Assist. Prof. Dr Tzu Wen Kuo is a dedicated scholar and practitioner in the field of technological disaster prevention, currently serving as a Lecturer in the Department of Architecture and Urban Design at the Chinese Culture University in Taipei, Taiwan. He is also a practicing architect and an active instructor for architectural license examination preparation, demonstrating a strong commitment to bridging academic knowledge with professional practice. Kuo is presently pursuing his PhD in the Department of Architecture at the National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, where his doctoral research focuses on enhancing safety, resilience, and emergency response mechanisms in built environments.Kuo’s research centers on integrating advanced technologies into disaster prevention frameworks, particularly with respect to fire safety, emergency evacuation, and smart building systems. His scholarly contributions reflect a strong emphasis on simulation-based analysis, digital tools, and mobile-assisted evacuation strategies. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed journal articles, including recent works published in Fire and the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. His studies ranging from QR code-enabled fire rescue notification systems to smartphone-based evacuation guidance and stadium evacuation efficiency—highlight his interdisciplinary approach that combines architecture, information technology, and public safety engineering.Through collaborations with academic and industry experts, Kuo contributes to practical solutions that strengthen building safety management and emergency preparedness across various public infrastructures. His work provides empirical insights that support policymakers, architects, and safety professionals in developing more efficient, technology-enhanced disaster response strategies. With growing citations and recognition in the field, Kuo’s research continues to advance the integration of smart technologies into architectural planning and urban safety systems.
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Featured Publications
1.Yang, C.-H., Lin, C.-Y., & Kuo, T.-W. (2025). Simulation-based assessment of evacuation efficiency in sports stadiums: Insights from case studies. Fire, 8(6), 210.
2.Kuo, T.-W., & Lin, C.-Y. (2025). Smart building technologies for fire rescue: A QR code-enabled notification system. Fire, 8(3), 114..
3.Kuo, T.-W., Lin, C.-Y., Chuang, Y.-J., & Hsiao, G. L.-K. (2022). Using smartphones for indoor fire evacuation. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(10), 6061.