Mahruk Malik

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Dr. Mahruk Malik is a forward-thinking researcher at the intersection of building physics, automation, and sustainable construction, with a primary focus on the deep energy retrofitting of existing building stock. Her key research areas center on developing scalable, industrialized solutions for façade upgrading, specifically leveraging prefabricated modules, automation, and robotics to achieve near-zero energy consumption. Her most cited work, “Solution Kits for automated and robotic façade upgrading” (2022), systematically tackles the complex challenge of integrating new insulating envelopes and renewable energy sources onto existing structures. By proposing a framework for “solution kits,” Dr. Malik provides a crucial pathway to overcome the technical and logistical barriers of traditional retrofits, making high-performance building upgrades more viable and cost-effective. While her citation count is still growing, reflecting the emerging nature of this critical field, her contribution is strategically significant: she is laying the foundational methodology for a robotic and automated approach to the global building renovation challenge. Her work is essential reading for researchers and practitioners aiming to decarbonize the built environment through smart, industrialized construction techniques.