Haleh Mehdipour

Haleh Mehdipour, Ph.D.

Dr. Haleh Mehdipour is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Construction Management at Kennesaw State University. She earned her Ph.D. in Design, Construction, and Planning, with a minor in Statistics, from the University of Florida.
Her interdisciplinary research focuses on the intersections of the built environment, housing and health equity, indoor air quality, environmental justice, and disaster resilience. Her work integrates computational modeling, agent-based simulation, building performance assessment, and participatory action research to investigate how housing conditions, environmental exposures, and construction practices influence occupant health and community well-being.
With a strong emphasis on environmental justice and community-engaged research, Dr. Mehdipour examines the social, environmental, and structural inequalities that shape housing conditions and community vulnerability. Her research seeks to bridge technical approaches with community knowledge to develop practical, equitable, and sustainable solutions for healthier buildings and more resilient communities.
Dr. Mehdipour has contributed to interdisciplinary and international research collaborations addressing indoor environmental quality, post-disaster housing recovery, climate adaptation, and community resilience. Her work connects research, policy, and practice to inform decision-making in the built environment and support communities disproportionately affected by environmental and climate-related challenges.
In her teaching, Dr. Mehdipour emphasizes the integration of construction knowledge, digital tools, analytical methods, and real-world applications. She is committed to preparing students to address complex challenges in the construction industry while promoting innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility.