Gabriela’s research explores how artificial intelligence can make buildings smarter, more efficient, and easier to manage. She is developing a framework that uses machine learning to spot unusual behaviour in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, explain what has gone wrong in transparent ways, and suggest adjustments to keep the building running smoothly. Her work focuses on improving control during fault or anomalous conditions, times when buildings are most likely to waste energy or compromise comfort. Using the West Park Teaching Hub at Loughborough University as a case study, the project aims to create tools that facility managers can trust and act on, helping reduce energy waste and support more sustainable building operations.