Research themes
Smart data, combined with traditional sources, can help researchers better understand a wide range of social and economic patterns and processes. Our research is divided into six categories.
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Labour market
Our research examines how environments shape attainment and skills development, and how the job market and the nature of work are evolving.
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Housing and neighbourhoods
Housing and Neighbourhoods examines where people choose to live, the housing they can access, and the qualities of their neighbourhoods.
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Transport and mobility
Transport is a key urban sector indicator and we use new forms of data to better understand travel behaviour in cities.
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Urban governance
Our research investigates where and how smart data can shape city planning and policymaking on diverse urban issues, such as public transportation, waste management, and social service delivery.
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Urban sustainability
Our research concerns inclusive data innovations that support climate action and enable progress towards the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals.
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Education
We examine how urban educational systems shape attainment, skills development and productivity.
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