Donjeta Zejnullahu Pllana
30/12/2025Veeramani Saikrupa
31/12/2025
Dr. Shikha Patel
Assistant Professor
Academic Biography
Dr Shikha brings extensive experience in research and academia. Her current work focuses on evidence-driven approaches to climate-resilient architecture and urban planning. Through interdisciplinary research and teaching, she aims to advance sustainable, resilient, and equitable built environments.
Academic Qualifications
- PhD in Urban Planning, Qatar University
- Master’s in Architecture (Urban Design), Visvesvaraya Technological University
- Bachelor’s in Architecture, Gujarat University
Professional Memberships
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Member, Council of Architecture (India), 2013 – Present
Teaching Experience
Seotember 2025 - Present
- Assistant Professor
City University Qatar
2023 - 2025
- Research Assistant
Qatar University
2019 - 2020
- Research Assistant
Qatar University
2017 - 2019
- Assistant Professor
BMS School of Architecture, Yelahanka, Bengaluru, India
2015 – 2017
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Assistant Professor
Gopalan School of Architectures and Planning, Bengaluru, India
Research Areas
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Urban heat island
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GIS and remote sensing
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Climate resilience
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Urban planning
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Urban governance
Courses Taught
- Architectural design
- Building techniques
- Architectural communication