UrbanGovernance

New issue alert! Issue 4 of Urban Governance — featuring cutting-edge research on collaborative & participatory governance, urban sustainability, infrastructure, public services, housing, and global urban governance challenges. Read now sciencedirect.com/journal/urban-… #UrbanGovernance

Are our ‘age-friendly’ cities truly friendly in everyday life? A new study in #UrbanGovernance shows how social support, physical limitations, finances and coping strategies shape how older residents actually experience age-friendliness. sciencedirect.com/science/articl… #AgefriendlyCity

Can ‘lake rejuvenation’ actually deepen inequality? A new article in #UrbanGovernance shows how restoration projects drive lakeside gentrification—displacing livelihoods while turning commons into elite leisure spaces. #UrbanCommons #GreenGentrification sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

Is the affordable housing crisis linked to weak policies? New research highlights bureaucratic hurdles, limited recycled material use, & calls for targeted subsidies, streamlined admin, & public-private partnerships to boost sustainability & affordability. sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

Many cities declare a climate emergency—but how do they turn words into action? A new article in #UrbanGovernance offers a practical framework linking climate strategy, institutional capacity and citizen engagement, with health at the centre. sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

Rethinking participation in urban planning: a new framework moves beyond the classic ‘ladder’ to spotlight legal obligation, civic attitude, and grassroots activism. Real influence means challenging power, not just checking the box. #UrbanGovernance sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

How do cities thrive? New research in #UrbanGovernance uncovers a virtuous cycle: cooperation among stakeholders boosts their influence and leads to more collaboration. Discover insights from Brazilian cities on creating inclusive urban governance. sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

Exploring how Urban Living Labs drive sustainable urban innovation with the Quintuple Helix Model. A key perspective on integrating academia, industry, gov, civil society & environment for resilient, inclusive smart cities. sciencedirect.com/science/articl… #UrbanGovernance #Innovation

AI is revolutionizing public administration worldwide—but challenges like bias, transparency & accountability remain. Our article in #UrbanGovernance offers a roadmap for ethical, intelligent AI governance in the public sector. sciencedirect.com/science/articl… #AIgovernance #Egovernance

How can fragmented cities tackle today’s biggest challenges? A new study in #UrbanGovernance traces 70 years of metropolitan collaboration, revealing how coalitions, crises, and leadership shape real regional impact. Read 👇sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

Call for Papers! Join us at the 3rd Global Urban Governance and Policy Conference (2nd Round) 📅 June 29-30, 2025 | 📍 Shanghai, China 🎯 Urban Governance Innovation & Sustainable Development in the Era of AI 📌 For more details ciug.sjtu.edu.cn/En/Show?w=118&…

🎉 Congratulations to Naim Kapucu, Yue ‘Gurt’ Ge, Yago Martín, and Zoe Williamson on their article in #UrbanGovernance, now recognized as one of the top-cited open-access articles in #UrbanStudiesandPlanning. sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

📢 The 2024 New Issue of #UrbanGovernance (Volume 4, Issue 2) is out now! sciencedirect.com/journal/urban-…

Call for papers! The 2nd Global Urban Governance and Policy Conference (in Shanghai, China on June 29–30, 2024) is calling for papers on "Urban Innovations, Artificial Intelligence,  and Sustainable Development". Abstract submission deadline: May 15 2024. mp.weixin.qq.com/s/qimM0QRvx8KT…

Exploring the fusion of multiculturalism and public space governance in Australian cities. interesting findings on the evolution of multicultural policies shaping our shared intercultural encounters.👇 sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

"What is the impact of smart city development?" Discover empirical evidence from the Smart City Impact Index, examining economic, environmental, social, and governance pillars. sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

New article alert! 🚨 Delve into the intricate governance of cultural heritage conservation in China. This study explores interaction patterns among government sectors, shedding light on urban conservation and (re)development balance. #Urbangovernance sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

New article: Conceptualising New Form of Volunteering in Urban Governance by H.J.M. Fenger, P.M. Karré, S.N. Blok doi.org/10.1016/j.ugj.… #volunteer @UNVOnline @VolunteeringAus

🦠 Exploring COVID-19 detection methods and community resilience! Our review covers traditional medicine, early detection techniques, wastewater surveillance, and more. Learn about the environmental impact and ongoing prevention measures. sciencedirect.com/science/articl…

Investigating the heart of urban activity! Our research delves into Kumasi's CBD, exploring space use patterns and user behavior. Discover how Ghana's Zoning Guidelines intersect with actual CBD dynamics. #UrbanPlanning sciencedirect.com/science/articl…