Prof. John Odhiambo Onyango holds a Ph.D. in Architecture degree from University of Glasgow; a M.Arch degree from University of Notre Dame; Certificate in Professional Practice & Management in Architecture [RBA Part III] from the Bartlett School of Architecture, University College London and a B.Arch. degree from University of Nairobi. His research focuses on Sustainability at the building and urban design and has participated in over 13 research projects securing over $527k in competitive research grants. He continues to publish work on energy conservation measures, waste energy, passive ground cooling/ heating systems and design methods among. He has an extensive and solid professional background in architectural practice.
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