, FL.
80. Robson, K, Syal, M.G., and Murphy, J.D. (June 1994) "Strategic Planning: A Critical Element for Continuing Growth for Small to Medium Size Contractors." American Professional Constructor, American Institute of Constructors, FL. 18(2), 18-24.
81. Parfitt, M.K., Syal, M.G., Khalvati, M., and Bhatia, S. (December 1993). "Computer-Integrated Generation of Design Drawings and Construction Project Plans." Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), New York, N.Y. 119(4), 728-742.
82. Syal, M.G., Grobler, F., Willenbrock, J.H., and Parfitt, M.K. (December 1992). "Construction Project Planning Process Model For Small-Medium Builders." Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, ASCE, New York, N.Y., 118(4), 651-666.
83. Parfitt, M.K., and Syal, M.G. (November 1992). "Implementation of Integrated CAD Environment for Cost and Time Plans Generation for Residential Construction Industry." Building Research Journal, Building Research Council, University of Illinois, Champaign, IL., 1(2), 7-15.
84. Willenbrock, J.H., Syal, M.G., and Music, W., (February 1992). "Management Growth Model for Building Construction Firms." Building Research Journal, Building Research Council, University of Illinois, Champaign, IL, 1(1), 13-20.

Referred Conference Papers / Abstracts / Editorials

1. Mo, Y., Zhao, D., and Syal, M. (2019). “Effective Features to Predict Residential Energy Consumption Using Machine Learning,” Conference proceedings, 13CE 2019 Computing in Civil Engineering Conference, ASCE, Georgia Tech University, June 2019.
2. Goerke, M., Mollaoglu, S., and Syal, M. (2019-20) “Growing Trend in Single Family Housing Subdivisions for Rent,” Abstract published and presented by M. Goerke, NAHB Research Group Symposium, Washington DC, June 6, 2019.
3. Chakraborty, S., Syal, M., and Mollaoglu, S. (2019-20). “Role of Infrastructure in the Success of Urban Housing Developments,” Abstract accepted for the 5th National Residential Building Design and Construction Conference, Penn State University, PA, March 2020.
4. Jain, M., Mital, M., & Syal, M. (2018). “Solar Energy in Commercial Building Sector: Perspectives from India.” Paper published in the in proceedings and presentation, 6th Annual International Conference on Architecture and Civil Engineering (ACE 2018), Singapore, May 2018.
5. Anuranjita, A., Berghorn, G., Bates, D., and Syal, M. (2018). “Life Cycle Assessment Framework for Demolition and Deconstruction of Buildings,” Paper published in the Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress, American Society of Civil Engineers, New Orleans, LA, April 2018.
6. Jackson, J., Mollaoglu, S., and Syal, M. (2018) “Three Paths to Green Homes: Energy Star Homes, LEED-Homes, NGBS,” Paper published in the Proceedings of the 4th National Residential Construction Conference, Penn State University, PA, March 2018.
7. Mo, Y., Zhao, D., Syal, M., and Aziz, A. (2017). “Construction work plan prediction for facility management using text mining.” Paper published in the Proceedings of the Computing in Civil Engineering 2017 conference, ASCE, p. 92-100, Seattle, WA., June 2017, https://doi.org/10.1061/9780784480847.012
8. Jain, M., Mital, M., & Syal, M. (2017). “Solar Energy Policies and Rural Electrification in India.” Abstract accepted and paper presented at - Golden Jubilee International Conference on Gender Issues and Socio-Economic Perspectives for Sustainable Rural Development, I.C. College of Home Sciences, CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Haryana, India, Oct. 2017.
9. Basu, C, Paul, V. and Syal, M. (2017). “Innovations for Energy Efficiency Retrofitting Financing in Construction Sector: Indian Perspective,” Paper published in the Proceedings of the International Conference on Sustainable Infrastructure 2017 : Policy, Finance and Education, ASCE, p. 199-210, Oct. 26-28, 2017, New York, NY, https://ascelibrary.org/doi/book/10.1061/9780784481202
10. Basu, C, Paul, V. and Syal, M. (2017). “Performance Indicators for Energy Efficiency Retrofitting Decision-Making in Residential Buildings,” Paper published in the proceedings of 10th FARU International Built Environment Research Conference, Wadduwa, Sri Lanka, December 8-9, 2017.
11. Anuranjita, A., Berghorn, G., Bates, D., and Syal, M. (2017). “Life Cycle Impacts of Building Demolition and Deconstruction, Paper published in the proceedings of the 9th International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference (ISEC-9), Valencia, Spain July 2017.
12. Sayer, E., Syal, M. and Berghorn, G. (2017). “Comparison of Buildings in Ancient Times with Modern Green Building Practices,” Paper published in the proceedings of the 9th International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference (ISEC-9), Valencia, Spain July 2017.
13. Berghorn, G. and Syal, M.G. (2016). “Comprehensive Risk Assessment Framework and Model Development for Energy Performance Contracting Retrofits in Correctional Facilities,” Paper published in the Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress, American Society of Civil Engineers, Puerto Rico, June 2016.
14. Zahir, S., Syal, M., LaMore, R., and Berghorn, G. (2016). “Approaches and Associated Costs for Removal of Abandoned Buildings,” Paper published in the Proceedings of the Construction Research Congress, American Society of Civil Engineers, Puerto Rico, June 2016.
15. Jain, M., Mital, M., & Syal, M. (2015). “LEED-EB in India: Initiative towards Greening Existing Buildings.” Proceedings of the National Conference on - Climate Change: Impacts, Adaptation, Mitigation Scenario and Future Challenges in Indian Perspective, University of Delhi (ISBN: 978-93-5235-335-4), March 2015, pp. 29-33, www.researchgate.net/publication/282769526_Proceedings_of_the_National_Conference_on_Climate_Change_Impacts_Adaptation_Mitigation_Scenario_and_Future_Challenges_in_Indian_Perspective
16. Kaur, G., Gupta, P., & Syal, M. (2015). “Fostering Sustainable Practices in Industries: An Action Research on Capacity Development of Managers towards Climate Change Mitigation and Green Industrialization.” Proceedings of the National Conference on - Climate Change: Impacts, Adaptation, Mitigation Scenario and Future Challenges in Indian Perspective, University of Delhi, ISBN: 978-93-5235-335-4, Mar 2015, pp. 19-28, www.researchgate.net/publication/282769526_Proceedings_of_the_National_Conference_on_Climate_Change_Impacts_Adaptation_Mitigation_Scenario_and_Future_Challenges_in_Indian_Perspective
17. Zahir, S., Syal, M., and LaMore, R. (2015). “Approaches and Associated Costs of Demolition and Deconstruction of Buildings, “Refereed Poster presented at the Associated Schools of Construction Conference, Texas A&M University, April 2015.
18. Christofferson, K., LaMore, and Syal, M. (2015). “Housing Abandonment and Access to Amenities,” Poster Presentation, Annual University UG Research and Arts Forum, Michigan State University, April 2015.
19. Paul, E., LaMore, R., and Syal, M. (2015). “Establishing Localized Recycled Construction Markets,” Poster Presentation, Annual University UG Research and Arts Forum, Michigan State University, April 2015.
20. Netter, A., LaMore, R., and Syal, M. (2015). “Ending Property Abandonment and Blight,” Poster Presentation, Annual University UG Research and Arts Forum, Michigan State University, April 2015.
21. Khan, H., LaMore, R., and Syal, M. (2015). “Residential Private Property Abandonment,” Poster Presentation, Annual University UG Research and Arts Forum, Michigan State University, April 2015.
22. Jain, M., Mital, M., and Syal, M. (2015). “LEED-EB in India: Initiative towards Greening Existing Buildings,” Presented and abstract published in National Conference on Climate Change Impacts, Adaptation, Mitigation, Scenario and Future Challenges in Indian Perspective; Deen Dayal Upadhyay College, University of Delhi, India; March 2015.
23. Kaur, G., Gupta, P. and Syal, M. (2015). “Development and Validation of ICT for Youth Empowerment towards Efficient Energy Management: A Step towards Climate Change Mitigation through Sustainable Resource Use,” Presented and abstract published in National Conference on Climate Change Impacts, Adaptation, Mitigation, Scenario and Future Challenges in Indian Perspective; Deen Dayal Upadhyay College, University of Delhi, India; March 2015.
24. Kaur, G., Gupta, P. and Syal, M. (2015). “Fostering Sustainable practices in Industries: An Action Research on Capacity Development of Managers towards Climate change mitigation and Green Industrialization,” Presented and abstract published in National Conference on Climate Change Impacts, Adaptation, Mitigation, Scenario and Future Challenges in Indian Perspective; Deen Dayal Upadhyay College, University of Delhi, India; March 2015.
25. Jain, M., Mital, M., & Syal, M. (2015). Solar Energy Policies and Rural Electrification in India. Conference on: Socio-Ecological and Adaptation Challenges to Climate Change Mitigation, Proceedings edited by M. Slariya, pp. 87-96, CreateSpace, Amazon Publication Pvt Ltd. ISB N: 13: 978-1523648184.
26. Kaur, G., Gupta, P. and Syal, M. (2014). “Education for Sustainable Development: Development of ICT for Youth Empowerment towards Efficient Energy Management,” Proceedings of the International Conference on: Sustainable Innovative Techniques in Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (SITACEE - 2014), Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, New Delhi, India; Proceedings - Global Sustainability Transitions: Impacts and Innovations, Editor: Prof. G. C. Mishra, ISBN 978-93-83083-77-0. Excellent Publishing House, April 2014.
27. Kaur, G., Gupta, P. and Syal, M. (2014). “Promoting Sustainable Practices in Industrial Set-Ups: An Action Research on Capacity Building of Managers towards Green Factories,” Proceedings of the International Conference on: Sustainable Innovative Techniques in Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (SITACEE - 2014), Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, New Delhi, India; Proceedings - Global Sustainability Transitions: Impacts and Innovations, Editor: Prof. G. C. Mishra, ISBN 978-93-83083-77-0. Excellent Publishing House, April 2014.
28. Singh, S., Mital, M., G., Gupta, P. and Syal, M. (2014). “Assessment of Renewable Energy in Green Buildings,” Proceedings of the International Conference on: Sustainable Innovative Techniques in Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (SITACEE - 2014), Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, New Delhi, India; Proceedings - Global Sustainability Transitions: Impacts and Innovations, Editor: Prof. G. C. Mishra, ISBN 978-93-83083-77-0. Excellent Publishing House, April 2014.
29. Kaur, G., Gupta, P. and Syal, M. (2014). “Education for Sustainable Development: Assessing Knowledge and Skills of Urban Adolescents towards Efficient Energy Management,” Presented and published in conference proceedings of the National conference on Sustainable Development of India: Challenges and Remedies organized by HNB Garhwal University, India, March 2014.
30. Arif, M. and Syal, M. (2013). Guest Editorial: Managing Sustainable Construction, Special issue of the Journal of Construction Innovation - Addressing Global Challenges for a Sustainable Built Environment, vol. 13 (2).
31. Arif, M. and Syal, M. (2013). Guest Editorial: Implementing Sustainable Construction, Special issue of the Journal of Construction Innovation - Addressing Global Challenges for a Sustainable Built Environment, vol. 13 (3).
32. Jain, M., Mital, M. and Syal, M. (2013). “Impediments associated with Solar Energy Policies in India: Rural and Urban Scenario,” Proceedings of the First Northern Regional Social Science Congress, Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), Northern Regional Center, New Delhi, India, April 3-5, 2013.
33. Kaur, G., Gupta, P. and Syal, M. (2013). “Assessment of Knowledge of Youth towards Energy Management: An Exploratory Research,” Proceedings of the First Northern Regional Social Science Congress, Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), Northern Regional Center, New Delhi, India, April 3-5, 2013.
34. Kaur, G., Gupta, P. and Syal, M. (2013). “Capacity Building of Stakeholders towards Green Industrialization: An Action Research towards Greening of Factories,” Proceedings of the First Northern Regional Social Science Congress, Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), Northern Regional Center, New Delhi, India, April 3-5, 2013.
35. Duah, D. and Syal, M. (2013). “Information Barriers in Home Energy Retrofit Adoption: Research in Progress,” Pennsylvania Residential Building Conference, Allentown, Penn State University, PA., March 2013.
36. Jain, M., Mital, M. and Syal, M. (2013). “LEED-EB Implementation in India: An Overview of Catalysts and Hindrances,” Paper presented and Abstract published in International Conference on Sustainable Development, Punjab, India, December 2013.
37. Kaur, G., Gupta, P. and Syal, M. (2013). “Empowering stakeholders towards better working conditions through Green Factories: An Action Research in India,” Paper presented and Abstract published in International Conference on Sustainable Development, Punjab, India, December 2013.
38. Kaur, G., Gupta, P. and Syal, M. (2013). “Appraisal of Knowledge of Youth towards Energy Conservation and Efficiency in India: An Exploratory Research,” Paper presented and Abstract published in International Conference on Sustainable Development, Punjab, India, December 2013.
39. Jain, M., Mital, M. and Syal, M. (2012). “Renewable Energy Policies in India: Need for Awareness generation,” Paper presented pact of Climate Change on Habitat and Health, IDC Foundation, New Delhi, India, Sept. 2012.
40. Duah, D., Syal, M. and Samuel, S. (2012). “Developing a Decision Support System for Cost Effective Energy Retrofit in Homes,” Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Infrastructure Development in Africa (ICIDA), Badu, E., Dinye, R., Ahadzie. D., and Manu, D. (Eds), Kumasi, Ghana, p. 559-576, March 22-24, 2012.
41. Jain, M., Mital, M. and Syal, M. (2011). “Greening of existing buildings: an exploratory study,” Paper presented and published - NIMS Spotlight, 3(5), 37-42, International Symposium on Innovative management strategies, Netaji Subash Institute of Management Sciences, New Delhi, India, May 2011.
42. Kaur, G., Gupta, P. and Syal, M. (2011). “Empowering stakeholders towards green Factories: an action research,” Paper presented and published - NIMS Spotlight, 3(5), 43-49, International Symposium on Innovative management strategies Netaji Subash Institute of Management Sciences, New Delhi, India, May 2011.
43. Kim, S., Mrozowski, T., and Syal, M. (2011). “Market-based policy implications for improving energy-retrofit programs in the Great Lakes region,” Paper published and presented - HERA Annual Conference, Fall 2011.
44. Jain, M., Mital, M. and Syal, M. (2011). “Sustainable built environment: finding solutions in greening existing buildings,” Paper Presented and abstract published - National Conference on Sustainable Development, University of Delhi, India, Oct. - Nov. 2011.
45. Kaur, G., Gupta, P. and Syal, M. (2011). “Developing capacity of stakeholders towards green Factories,” Paper Presented and abstract published - National Research Conference on Climate Change, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, India, Nov. 2011.
46. Kaur, G., Gupta, P., Mital, M. and Syal, M. (2010). Green Factory Buildings in India, Poster Presentation and proceedings of ASC Annual Conference, University of Florida, April 2010.
47. Korkmaz, S., Erten, D., Potbhare, V. and Syal, M. (2009). A Review of Green Building Movement Timelines in Developed and Developing Countries to Build an International Adoption Framework, Proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on Construction in the 21st Century (CITC-V), Istanbul, Turkey, May 2009.
48. Singh, A. and Syal, M. (2009). Life Cycle Cost Analysis of Occupant Well Being and Productivity in LEED® Buildings, Poster Presentation and proceedings of ASC Annual Conference, University of Florida, April 2009.
49. Syal, M. and Pillai, G. (2005). Green and Holistic Planning, Design, and Construction, Proceedings of the U.S – India Symposium on Urban Housing and Supporting Infrastructure, National Science Foundation, U.S.A and Ministry of Science and Technology, India, Oct. 20-22, 2005, New Delhi, Construction Management Program, Michigan State University, MI.
50. Harrison, Adam and M. Syal (2005). Historic Preservation as a Rehabilitation Tool for Urban Revitalization, Proceedings of the U.S – India Symposium on Urban Housing and Supporting Infrastructure, National Science Foundation, U.S.A and Ministry of Science and Technology, India, Oct. 20-22, 2005, New Delhi, Construction Management Program, Michigan State University, MI.
51. Syal, M., Chaganti, M., Johnson, C., Sabharwal, A. and Swarup, L. (Sept. 2004). “U.S.-Based Executive Development Programs for A/E/C Professionals from Korea,” Proceedings of the international conference on “Construction Opportunities and Strategies for action with focus on Asia-Pacific, Middle East and African Regions,” New Delhi, India.
52. Syal, M., Hastak, M., and Mullens, M. (August 2004). “Housing Research Agenda: Summary Report,” Proceedings of the NSF-PATH Housing Research Agenda Workshop, NSF and U.S. Department of HUD, Washington DC.
53. Syal, M and Hastak, M. (August 2004). “Whole House Production: Integration of Factory-Built and Site-Built Construction,” Proceedings of the NSF-PATH Housing Research Agenda Workshop, NSF and U.S. Department of HUD, Washington DC.
54. Hastak, M. and Syal, M. (August 2004). “Building Process Optimization with Supply Chain Management In The Manufactured Housing Industry,” Proceedings of the NSF-PATH Housing Research Agenda Workshop, NSF and U.S. Department of HUD, Washington DC.
55. Syal, M. and Hastak, M. (2003). “Education, Certification and Specialization of Construction Professionals,” Proceedings of the National Conference on Construction, CIDC, New Delhi, India, November 2003.
56. Syal, M. and Banerjee, D. (2002). “Education, Certification And Specialization of Construction Professionals,” Proceedings of the Annual Conference of the Construction Industry Development Council, New Delhi, India.
57. Abu Hammad, A, Hastak, M, and Syal, M (November 2002). “Simulation Model for Manufactured Housing Processes,” Proceedings of the Symposium on Construction Innovation and Global Competitiveness, International Council of Buildings (CIB), Cincinnati.
58. Syal, M. (March 2002). “Construction Management Trends: Education, Research, and Applications,” Conference on Emerging Trends in Construction, Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala, India.
59. Syal, M., and Shay, C. (2002). “Building Rehabilitation Code in Michigan: Evolution and Implementation.” Proceedings of the Session on Housing Innovation, International Builders Show, NAHB, Atlanta, GA.
60. Syal, M. and Mehrotra, N. “US Country Report on Construction Sector, Asia Construct Conference, CIDC-India, New Delhi, October 2001.
61. Syal, M. (June 2001). "Industrialized Technology for Urban Housing in South Asia," Habitat: Housing and Urban Infrastructure, PricewaterhouseCoopers, New Delhi, India, vol.3, no.1.
62. Syal, M.G. and Seidel, A.W. (January 1999). "Production Planning for Medium-Large Homebuilders," Session on Housing Innovation: Management, Business, and Marketing, Proceedings of the NAHB Annual Convention, Dallas, TX.
63. Bhatia, S., Tucciarone, L., and Syal, M.G. (October 1998). “Role of Computers in Managing Challenges for Program Management of Large Infrastructure Projects.” Extended abstract, Proceedings of the 1998 International Computing Congress, ASCE, Boston, MA.
64. Liu, Y., Syal, M., and Spearnak, M. (June 1995). “Integrated Computer Information System in Facility Service Department of a School District.” Proceedings of the Second Congress on Computing in Civil Engineering, ASCE, Atlanta, Ga.
65. Syal, M.G., Christofferson, J., and Bozai., G. (April 1995) “Development of Specialization in Undergraduate Curriculum Through Senior Level Capstone Courses.” Proceedings of the Annual Convention of the Associated Schools of Construction, Tempe, AZ.
66. Ott, E., Syal, M.G., and Gehrig, G.R. (June 1994) "Computer-Integrated Construction and CM Firms: A Profitable Combination." Proceedings of the First Congress on Computing in Civil Engineering, ASCE, Wash. D.C.
67. Staib, J., Syal, M.G., and Peters, D. (June 1994) "Computer-Based Energy Analysis for Mechanical Retrofit of Buildings." Proceedings of the First Congress on Computing in Civil Engineering, ASCE, Washington D.C.
68. McIntyre, C., Parfitt, M. K, and Syal, M.G. (June 1994). "CAD-Based Intelligent Drawings: An Automated Quality Control Approach to Land Development." Proceedings of the First Congress on Computing in Civil Engineering, ASCE, Washington D.C.
69. Syal, M.G. and Christofferson, J. (April 1994) "Evolution of Management Techniques and Growth of Residential Construction Companies," Proceedings of the Annual Convention of the Associated Schools of Construction, Peoria, IL.
70. Christofferson, J., and Syal, M.G. (April 1994). "Computer-Based Communication System for Residential Contracting Companies," Proceedings of the Annual Convention of the Associated Schools of Construction, Peoria, IL.
71. Syal M.G., and Parfitt, M.K. (June 1993). "Work Item Hierarchy Structure for Construction Method Selection in Project Planning." Proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering, ASCE, Anaheim, CA.
72. Parfitt, M.K., and Syal, M.G. (June 1993). "A Framework for an Automated Quality Control System in Working Drawing Production." Proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering, ASCE, Anaheim, CA.
73. Bhatia, S., Whitehouse, G., and Syal, M.G. (June 1993). "Computer Estimating and Cost Control: History and Evolution at Perini." Proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering, ASCE, Anaheim, CA.
74. Robson, K.F., Syal, M.G., and Murphy, J.D. (April 1993). "Strategic Planning: A Critical Element for Continuing Growth of Small to Medium Size Contractors." Proceedings of the Annual Convention of the Associated Schools of Construction, Estes Park, CO.
75. Syal, M.G., Pannell, P., and Beach, J. (October 1992). "Finalization of Initial Estimate and Schedule." Proceedings of the Associated Schools of Construction, Region IV Meeting, The University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE., 14-27.
76. Syal, M.G., McIntyre, C., and Willenbrock, J.H. (June 1992). "Computer-Integrated Residential Construction: From Subdivision Design to Dwelling Unit." Proceedings of the Eighth ASCE Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering, Dallas, TX., 207-213.
77. Syal, M.G., Grobler, F., and Willenbrock, J.H., (May 1991). "Computer-Based Integration of Design and Project Controls. "Proceedings of the Seventh ASCE Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering, Washington D.C. 779-788.
78. Syal, M.G., Willenbrock, J.H., and Grobler, F., (April 1991). "Construction Process Knowledge Model to Assist Method Selection in Construction Project Planning - Research in Progress. "Proceedings of the ASCE Construction Congress '91, Symposium on Computer-Integrated Design and Construction, Cambridge, MA. 387-393.
79. Syal, M.G., Smith, G.R., and Willenbrock, J.H., (May 1990). "Simulation Modeling of Modular Housing Production. "Proceedings of the Annual Conference of the Canadian Society for Civil Engineers, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, II-2, 871-888.
80. Willenbrock, J.H., and Music. W., and Syal, M.G., (January 1990). "Development of an Evolutionary Growth Model for Residential Building Construction Firms." Proceedings of the Second Annual Research Exchange- What is Happening in Housing Research, Annual Convention of the National Association of Home Builders, Atlanta, GA., 1-29.
81. Willenbrock, J.H., and Syal, M.G., (April 1989). "The Impact of Industrialized Housing on the Residential Building Construction Industry. "Proceedings of the Modular Housing Symposium, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA., 1-34.
82. Willenbrock, J.H., and Syal, M.G. (January 1989). "Modular Housing: The Trend for the 90's." (January 1989). Proceedings of the Session on Housing Research, Annual Convention of the National Association of Home Builders, Atlanta, GA.
83. Rowings, J.E., and Syal, M.G., (September 1986). "The Impacts of Safety Standards Implementation on Construction Organizations." Proceedings of the Annual Conference of the Project Management Institute, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, 354-359.

Project Reports / Policy Briefs / Book Chapters / Monographs / Articles / Invited Papers

1. Goerke, M., Mollaoglu, S., and Syal, M. (2018). “Housing Subdivisions for Rental Housing,” Project report, Housing Education and Research Initiative, Co-advisor.
2. Chakraborty, S., Syal, M. and Mollaoglu, S (2018). “Role of Infrastructure in Urban Housing Developments,” Project report, Housing Education and Research Initiative, Co-advisor.
3. LaMore, R., Berghorn, G., and Syal, M. (2018). “Domicology: A new way to fight blight before buildings are even constructed,” The Conversation, Prominent academic discussion and publication outlet, November 2018. (With 88K+ reads as of March 2019, this article has climbed among the top 15 articles of 206 MSU faculty authored articles in this highly competitive media outlet) https://theconversation.com/domicology-a-new-way-to-fight-blight-before-buildings-are-even-constructed-82582
4. Patacconi, G., Wilson, M., UNIDO Staff - Syal, M., and SPDC Team (2017). “Planning and Managing Sustainable Industrial Parks,” Training Guidelines Report, Department of Agribusiness, United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO).
5. LaMore, R., Jordan, A., Berghorn, G, and Syal, M. and others (March 2017), “Deconstruction Economic Cluster Feasibility Study for Muskegon, Michigan,” Project Report, EDA Project, CCED-Michigan State University, MI. https://domicology.msu.edu/upload/MuskegonDeconstructionHubFinalReport.pdf
6. Jain, M., Mital, M., and Syal, M. (Jan -Mar 2017). Cover Story - Solar Energy in India: Challenges and Policies for Off-grid Installations. Energy Future, the Complete Energy Magazine, 5(2), 12-21. TERI Publications, India
7. Garcia, A., Mollaoglu-Korkmaz, S. and Syal, M. (2016). “Adoption of Building Information Modeling in Small Size Home-Building-Businesses,” Applied Project Report, HELP Grant - National Housing Endowment, Michigan State University, https://www.canr.msu.edu/spdc/uploads/files/Programs/CM/Housing_Education_and_Research_Center/BIMAdoptionSSHBB_HELPrpt_GarciaMollaogluSyal_WCAG2.0_Spr2016.pdf
8. Jain, M., Mital, M., & Syal, M. (2015). “Solar Energy Policies and Rural Electrification in India.” Chapter in - Human Dimensions of Water and Development: Issues and Challenges in context of Climate Change, by M. K. Slariya and D. Y. Jeong, Create Space Independent Publishing Platform, Amazon.co.uk, ISBN: 978-1517674823, http://www.amazon.co.uk/Human-Dimensions-Water-Development-Environmental/dp/1517674824
9. 9. Garcia, A., Mollaoglu-Korkmaz, S. and Syal, M. (2015). “Costs & Benefits of NGBS Certified Single-Family Green Homes,” Applied Project Report, HELP Grant - National Housing Endowment, Michigan State University, http://www.spdc.msu.edu/uploads/files/Programs/CM/Housing_Education_and_Research_Center/CBofNGBSSFGreenHomes_HELPrpt_GarciaMollaogluSyal_WCAG2.0_Fall2015.pdf
10. Jain, M., Mital, M., & Syal, M. (2015). “Greening of Existing Buildings: An Exploratory Study.” New Technologies and Methodologies for Sustainable Development, Technical series 5, Lady Irwin College, New Delhi: Global Books Organization, Delhi, India, ISBN: 978-93-80570-64-8
11. Syal, M., Diffendal, J., and Duah, D. (2014). Change order Guidelines for Electrical and Low Voltage Contractors, Project Report, ELECTRI International, MD., https://electri.org/research-overview/research/
12. Syal, M., Duah, D., Samuel, S., Mo, Y., Cyr, T. and CEER Team (2013). Information Framework Development for Retrofit Technology Measures, Project Report, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, U.S. Dept. of Energy, CO.
13. Syal, M. and Duah, D. (2012). Construction Project Management, a module for the encyclopedia on sustainable development, United Nations (UNESCO), http://www.unesco.org/new/en/natural-sciences/science-technology/prospective-studies/science-policy-in-encyclopedia-for-life-support-systems and http://portal.unesco.org/en/ev.php-URL_ID=5636&URL_DO=DO_TOPIC&URL_SECTION=201.html
14. Syal, M., Ofei-Amoh, K, Duah, D., Cry, T. and Korkmaz, S. (2012). Smart Grid: Installation and Construction Management Aspects for Electrical Contractors, Project Report, ELECTRI International, MD., https://electri.org/research-overview/research/
15. Syal, M., Duah, D., Samuel, S., Mo, Y., Cyr, T. and CEER Team (2012). Test Plan for Information Framework Development for Retrofit Technology Measures, Project Report, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, U.S. Dept. of Energy, CO.
16. Syal, M., and Cry, T. (2012). ELECTRI: Preparing for the Next 20 Years - Research Agenda, Process and Dissemination, Project Report, ELECTRI International, MD., https://electri.org/research-overview/research/
17. Korkmaz, K.A., Syal, M., Harichandran, R., Korkmaz, S., Gangwal, S., Awan, A.B. (2012). Implementation of Sustainable Design, Construction, and Maintenance for Bridges.” Report to Michigan Dept. of Transportation, Lansing, MI, Nov. 2012.
18. Syal, M. (June 2011). Social Benefits of Green Material, Green Urban Development Report #2, SKANSKA AB, Stockholm, Sweden, http://www.skanska.com/Global/About%20Skanska/Our_Green_Initiative/GreenReport/Skanska-Green-Urban-Development-Report-no-2-June-2011.pdf. Also posted on Guardian Newspapers web - http://www.guardian.co.uk/sustainable-business/social-benefits-green-materials-skanska
19. Syal, M., Li, Q., Ofei-Amoh, K., and Arend, M. (June 2010). Role of Electrical Contractors on LEED Projects - Business Proposal / Capability Statement, Project Report vol. 2, ELECTRI International, MD., https://electri.org/research-overview/research/
20. Syal, M., Ofei-Amoh, K. and Samuel, S. (June 2010). Construction Project Management and Green Buildings - International Training Program for faculty and graduate students from India, CM-SPDC, Michigan State University, MI.
21. Syal, M., Mrozowski, M., Whitbeck, W., and Ofei-Amoh, K. (May 2010). Construction Project Management and Green Buildings - International Executive Training Manual for VIPP Program (Korean Land and Housing Corporation and Seoul Municipal Government), CM-SPDC, Michigan State University, MI.
22. Syal, M., Abdulrahman, K, Li, Q. and Bezdek, W. (July 2009). Role of Electrical Contractors on LEED Projects - Overall Impact and Commissioning, Project Report vol. 1, ELECTRI International, MD., https://electri.org/research-overview/research/
23. Syal, M., Mrozowski, M.and Li, Q. (May 2009). Construction Project Management and LEED Projects - International Executive Training Manual for VIPP Program (Korean Land Corporation / Korean National Housing Corporation / GICO), CM Program, Michigan State University, MI.
24. Syal, M., Potbhare, V, Berghorn, G., and Singh, A. (2008). Construction Project Management and Green Buildings - International Executive Training Manual for VIPP Program (Korean Land Corporation / Korean National Housing Corporation / GICO), CM Program, Michigan State University, MI.
25. Syal, M., Mago, S. and Moody, D. (2007). Project Report: Impact of LEED®-NC Projects on Constructors, vol. 1, AGC Education and Research Foundation, CM Program, Michigan State University, MI.
26. Syal, M., Mago, S. and Moody, D. (2007). Workshop/Outreach Package: Impact of LEED®-NC Projects on Constructors, vol. 2, AGC Education and Research Foundation, CM Program, Michigan State University, MI.
27. Syal, M., Mago, S. and Moody, D. (2007). Database Query System: Impact of LEED®-NC Projects on Constructors, vol. 3, AGC Education and Research Foundation, CM Program, Michigan State University, MI.
28. Syal, M. and Mago, S. (2007). “Sustainable Built Environment Research Retreat and Impact of LEED® Guidelines on the Construction Industry,” Project Report - Environmental Research Initiative, CM Program, Michigan State University, MI.
29. Syal, M., Mago, S. and Potbhare, V. (2007). Construction Project Management – International Executive Training Manual for VIPP Program (Korean Land Corporation / Korean National Housing Corporation / GICO), CM Program, Michigan State University, MI.
30. Seidel A., and Syal, M. (May 2006). Project Report : Construction Project Management Technical Assistance - Detroit Housing Commission, Michigan State University, MI.
31. Syal, M., “Final Report : U.S.-India Symposium on Urban Housing and Supporting Infrastructure,” National Science Foundation, Michigan State University, MI, February 2006.
32. Syal, M., Hastak, M., Sabharwal, A., Swarup, L. and Pillai, G., “Continuation Education Module – Manufactured Housing Component Assembly Redesign,” NSF Project Report, MSU and Purdue, February 2005.
33. Syal, M., Anjaneyulu, L., and Schweitzer, J. “Building Rehabilitation-Based Built Environment as a Complementary Factor to Social Aspects of Urban Revitalization in Detroit, Michigan,” Policy Paper, Series on Relationship between Urban Built Environment, Social Capital, and Human Health, IPPSR, MSU, MI, Fall 2004.
34. Syal, M., Hastak, M, and Mullens, M. (August 2003). Final Report, NSF-PATH Housing Research Agenda, NSF and U.S. Department of HUD, Washington DC.
35. Syal, M., von Bernuth, R., and Seidel, A., “Construction Project Management, International Outreach Program Course Pack,” L.G. Engineering and Construction, MSU, MI., May - June 2004.
36. Promotional brochure article featuring Manufactured Housing Research at MSU, HUD-PATH, February 2004.
37. Syal, M., Seidel, A., and Mrozowski, T., “Residential Construction Project Management – U.S. and Korean Systems, International Outreach Program Course Pack,” Korean National Housing Corporation, December 2003, MSU, MI.
38. Syal, M., Hastak, M, Banerjee, D., and Mehrotra, M. (2003). “Continuing Education Package –Manufactured Housing Facility layout,” NSF-PATH Project Report No.4, Michigan State University, MI.
39. Barshan, A., Willenbrock, J, Abdelhamid, J., and Syal, M. “Manufactured Housing Construction Quality Guidelines,” Project Report, Consumers Union SW, May 2003, TX.
40. Consumers Union’s Tips on Mobile Homes, Public Service article by Consumers Union, based on research work by Barshan, A., Willenbrock, J, Abdelhamid, J., and Syal, M., May 2003.
41. Syal, M. and McFadden, K. - editors. “ Profit and Opportunity Beyond Traditional Building Practices,” Proceedings of the research session at NAHB Convention, February 2003, Las Vegas, NV.
42. Syal, M., Supanich-Goldner, F., and Anjaneyulu, L. (2002). “Innovative Ways to provide Affordable Housing in Urban Michigan,” Chapter in “Urban Policy Choices for Michigan Leaders,” Dozier W. Thornton and Carol S. Weissert, editors, Michigan State University Press, East Lansing, MI. (also published as a Policy Brief, Urban Issues Series, Institute of Public Policy and Social Research and Urban Affairs Programs, Michigan State University).
43. Mehrotra, N., and Syal, M. (2002). “Manufactured Housing Production Plant Layout Design,” NSF-PATH Project Report No. 3, Michigan State University, MI.
44. Syal, M., Hastak, M, Senghore, O, and Mehrotra, N. (2002). “Continuing Education Package –Manufactured Housing Production Process,” NSF-PATH Project Report No.2, Michigan State University, MI.
45. Syal, M. and Mehrotra, N. (February 2002). "Manufactured Housing Trends and Regulations in Michigan: Industry Trends and Codes," Michigan Public Policy, Michigan State University, MI.
46. LaMore, R, Cocciarelli, S., Gomez, J., Melcher, J, Metzger, J., Supanich-Goldner, F., and Syal, M. (October 2001). "Organizational Capacity and Housing Production: A Study of Nonprofit Organizations in Michigan, Center for Urban Affairs - CEDP, Michigan State University, MI.
47. Senghore, O., and Syal, M. (August 2001). "Production and Material Flow Process Model for Manufactured Housing," NSF-PATH Project Report No.1, Michigan State University, MI.
48. Syal, M., and Shay C. (August 2001). "Implementing a Building Rehabilitation Code in Michigan," Community and Economic Development Briefs, Michigan State University, MI.
49. Mrozowski, T., Syal, M., and Kakakhel, S. (May 1999). "Construction Management of Steel Construction," American Institute of Steel Construction, Vol. 1 and 2, Chicago, IL.
50. Syal, M., Kakakhel, A., and Robinson, R. (January 1999). "Construction Management of Housing Projects," , Developed for the training participants, Hong Kong Housing Authority, Hong Kong SAR.
51. Seidel, A., and Syal M. (May 1998). “Impact of New Housing Development on Michigan Communities,” HERC Research Report Series, Michigan State University, MI.
52. Seidel, A., and Syal M. (August 1997). “Business Planning,” HERC Research Report Series, Michigan State University, MI.
53. Seidel, A., and Syal M. (August 1997). “Professional Designation Feasibility Study,” HERC Research Report Series, Michigan State University, MI.
54. Burkhardt, T., Mireley, S., and Syal, M. (December 1996). Manufactured Housing, Research Report, Harvest Foundation and State of Michigan, MI.
55. Wright, K., and Syal M. (October 1996). “A Descriptive Analysis of the Energy Efficiency Software Programs Available to Home Builders,” HERC Research Report Series, Michigan State University, MI.
56. Wright, K., and Syal M. (February 1996). “Energy Efficient Design and Construction Techniques in Home Building,” HERC Research Report Series, Michigan State University, MI.
57. Syal, M.G., and Klarich, R., (January 1995). “Computer-Integrated Estimating and Purchase Management for a Custom Homebuilder,” Genesee Homes Project, Denver, CO.
58. Syal, M.G., and Christofferson, J., (April 1994). "Construction Management Procedures Manual," Village Homes Project, Littleton, CO.
59. Syal, M.G., and Christofferson, J., (January 1994). "Production Assistance Manual," Village Homes Project, Littleton, CO.
60. Syal, M.G., and Christofferson, J., (November 1993). "Construction Safety and Inspection Training," Project Manual, Developed for the Training of an USAID Participant, Ministry of Labour, Cyprus.
61. Taylor, S., Syal, M.G., and Willenbrock, J.H., (April 1993). "Technology Transfer Manual For Computer-Based Cost Estimating," HRC Research Series Report No. 26, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA.
62. Syal, M.G., (May 1992). "Construction process Knowledge Model to Assist Method Selection in Project Planning." HRC Research Series Report No. 23, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA.
63. Syal, M.G., Parfitt, M.K., and Willenbrock, J.H., (September 1991). "Computer-Integrated Design Drawings, Cost Estimating, and Construction Scheduling." HRC Research Series Report No. 11, The Pennsylvania State University, PA.
64. Willenbrock, J.H., Brown, T.B., Syal, M.G., and Staib, J.R., (July 1990). "Technology Concept for the TEAHouse - Building Systems Selection Criteria (including the set of Design Drawings)." HRC Research Series Report No. 5, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA.
65. Willenbrock, J.H, Syal, M.G., and Staib, J.R., (May 1990 and October 1990). "Final Report on Building Systems for TEAHouse. "HRC Research Series Report No. 4, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA.