Associate Professor Ben Beck is at the forefront of transforming how we move through our cities, focusing on enhancing the safety and promoting the uptake of active travel. As an engineer working in public health, he has pioneered interdisciplinary approaches that brings together public health, urban and transport planning, engineering, complex systems science, behaviour change and road safety. His research blends cutting-edge methods and data-driven solutions, citizen science (public participation and collaboration in research), whole-of-system approaches and co-design. His research is underpinned by partnering with government, industry, not-for-profit organisations and the community in a model that puts people at the heart of how we create safer streets that encourage healthier, more sustainable, and connected communities. By addressing key challenges in active travel and advocating for evidence-based interventions, Ben is leading the movement toward vibrant, active cities designed for people, not just cars.
2024