1189 | Advances in Micromobility: Research, Practice, and Policy | Oriol Marquet (1); Oriol Roig (1); Alexandra Bretones (1); Jerònia Cubells (1)
In recent years, urban mobility in urban spaces has been transformed by the arrival of personal mobility vehicles and mobility -sharing companies that have broken the triad of active, public and private modes. These new forms of mobility promised great opportunities in the fight against climate emergencies, congestion and transport emissions. However, they also presented major challenges and unknowns in many aspects related to social equity and environmental sustainability. Micromobility has the potential to impact not only transportation systems and the urban form, but also the wellbeing and travel behavior of individuals. Studies have shown that access to convenient and affordable transportation options can improve the quality of life and increase mobility for underserved populations. On the other hand, the proliferation of micromobility vehicles in public spaces has also raised concerns about safety and accessibility. As the use of micromobility grows, it is important for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to come together to discuss the latest developments in the field and to explore the potential impacts and challenges of this emerging mode of transportation. We encourage submissions that examine the relationship between micromobility and wellbeing, including the impacts on physical and mental health, social connections, and quality of life. We are also interested in research that explores how micromobility affects travel behavior, including mode choice, trip purpose and frequency, and the role of micromobility in supporting or disrupting existing travel patterns. Communications with a geographic approach will be highly considered, although experts from a variety of disciplines, including urban planning, public policy, and sociology will also be welcomed. Potential topics include, but are not limited to:
The impacts of micromobility on transportation systems and urban form
Strategies for integrating micromobility into existing transportation networks
User behavior and adoption of micromobility
The social and environmental impacts of micromobility
In terms of methodology, we encourage papers that take an interdisciplinary approach and that consider the potential impacts and challenges of micromobility from a variety of perspectives. Research methods considered for the conference include but are not limited to:
Empirical studies using survey, interview, or observational data
Simulation or modeling studies
Case studies or comparative analysis
Theoretical or conceptual papers that advance our understanding of micromobility
We encourage innovative types of working methodologies, either qualitative or quantitative research. Interdisciplinary approaches bringing together different perspectives will be highly appreciated.
Oriol Marquet (1); Oriol Roig (1); Alexandra Bretones (1); Jerònia Cubells (1)
(1) Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
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