Future of cities: science of cities

The report provides a comprehensive analysis of the future of UK cities, focusing on long-term urban development and research priorities towards 2065, considering aspects like living, work, urban form, infrastructure, governance, and the interdependencies between them.

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Quick Facts
Report location: source
Language: English
Publisher: UK Government Office for Science
Publication date: April 16, 2016
Authors: Chris Rogers, Corinne Swain, Greg Clark, Lead Expert Group, Rachel Cooper, Ron Martin, Sir Alan Wilson, Steve Rayner, Tim Stonor
Time horizon: 2040 - 2065
Geographic focus: United Kingdom
Page count: 42

Methods

The research method involved commissioning papers and essays, conducting futures workshops, and collaborating with over 20 cities. The evidence base includes peer-reviewed working papers, essays, and workshop reports, which were used to understand urban futures and inform research directions.

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Key Insights

The report examines the future of UK cities up to 2065, exploring the science of cities and identifying research priorities. It reviews evidence on living in cities, urban economies, metabolism, form, infrastructure, and governance. The report emphasizes the need for interdisciplinary research, systems analytics, and scenario development to inform policy and planning, addressing challenges such as sustainability, resilience, adaptability, and social disparities.

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