Publications

Ouma, L., Castronovo, F., Kaur, R., Leicht, R. (2025) (under review). Assessment Instrument for Lean Journeys in Integrated Project Delivery: Lean Learning Health Assessment (LLHA). Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management.

Wu, W. Castronovo, F., Lou, Y., Liang, A., Gomez, F., Kassis, S., Wolcott, A. (2025) (under review). Community of Practice as a Structured Intervention to Prepare Higher Education STEM Faculty for Classroom Integration of Extended Reality (XR). Journal of Computers & Education: X Reality.

Castronovo, F., RazaviAlavi, S., & Rodriguez, P. M. (2024). Improving Learners’ Self-Efficacy in Performing Design Reviews with Virtual Reality. Journal of Information Technology in Construction (ITcon), 29(1), 1-15.

Mastrolembo Ventura, S., Castronovo, F., Nikolic, D., & Ciribini, A. L. (2022). Implementation of virtual reality in construction education: a content-analysis based literature review. Journal of Information Technology in Construction, 27, 705-731.

Stanciulescu, A., Castronovo, F., & Oliver, J. (2022). Assessing the impact of visualization media on engagement in an active learning environment. International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 1-21.

Castronovo, F., Stepanik, N., Van Meter, P. N., & Messner, J. I. (2022). Problem-solving processes in an educational construction simulation game. Advanced Engineering Informatics, 52, 101574.

Nikolic, D., Castronovo, F., & Leicht, R. (2021). Teaching BIM as a collaborative information management process through a continuous improvement assessment lens: a case study. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management.

Kandi, V.R., Castronovo F., Brittle P., Mastrolemdo Ventura S., Nikolic D. (2020). Assessing the Impact of a Construction Virtual Reality Game on Design Review Skills of Construction Students. Journal of Architectural Engineering. American Society of Civil Engineers Journal of Architectural Engineering Special Collection on The Future of Education in Architectural Engineering.

Mastrolembo Ventura S., Castronovo F., Ciribini A.L.C. (2020). A design review session protocol for the implementation of immersive virtual reality in usability-focused analysis.  Journal of Information Technology in Construction (ITcon), Vol. 25, Special issue eWork and eBusiness in Architecture, Engineering and Construction 2018, pg. 233-253.

Liu, Y., Castronovo, F., Messner, J., & Leicht, R. (2020). Evaluating the Impact of Virtual Reality on Design Review Meetings. Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, 34(1), 04019045.

Mansouri, S., Castronovo, F., & Akhavian, R. (2020). Analysis of the Synergistic Effect of Data Analytics and Technology Trends in the AEC/FM Industry. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(3), 04019113.

Castronovo F., Van Meter P., Messner J. (2018) Leveraging Metacognitive Prompts in Construction Educational Games for Higher Educational Gains. Special Issue of the International Journal of Construction Management "Cyberlearning in Construction Management." 

Castronovo F., Van Meter P., Zappe S., Leicht R., Messner J. (2017). Developing Problem-Solving Skills in Construction Education with the Virtual Construction Simulator.  Special Issue of the International Journal of Engineering Education "Engineering Behind Technology-Based Educational Innovations."

Santos, A. V., Boehm, S. J., Castronovo, F., & Mathews, T. A. (2023). Graduate Research Experience and Transitioning to Grad School (GREaT GradS): A New Approach to Graduate-School Onboarding for Marginalized Groups. In 2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition.

Baldwin, M., Xenidis, Y., Castronovo, F., Suwal, S., Denzler, A., Heim, T., Ciribini, Angelo L.C., (2023) Towards a Digital Competency Framework for the Construction Industry. In European Conference on Computing in Construction (EC3). Crete, GR, 2023.

Wu, W., Luo, Y., Castronovo, F., Liang, A., Gomez, F., Kassis, S., Wolcott, A., (2023) Barriers and Pathways to Use Extended Reality in STEM Classrooms: Perspectives of Key Stakeholders. In European Conference on Computing in Construction (EC3). Crete, GR, 2023.

Piroozfar P., Boseley S., Judd A., Viljoen A., Castronovo F., Farr E. (2023). VR as a Collaborative Design Tool for Urban Gardening: An Alternative to Urban Map Walks Methodology. 13th International Conference on Construction in the 21st Century (CITC-13). Arnhem, The Netherlands| May 8 – 11, 2023.

Piroozfar P., Boseley S., Judd A., Viljoen A., Castronovo F., Farr E. (2023). Enhancing user experience through VR: Case of an urban gardening participatory design experiment. 13th International Conference on Construction in the 21st Century (CITC-13). Arnhem, Netherlands. May 8 – 11, 2023.

Schaffer, R., Castronovo, F., & Durana, O. (2022). Work in Progress: Design and Development of an Immersive Virtual Reality Educational Game for Wind Power Education. In 2022 American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition. Minneapolis, MI.

Castronovo, F., Mastrolembo Ventura, S., & Nikolic, D. (2022). Virtual reality engineering summer camp: a pathway to architecture, engineering, and construction. Proceedings of the 22nd International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality (CONVR), Seoul, South Korea.

Singh, V., Xenidis, Y., Castronovo, F., Suwal, S., Ciribini, A. L. C., & Jurelionis, A. (2022). A preliminary review of the opportunities and challenges in training and certification for computing in construction. In European Conference on Computing in Construction (EC3). Rhodes, GR, 2022.

Castronovo F., Ayerra I., Mastrolembo Ventura S., (2021). A Review of BIM Execution Planning Guides: Identifying the Next Steps in Research. 20th International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality. Middlesbrough, UK.

Daddino D., Gaedicke C., Castronovo F., Motavalli S., Liguori D. (2020).  Assessing the Effect of Curing Conditions, Specimen Type, and Superabsorbent Polymers in Compressive Strength and Abrasion of Pervious Concrete.  56th Annual Associated Schools of Construction International Conference.

Castronovo F., Schaffer R. (2020) Lessons Learned from Implementing Virtual Reality in an Introductory Engineering. American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference 2020. June 21 - 21, Montreal, Quebec, CA.

Castronovo F., Oliver J., Kaur N. (2020) Measuring Students’ Engagement in Learning Volumes of Revolution when Using Advanced Visualization Media in an Active Learning Environment. American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference 2020. June 21 - 21, Montreal, Quebec, CA.

Kandi V.R., Castronovo F., Brittle P. (2019) Application of a Virtual Reality Educational Game to Improve Design Review Skills. Construction Research Congress 2020. March 8-10, Tempe, Arizona.

Leonard C., Gaedicke C., Castronovo F. (2019) Mass Timber Construction: Perceptions of an Emerging Methodology Among San Francisco Bay Area Construction Professionals. 55th Annual Associated Schools of Construction International Conference, Denver, CO.

Hsu B. P-J., Sibal M., Castronovo F., Akhavian R. (2019) Exploring the Extent of Organizational Injustice Difference Between Men and Women in the U.S. Construction Industry.  Western Decision Sciences Institute 2019. March 5 - 10, Cabo San Lucas, MX.

Castronovo F., Nikolic D., Mastrolembo Ventura S., Shroff V., Nguyen A., Dinh N., Yilmaz S., Akhavian R., Gaedicke G. (2019) Design and Development of a Virtual Reality Educational Game for Architectural and Construction Reviews. American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference 2019. June 15 - 19, Tampa, FL.

Mastrolembo Ventura S., Castronovo F., Ciribini L. C. (2019) A Framework of Measures to Consider When Adopting Virtual Reality in Design Reviews. European Conference on Computing in Construction 2019. July 10 - 12 2019, Chania, Crete, GR.

Castronovo F., Awad N., Akhavian R. (2019) Lean Analysis of the Installation of Curtain Wall Systems with Mobile Technology. Consortium of Supply Chain and Operations Management 2019. February 22 – 23 2019, Turlock, CA. 

Castronovo F., Barbosa Silva M., Mastrolembo Ventura S., Akhavian R. (2019) A First Step in Generating a Decision-Making Framework for the Development of Interactive Workspaces. American Society of Civil Engineering, International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering, June 17 - 19, 2019 Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA.

Fayomi A., Castronovo F., Akhavian R. (2018) Automating Prescriptive Compliance Process for Building Energy Efficiency Through BIM. Proceedings of the 18th International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality (CONVR), Auckland, New Zealand.

Mastrolembo Ventura S., Castronovo F. (2018) Development of a Framework to Implement Immersive Virtual Reality in the Analysis and Communication of Design Proposals for Public Building Projects: A Case Study. European Conference on Product and Process Modelling 2018. September 12 – 14 2018. Copenhagen, DK.

Castronovo F., Yilmaz S., Rao A., Condori W., Monga K. Gooranomi H. (2018) Work in Progress: Development of a Virtual Reality Educational Game for Waste Management: Attack of the Recyclops. American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference 2018. June 24-27, Salt Lake City, UT.

Kim, H., Yilmaz S., Castronovo, F. (2018) Exploring ecotourism and gender equality through ecofeminism: Concepts and cases. 9th International Scientific Conference on Sustainable Tourism.  April 24-26, Hayward, CA.

Castronovo F., Awad, B. Akhavian R. (2018) Implementation of Virtual Design Reviews in the Generation of As-Built Information. Construction Research Congress 2018. April 2-4, New Orleans, LA.

Castronovo, F., Awad, N. (2017) Video Time Case Study for the Installation of Curtain Wall Systems. Construction Institute (LCI) Congress 2017. October 16-20, Anaheim, CA.

Castronovo, F., Oprean, D., Liu Y., Messner, J. (2017) Application of Immersive Virtual Reality Systems in an Interdisciplinary Design Studio Course. Proceedings of the 17th International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality (CONVR), Crete, GR

Castronovo, F., Leicht, R., Messner, J. (2017) When is a Construction Educational Serious Game Too Serious? Striking a Balance Between Engagement and Learning. Proceedings of the International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering (IWCCE) 2017 Seattle, WA

Castronovo, F., Seed, W., Leicht, R., (2016) Assessment Instrument for Self-Regulated in ILPD. Construction Institute (LCI) Congress 2016, Chicago, IL.

Castronovo, F., Zappe, S., Leicht, R., Messner, J. (2015) Design of a Construction Simulation Educational Game Through a Cognitive Lens. American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference 2015. June 14-17, 2015, Seattle, WA.

Lee, W., Lin, T.H., Castronovo, F., Lin, K.Y. (2014) Serious Games for the Learning and Practices of Hazard Recognition: Understanding the Design Complexity for 3D Construction Site Modeling. Computing in Civil and Building Engineering (2014), American Society of Civil Engineers, 2055–2062.

Castronovo, F., Lee, S., Nikolic, D., Messner, J. I. (2014) Visualization in 4D Construction Management Software: A Review of Standards and Guidelines. Computing in Civil and Building Engineering (2014), American Society of Civil Engineers, 315–322.

Castronovo, F., Nikolic, D., Zappe, S., Leicht, R., Messner, J. (2014) Enhancement of Learning Objectives in Construction Engineering Education: A Step toward Simulation Assessment. Construction Research Congress 2014: pp. 339-348. 

Castronovo, F., Liu, Y., Nikolic, D., Messner, J. (2013) An Evaluation of Immersive Virtual Reality Systems for Design Reviews. Proceedings of the 13th International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality (CONVR), London, U.K.

Jallow, A., Lee, S., Castronovo, F., Zhang, Y., Chunduri, S., and Messner, J. (2013) Process-Based Information Exchanges Mapping for Energy-Efficient Retrofit Projects. Computing in Civil Engineering (2013): pp. 234-241.

Baldwin, M., Xenidis, Y., Castronovo, F., Suwal, S., Denzler, A., Heim, T., Ciribini, Angelo L.C., (2023) Towards a Digital Competency Framework for the Construction Industry. In European Conference on Computing in Construction (EC3). Crete, GR, 2023.

Wu, W., Luo, Y., Castronovo, F., Liang, A., Gomez, F., Kassis, S., Wolcott, A., (2023) Barriers and Pathways to Use Extended Reality in STEM Classrooms: Perspectives of Key Stakeholders. In European Conference on Computing in Construction (EC3). Crete, GR, 2023.

Castronovo F., Ayerra I., Mastrolembo Ventura S., (2021).  A Review of BIM Execution Planning Guides: Identifying The Next Steps In Research.  20th International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality.

Daddino D., Gaedicke C., Castronovo F., Motavalli S., Liguori D. (2020).  Assessing the Effect of Curing Conditions, Specimen Type, and Superabsorbent Polymers in Compressive Strength and Abrasion of Pervious Concrete.  56th Annual Associated Schools of Construction International Conference.

Castronovo F., Schaffer R. (2020)  Lessons Learned from Implementing Virtual Reality in an Introductory Engineering. American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference 2020. June 21 - 21, Montreal, Quebec, CA.

Castronovo F., Oliver J.,  Kaur N. (2020) Measuring Students’ Engagement in Learning Volumes of Revolution when Using Advanced Visualization Media in an Active Learning Environment. American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference 2020. June 21 - 21, Montreal, Quebec, CA.

Reddy Kandi V., Castronovo F., Brittle P. (2020) Application of a Virtual Reality Educational Game to Improve Design Review Skills. Construction Research Congress 2020. March 8-10, Tempe, Arizona.

Castronovo F. (2019) Immersive Virtual Reality in AEC/FM Research Experiences in the Application of VR. Universita’ di Brescia, Brescia, Italy.

Leonard C., Gaedicke C., Castronovo F. (2019) (Submitted 2018) “Mass Timber Construction:  Perceptions of an Emerging Methodology Among San Francisco Bay Area Construction Professionals” 55th Annual Associated Schools of Construction International Conference, Denver, CO.

Hsu B. P-J., Sibal M., Castronovo F., Akhavian R. (Submitted 2018). Exploring the Extent of Organizational Injustice Difference Between Men and Women in the U.S. Construction Industry.  Western Decision Sciences Institute 2019. March 5 - 10, Cabo San Lucas, MX.

Mastrolembo Ventura S., Castronovo F., Ciribini L. C. (Submitted 2018).  A Framework of Measures to Consider When Adopting Virtual Reality in Design Reviews. European Conference on Computing in Construction 2019. July 10 - 12 2019, Chania, Crete, GR.

Castronovo F., Nguyen A., Dinh N. (Submitted 2018).  Design and Development of a Virtual Reality Educational Game for Architectural and Construction Reviews. American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference 2019. June 15 - 19, Tampa, FL.

Castronovo F., Awad N., Akhavian R. (Submitted 2018). Lean Analysis of the Installation of Curtain Wall Systems with Mobile Technology. Consortium of Supply Chain and Operations Management 2019. February 22 – 23 2019, Turlock, CA. 

Castronovo F., Barbosa Silva M., Mastrolembo Ventura S., Akhavian R. (2018) A First Step in Generating a Decision-Making Framework for the Development of Interactive Workspaces. American Society of Civil Engineering, International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering, June 17 - 19, 2019 Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA.

Fayomi A., Castronovo F., Akhavian R. (2018) (Published)  “Automating Prescriptive Compliance Process For Building Energy Efficiency Through BIM”. Proceedings of the 18th International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality (CONVR), Auckland, New Zealand.

Mastrolembo Ventura S., Castronovo F. (2018). Development of a Framework to Implement Immersive Virtual Reality in the Analysis and Communication of Design Proposals for Public Building Projects: A Case Study. European Conference On Product and Process Modelling 2018. September 12 – 14 2018. Copenhagen, DK.

Castronovo F., Yilmaz S., Rao A., Condori W., Monga K. Gooranomi H. (2018) Work in Progress: Development of a Virtual Reality Educational Game for Waste Management: Attack of the Recyclops. American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference 2018. June 24-27, Salt Lake City, UT.

Kim, H., Yilmaz S., Castronovo, F. (2018). Exploring ecotourism and gender equality through ecofeminism: Concepts and cases. 9th International Scientific Conference on Sustainable Tourism.  April 24-26, Hayward, CA.

Castronovo F. Awad, B. (2018). Implementation of Virtual Design Reviews in the Generation of As-Built Information. Construction Research Congress 2018. April 2-4, New Orleans, LA.

Castronovo, F., Awad, N. (2017). “Video Time Case Study for the Installation of Curtain Wall Systems” Construction Institute (LCI) Congress 2017, Anaheim, CA. 

Castronovo, F., Oprean, D., Liu Y., Messner, J. (2017). “Application of Immersive Virtual Reality Systems in an Interdisciplinary Design Studio Course” Proceedings of the 17th International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality (CONVR), Crete, GR

Castronovo, F., Leicht, R., Messner, J. (2017). “When is a Construction Educational Serious Game Too Serious? Striking a Balance Between Engagement and Learning” Proceedings of the International Workshop on Computing in Civil Engineering (IWCCE) 2017 Seattle, WA

Castronovo, F., Seed, W., Leicht, R., (2016). “Assessment Instrument for Self-Regulated in ILPD”. Construction Institute (LCI) Congress 2016, Chicago, IL.

Castronovo, F., Zappe, S., Leicht, R., Messner, J. (2015) Design of a Construction Simulation Educational Game Through a Cognitive Lens. American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference 2015. June 14-17, 2015, Seattle, WA.

Castronovo, F., Lee, S., Nikolic, D., Messner, J. I. (2014). Visualization in 4D Construction Management Software: A Review of Standards and Guidelines. Computing in Civil and Building Engineering (2014), American Society of Civil Engineers.

Castronovo, F., Nikolic, D., Zappe, S., Leicht, R., Messner, J. (2014) Enhancement of Learning Objectives in Construction Engineering Education: A Step toward Simulation Assessment. Construction Research Congress 2014.  

Castronovo, F., Lee, S., and Messner, J. I. (2014). The Virtual Construction Simulator: An Educational Game in Construction Engineering. College of Engineering Research Symposium 2014.

Castronovo, F. (2014). The Virtual Construction Simulator: An Educational Game in Construction Engineering. AEC Hackathon 1.1, 2014.

Castronovo, F., Liu, Y., Nikolic, D., Messner, J. (2013). An Evaluation of Immersive Virtual Reality Systems for Design Reviews. Proceedings of the 13th International Conference on Construction Applications of Virtual Reality, London, U.K.