CITIES
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Knowledge on Urban Environments
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Urban Mobility and Transportation Systems:
Exploring the relationships between urban design, transportation infrastructure, and mobility behaviors, this area investigates how transportation planning can enhance accessibility and equity in urban environments. - Sustainable Urban Development:
Research in this scope examines practices, policies, and innovations that promote sustainable urban growth, focusing on environmental, social, and economic dimensions. - Social Equity and Justice in Urban Contexts:
This area addresses socio-economic inequalities within urban settings, emphasizing the impacts on marginalized communities and the importance of inclusive urban policies. - Urban Resilience and Adaptation:
Focusing on how cities can adapt to climate change and other shocks, this research area looks at resilience strategies, governance frameworks, and community engagement. - Urban Health and Well-being:
Exploring the connections between urban environments and health outcomes, this area investigates how urban design, green spaces, and social infrastructure contribute to community well-being. - Participatory Governance and Urban Planning:
Research in this domain emphasizes the role of citizen engagement, participatory planning processes, and collaborative governance in shaping urban policies and initiatives. - Digital Transformation in Urban Management:
This scope focuses on the implications of digital technologies for urban governance, including smart city initiatives, data-driven decision-making, and the role of social media in urban engagement. - Cultural and Historical Dimensions of Urban Spaces:
Investigating how cultural heritage, identity, and historical contexts shape urban development, this area looks at the interplay between place, community, and urban transformation.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of COVID-19 on Urban Dynamics:
Research examining the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on urban mobility, social structures, and public health has surged, prompting new discussions on resilience and recovery strategies. - Nature-Based Solutions and Urban Green Infrastructure:
There is an increasing focus on integrating nature into urban planning, with studies exploring the benefits of green spaces, urban forests, and biodiversity in enhancing urban resilience and quality of life. - Smart Cities and Digital Governance:
The rise of smart city initiatives has led to a growing body of research on digital governance, data analytics, and the role of technology in urban management and citizen engagement. - Gentrification and Urban Displacement:
As urban areas continue to evolve, there is heightened interest in understanding the dynamics of gentrification, its impacts on communities, and the policies needed to mitigate displacement. - Urban Climate Adaptation Strategies:
Research on adaptive urban planning and strategies to combat climate change is gaining momentum, focusing on how cities can implement effective resilience measures. - Social Justice in Urban Development:
Emerging studies increasingly address issues of social equity, inclusivity, and justice in urban development, reflecting a broader societal emphasis on equitable urban policies. - Mobility as a Service (MaaS):
The concept of Mobility as a Service is gaining traction, with research exploring its implications for urban transport systems, equity, and sustainability. - Participatory Urban Governance:
There is a growing trend towards participatory governance models that engage citizens in decision-making processes, enhancing transparency and community involvement in urban planning.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Urban Planning Theories:
There has been a noticeable decline in publications strictly adhering to classical urban planning theories, as contemporary research increasingly embraces interdisciplinary approaches that incorporate social, environmental, and technological factors. - Static Models of Urban Growth:
Research employing static models to analyze urban growth patterns has decreased, as scholars now prefer dynamic and data-driven methodologies that account for real-time changes and complexities in urban environments. - Single-Factor Analyses:
Papers focusing exclusively on single factors influencing urban issues (e.g., only economic or only environmental impacts) are becoming less common, with a trend toward more holistic and integrated approaches. - Regional Comparisons without Contextual Nuance:
Research that compares urban areas without considering local contexts and specific socio-cultural factors is declining, as there is a growing recognition of the need for context-sensitive analyses.
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