Invited Talk on "Mobility and Healthy Aging in Urban Environments" in ‘Citizen Collective’ Series in Delft University of Technology (TU Delft)

Description of impact

This virtual presentation for the prestigious 'Citizen Collective' Series at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) explored the critical relationships between urban mobility patterns and healthy aging. The talk examined how urban environments influence older adults' movement behaviors, social connections, and overall wellbeing. I presented research findings on how urban design, transportation infrastructure, and neighborhood characteristics shape mobility opportunities for aging populations, with implications for promoting active aging and age-friendly city development.

Reach: International (Netherlands-based institution with global academic audience)

Beneficiaries:
- Urban planning and design researchers
- Academic community at TU Delft
- Students in urban studies, planning, and related fields
- Architecture and urban design professionals
- Public health researchers focused on environmental determinants
- Policy makers concerned with aging populations and urban mobility

Type of Impact:
- International knowledge exchange between research institutions
- Cross-disciplinary dialogue on mobility and aging
- Contribution to TU Delft's 'Citizen Collective' discourse on inclusive urban environments
- Exposure of research to new international academic networks
- Potential influence on research directions and collaborations

This engagement activity demonstrates international academic knowledge exchange and contributes to scholarly discourse on the important societal challenge of supporting aging populations through thoughtful urban design and mobility planning.

Impact date	2 Jun 2022
Category of impact	Stakeholder Activity, Training Delivery