# Robert Amor

> building and construction researcher in New Zealand, computer scientist

**Wikidata**: [Q86376303](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q86376303)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/robert-amor

## Summary
Robert Amor is a New Zealand building and construction researcher and computer scientist who has pioneered the integration of computational methods in construction processes. As a full professor at the University of Auckland since 2012, he has advanced construction informatics through research and supervision of numerous doctoral students.

## Biography
- Born: Date and place not provided
- Nationality: New Zealand
- Education: 
  - Doctor of Philosophy, University of Auckland (1997)
  - Master of Science, Victoria University of Wellington (1990)
  - Bachelor of Science, Victoria University of Wellington (1987, 1986)
- Known for: Research integrating computer science with building and construction
- Employer(s):
  - University of Auckland (2000-present, full professor since 2012)
  - Building Research Establishment (1995-2000, senior researcher)
  - Institute of Coal Chemistry (1992)
- Field(s): Building and construction research, computer science

## Contributions
Robert Amor has conducted pioneering research at the intersection of computer science and building construction. His 1997 doctoral thesis, "A generalised framework for the design and construction of integrated design systems," established his research direction. As a professor at the University of Auckland since 2000, he has supervised at least 8 doctoral students including Johannes Dimyadi, Yanti Andriyani, Xiaofan Chen, Zhenan Feng, David Harrison, Carl Schultz, Amur Al Manji, and Yogeshwar Shastri. His work has contributed to developing computational methods that improve efficiency and effectiveness in construction processes, with applications in building information modeling and construction informatics. His research bridges traditional construction practices with technological innovation.

## FAQs
### Q: What is Robert Amor's primary research focus?
A: Robert Amor is primarily focused on building and construction research with a computer science approach, developing computational methods for building design and construction processes.

### Q: Where does Robert Amor currently work?
A: Robert Amor is employed at the University of Auckland, where he has worked since 2000 and has held the position of full professor since 2012.

### Q: Who was Robert Amor's doctoral advisor?
A: Robert Amor's doctoral advisor was John Hosking, a New Zealand computer scientist.

### Q: What degrees does Robert Amor hold?
A: Robert Amor holds a Doctor of Philosophy from University of Auckland (1997), a Master of Science from Victoria University of Wellington (1990), and two Bachelor of Science degrees from Victoria University of Wellington (1987, 1986).

### Q: How many doctoral students has Robert Amor supervised?
A: Robert Amor has supervised at least 8 doctoral students including Johannes Dimyadi, Yanti Andriyani, Xiaofan Chen, Zhenan Feng, David Harrison, Carl Schultz, Amur Al Manji, and Yogeshwar Shastri.

## Why They Matter
Robert Amor has significantly advanced the field of construction informatics by bridging computer science with building and construction research. His work has contributed to developing computational methods that improve efficiency and effectiveness in construction processes. By supervising numerous doctoral students who have gone on to make their own contributions to the field, he has helped shape the next generation of researchers in this interdisciplinary area. His long-standing position at the University of Auckland since 2000 has established him as a key figure in New Zealand's construction research community, and his integration of technological approaches has brought innovation to traditional construction practices.

## Notable For
- Pioneer in applying computer science methods to building and construction research
- Full professor at University of Auckland since 2012, having joined in 2000
- Developed "A generalised framework for the design and construction of integrated design systems" for his doctoral thesis
- Supervised at least 8 doctoral students in construction informatics
- Former senior researcher at the Building Research Establishment in the UK (1995-2000)

## Body
### Early Career and Education
Robert Amor completed his education at New Zealand institutions, earning two Bachelor of Science degrees from Victoria University of Wellington in 1986 and 1987, followed by a Master of Science from the same institution in 1990. He later obtained his Doctor of Philosophy from University of Auckland in 1997, with his thesis titled "A generalised framework for the design and construction of integrated design systems."

### Research Focus
Amor's research centers on building and construction with a computer science approach, developing computational methods for building design and construction processes. He works at the intersection of these fields, contributing to construction informatics and building information modeling.

### Academic Positions
- Institute of Coal Chemistry (1992)
- Building Research Establishment (1995-2000) as Senior Researcher
- University of Auckland (2000-present) as Professor, Full Professor since 2012

### Supervision and Mentorship
Robert Amor has supervised numerous doctoral students, including:
- Johannes Dimyadi
- Yanti Andriyani
- Xiaofan Chen
- Zhenan Feng
- David Harrison
- Carl Schultz
- Amur Al Manji
- Yogeshwar Shastri

### Academic Identity
- Occupation: Researcher, Computer Scientist
- Spouse: Kathryn Davies
- Aliases: R Amor, Robert W. Amor, Amor, Robert W.
- VIAF ID: 65965295
- ORCID: 0000-0002-4329-9044
- Scopus Author ID: 6603399556
- Dimensions Author ID: 012370323057.76
- John Hosking served as his doctoral advisor

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## References

1. ‘Being’ BIM: An exploration of BIM practice and practitioners
2. [University of Auckland: Eleven New Professors Appointed. University of Auckland. 2012](https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/ED1202/S00001/university-of-auckland-eleven-new-professors-appointed.htm)
3. A generalised framework for the design and construction of integrated design systems
4. [Source](https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4329-9044)
5. [ORCID Public Data File 2023](https://pub.orcid.org/v3.0/0000-0002-4329-9044/employment/960550)
6. [ORCID Public Data File 2023](https://pub.orcid.org/v3.0/0000-0002-4329-9044/employment/8187910)
7. [ORCID Public Data File 2023](https://pub.orcid.org/v3.0/0000-0002-4329-9044/employment/9319638)
8. [Source](http://hdl.handle.net/2292/659)
9. [Source](http://hdl.handle.net/2292/28277)
10. [Source](http://hdl.handle.net/2292/45040)
11. [Source](http://hdl.handle.net/2292/20323)
12. [Source](http://hdl.handle.net/2292/53410)
13. [Robert Amor's Students](https://www.cs.auckland.ac.nz/~trebor/students.htm)
14. [Source](https://doi.org/10.26686/wgtn.16993246)
15. [Source](http://hdl.handle.net/2292/27272)
16. [Source](http://hdl.handle.net/2292/45588)
17. ORCID iD
18. [ORCID Public Data File 2020](https://pub.orcid.org/v3.0_rc1/0000-0002-4329-9044/researcher-urls/469363)
19. [ORCID Public Data File 2020](https://pub.orcid.org/v3.0_rc1/0000-0002-4329-9044/external-identifiers/1329968)
20. [SciGraph](https://scigraph.springernature.com/person.012370323057.76)