Public Lecture | The Psychology of Cities: Building Regenerative and Stewardship-Oriented Urban Futures
Public Lecture | The Psychology of Cities: Building Regenerative and Stewardship-Oriented Urban Futures
10
Apr
The Public Lecture “The Psychology of Cities: Building Regenerative and Stewardship-Oriented Urban Futures” will take place on 10 April at the Don Bosco Auditorium.
About the Talk:
Cities are more than just infrastructure—they are lived spaces shaped by human psychology. This talk explores how psychological insights influence urban experiences, social cohesion, and sustainability. It examines how cities can cultivate stewardship among communities, where citizens actively contribute to regeneration and resilience. The discussion will provide a forward-looking perspective on designing cities that not only support well-being but also inspire responsibility and collective action in urban life.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Samuel Chng is Research Assistant Professor at the Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities (LKYCIC) at the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD). He concurrently heads the Urban Psychology Lab and the DezignZ Positive City Lab. Samuel studies how people move, adapt, and navigate change in cities. As an applied social psychologist, his research has informed policies and interventions related to the transition to sustainable mobility, climate resilience, and well-being in cities.
Dr. Sarah Chan is Chan Heng Chee Research Fellow at the Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities (LKYCIC) at the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD). As an environmental psychologist, she studies the interactions between people and their natural, built, and digital environments. From urban heat to virtual reality, her research explores the co-benefits and trade-offs between urban development, technological innovation, environmental sustainability, and human well-being.
Details:
Date: Thursday, 10 April 2025
Time: 7: 00 pm – 8: 30 pm (GMT+8)
Location: Don Bosco Auditorium, Ilha Verde Campus
Language: English
Organised by Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Moderated by Prof. Nuno Soares
