A joint research paper by Professor Salaheddin Odeh from the Najjad Zeenni Faculty of Engineering – Al-Quds University, and Dr. Daniel Voskergian, has been published in the prestigious SpringerOpen journal: Journal of Electrical Systems and Information Technology, Volume 12, Article No. 56, on August 4, 2025, under the title:
A framework for model-centric prototyping in cloud mobile application development applied to rationalized energy consumption
This research is a significant contribution in the fields of Software Engineering, Usability Engineering, Model-Centric Prototyping, Cloud Mobile Applications, Energy Efficiency, Behavioral Change Models, and Usability Testing. It presents a prototyping framework for developing cloud-based mobile applications aimed at optimizing energy consumption and promoting sustainable user behavior.
About the Research:
The paper introduces a model-centric prototyping framework that integrates behavioral science with mobile cloud technologies. It incorporates models such as the Heuristic Model, Geller’s Model, and Fogg’s Behavior Model to transform users from passive energy consumers into active participants in conservation.
Key contributions include:
- Utilizing Mobile Cloud Computing (MCC) to offload intensive tasks from mobile devices to the cloud, enhancing both energy efficiency and user experience.
- Developing a user-centered application that integrates with smart devices and cloud services.
- Deriving both functional and non-functional requirements based on behavioral models and stakeholder input.
The system underwent usability testing, achieving an SUS (System Usability Scale) score of 84.6%, which corresponds to an “A” grade, indicating excellent usability and a strong potential for long-term adoption.
Furthermore, the research highlights the system’s potential to align user-level energy savings with broader grid stability and efficiency goals.
Access the Publication: The full article is available through SpringerOpen at:
https://jesit.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/s43067-025-00250-9
