TUM Accessibility Planning

The World Urban Forum 12 Egypt will host a session at the German Pavilion on reducing car traffic in city centers featuring Carlos Moreno (Chaire ETI - IAE Paris Sorbonne School), Benjamin Büttner (Technische Universität München), Cecilia Andersson (UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme), and Holger Benz (Landkreis Karlsruhe) will explore innovative governance strategies for less car-dependent urban spaces and discuss the environmental and social benefits of these approaches. This session was organized and will be moderated by Corinna Altenburg (#BMWSB), and Thomas Schönberger (#BBSR) and the German Pavilion is hosted by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH. If you’re passionate about sustainable cities, tune into the livestream or join us in Cairo to be part of this critical conversation on Thursday, November 7, from 09:30-10:15 (GMT+2),! https://lnkd.in/eJ4f4GfA #WUF12 #GermanyAtWUF12

Last week, George Liu PhD had the pleasure of attending the #SharedMobility Fall Masterclass, representing TUM Accessibility Planning, and it was an incredibly enriching experience! From October 22nd to 24th, experts and practitioners gathered to dive deep into the realities, challenges, and innovations in shared mobility. Here's what we explored together: 🚗 Understanding Shared Mobility Users The event kicked off with sessions on understanding the typical shared mobility user and identifying who might be missing. We explored perspectives from both research and on-the-ground insights. It was eye-opening to consider how user demographics shape adoption. 🤝 Stakeholder Mapping & Relationship Building With sessions like the Stakeholder Mapping World Café led by Michael Glotz-Richter, we identified key players in shared mobility: users, municipalities, and operators. This collaborative exercise highlighted each group’s unique needs and success measures. 📍 Experiencing Mobility in Camden A practical challenge on Day 1 tasked us with navigating #Camden using shared mobility options. This activity offered firsthand insights into the barriers to adoption, shaped by regulation, commercialization, and operational issues. It was a fascinating way to bridge theory and practice. 📊 Operational Realities in London On the final day, I presented alongside Julian Scriven, Eléonore Kuentz, and Hal Stevenson about the operational challenges and unique aspects of running shared mobility services in a complex city like London. It was a fantastic opportunity to reflect on what it takes to integrate mobility solutions into the urban fabric effectively. 💼 The Financing Challenge We wrapped up with a thought-provoking discussion with Duncan Robertson on the financial hurdles in shared mobility. From the business case to the role of government funding, this session underlined the importance of partnerships and innovative financing models. Thanks to organizers movmi and LOUD MOBILITY with support from EIT Urban Mobility! 📸 by George Liu PhD

Join us at the World Urban Campaign by UN-Habitat's Scientific Event "Exploring Proximity for the Future of Urban and Territorial Development" at the The American University in Cairo, as part of the World Urban Forum 12 Egypt! This event will bring together experts, researchers, and practitioners to discuss how proximity can transform urban development and address contemporary challenges chaired by Professor Carlos Moreno. Background: Since August 2021, the "New Proximities" research team has hosted monthly webinars, gathering multidisciplinary experts to rethink urban lifestyles through proximity. This approach addresses climate change, economic inequality, and social fragmentation by promoting compact, connected, and inclusive urban spaces. Event Themes: Ecological Transition and Proximity: How can urban proximity promote sustainable living? Economic Resilience through Proximity: Leveraging local economies for stronger communities. Social Inclusion and Urban Proximity: Reducing inequalities and fostering community bonds. We’re especially pleased to announce that Benjamin Büttner and Mohamed Abouelela will lead an interactive workshop on the #FlowersofProximity, diving into creative approaches to urban planning that prioritize proximity-centred accessibility. This event will feature keynote presentations, expert panels, and interactive workshops. It’s an excellent opportunity for researchers, academics, urban planners, and policymakers to engage in dynamic discussions on sustainable urban futures. The outcomes will contribute to the broader World Urban Forum agenda and the #HousingMatters campaign. Register now for free: https://lnkd.in/dDc2RF4n

INVITATION: Final Event of the GOAT 3.0 Research Project After three years of intensive work and exciting developments, the time has come to celebrate the successful conclusion of our mFund project #GOAT 3.0! We are pleased to invite you to our hybrid closing event, where we will present the key outcomes and innovations from the project in German. What can you expect? 🏙️ Insights into the latest features of GOAT 3.0, including accessibility analyses for public transport and cars, as well as innovative indicators such as the #15minuteCity index. 📊 Presentation of selected analyses on nationwide accessibility, small-scale population data, and a nationwide citizen survey. 💬 The opportunity to ask questions and share your thoughts directly with our project team. About the project: Since 2017, we have been developing GOAT in close collaboration with a diverse consortium, led by TUM Accessibility Planning (Technische Universität München), Plan4Better (P4B), the Leibniz-Institut für ökologische Raumentwicklung e. V. (IÖR), Prof. Schaller UmweltConsult GmbH (PSU), and the Münchner VerkehrsVerbund (MVV). Together, we’ve developed numerous new features and analytical tools to promote sustainable urban and transport planning thanks to funding from the Bundesministerium für Digitales und Verkehr. 📅 Date: Thursday, 24.10.2024 🕒 Time: 15:00 – 16:15 CEST 👉 Register now and join us: https://lnkd.in/dxy8Z3BK We look forward to your active participation and an engaging discussion!

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Interested in the potential of Urban Green Instrastructure to turn transport nodes into livable places? Our project "Hubs2Stay" focuses on the role of mobility hubs in transforming transport nodes into livable urban spaces. We explore how green and blue infrastructure can enhance the quality of stay, encouraging active mobility and local stationary activities like relaxing, playing, or working. Building on previous investigations, the project seeks to develop innovative strategies for integrating UGI into these critical urban nodes. Potential research questions include: How does UGI impact mobility behavior and decision-making at transport hubs? What role does green infrastructure play in enhancing the experience of "staying" at mobility nodes? How can urban design foster sustainable, livable spaces at mobility hubs? The Research Training Group “RTG- Urban Green Infrastructure - Training Next Generation Professionals for Integrated Urban Planning Research” is looking for passionate and talented researchers to help shape the future of sustainable, climate-resilient cities. Through interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research, we aim to develop innovative approaches to liveable urban spaces by leveraging green infrastructure (UGI). At the Technische Universität München (TUM), we are offering twelve Doctoral Candidate positions (m/f/x) (0.75 or 1.0 proportion, limited to three years, Entg.-Gr. TV-L) starting April 1, 2025. These positions are funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) - German Research Foundation and are part of our larger research training program. Interested? See https://lnkd.in/gQCz5Dqs for more information. Send us your informative application documents (letter of motivation, CV, certificates) including a brief description of your previous activities as a single PDF file (file name: reference number Research Topic_Lastname.Firstname.pdf) by 15.11.2024 to rtg.lapl@ls.tum.de. For technical and organizational questions about the Research Training Group, please contact the spokesperson: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Stephan Pauleit; for research-specific questions, feel free to reach out to Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gebhard Wulfhorst. Join us in reimagining sustainable urban mobility through green infrastructure!

What if we redesign children's toys to inspire them to a human-friendly city? We keep feeding our children with cars, cars, cars. It's no surprise they grow up thinking that cars are their life goal. Check at the iconic city playmat: it doesn't even have sidewalks! That's why we created a people-friendly upgrade for the playmat. It now features more space for people, accessible public transport, pedestrian & cycling infrastructure, shared mobility hubs, parks, and local shops. Explore and get the design files: https://lnkd.in/esPH-t4s I loved working on this initiative with: Maksymilian Malicki Helina Tähtla Antti Hinkula Katriin Loorents

On a random Tuesday afternoon in October, around 14:00, you can witness the diversity of people moving in Aalborg, Denmark. This example shows what motivates our research on #MobilityJustice. It drives us to achieve social inclusion, enabling people with diverse needs, experiences and perspectives to move through and enjoy the city. At Aalborg University, María José Zúñiga Solórzano, Matthias Grundei and David Duran Rodas attended a PhD course titled “The Anatomy of Mobility Justice”, led by two renowned researchers in the field, Ole B. Jensen and Mimi Sheller. Thank you, Mimi and Ole, for expanding our viewpoint and inspiring us to continue the mission of the Research Group on Mobility Justice at Technische Universität München in addressing mobility injustices.

👋 Let’s give a warm welcome to Lea S. Z.! 👋 We are excited to announce that Lea has joined the Chair of Urban Structure and Transport Planning as our newest research associate! Though new to the role, Lea is no stranger to the team – she has been a valuable asset during her time as a student assistant, contributing to various projects while completing her degree in Environmental Engineering at Technische Universität München, including her work at TUM openLAB Urban Mobility. In her new role, Lea will focus on the projects InclusiveSpaces and PRIMA, working towards creating inclusive and just mobility solutions through increased participation and collaborations with diverse communities. We are also thrilled to welcome Niya Lafazanska to the team! Niya joins us as a student assistant and will be working closely with Lea and David Duran Rodas on InclusiveSpaces. We’re looking forward to the great contributions they will bring to our mission of fostering accessible and equitable urban mobility!

👋Welcoming guest researcher Jedwin Mok from University of Toronto and Urban Cycling Institute to Technical University of Munich!👋 His research primarily focuses on multimodal accessibility in transit networks, particularly centered around first-last mile accessibility to rapid transit. In collaboration with George Liu PhD, CityUX, and EIT Urban Mobility, this research has culminated in the creation of the popular “Navigating Urban Transit” Youtube series on EIT Urban Mobility - Urban Mobility Explained (UMX), under Jedwin’s direction. More recently, his fellowship thesis “Understanding the Drivers of Transit Construction Costs in Canada: A Comparative Study” uses a global lens to analyze disparities in transport infrastructure construction costs - proposing a new way forward for cities experiencing infrastructure deficits. Looking forward to more excellent collaboration - and looking forward to more great contributions to inclusive, accessible urban mobility! #UofT 🤝 #TUM