Event Host: Center for Urban & Regional Analysis (CURA)
Short Description: Cities throughout the US have expanded bicycling infrastructure and numbers are increasing. Yet, mode shares are still in the single digits in most cities, far behind many European cities. Bicycling for transportation can improve the health of people and the livability of communities.
Cities throughout the US have expanded bicycling infrastructure and numbers are increasing. Yet, mode shares are still in the single digits in most cities, far behind many European cities. Bicycling for transportation can improve the health of people and the livability of communities. This talk will highlight findings from recent research on factors that influence people's decisions to bicycle for transportation, with a focus on expanding bicycling among women and children. The research highlighted includes GPS data from over 300 families in Portland, a national survey of large metro areas, an evaluation of separated bike lanes in five cities, and more.
Jennifer Dill is a professor of Urban Studies and Planning at Portland State University and Director of TREC, the Transportation Research and Education Center at PSU.
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