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This project is a global, multi-institutional, transdisciplinary, open science initiative providing evidence-based spatial and urban policy indicators to advocate for and track progress towards healthy and sustainable cities for all (see more). Publications 4-9 below are part of The Lancet Global Health Series on Urban Design, Transport, and Health.

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Cities & Health, 1-22

Determinants and indicators of healthy, climate resilient cities: a scoping review.

Soleimani Roudi, A., Higgs, C., Gunn, L., Butt, A., Adlakha, D., Resendiz, E., Turner, R., & Lowe, M.

Geographical Analysis

Internationally validated open access indicators of large public urban green space for healthy and sustainable cities

Turner, R., Higgs, C., Heikinheimo, V., Hunter, R., Vargas, J. C. B., Liu, S., Resendiz, E., Boeing, G., Adlakha, D., Schifanella, R., Rosa, G. L., Pugacheva, D., Chen, R., Poor, M. B., Molina‐García, J., Queralt, A., Puig‐Ribera, A., Del Pozo, P. S., Garza, C., . . . Lowe, M.

Environment and Planning B: Urban Analytics and City Science, 0(0)

Global Healthy and Sustainable City Indicators: Collaborative development of an open science toolkit for calculating and reporting on urban indicators internationally

Higgs, C., Lowe, M., Giles-Corti, B., Boeing, G., Delclòs-Alió, X., Puig-Ribera, A., Adlakha, D., Liu, S., Borello Vargas, J. C., Castillo-Riquelme, M., Jafari, A., Molina-García, J., Heikinheimo, V., Queralt, A., Cerin, E., Resendiz, E., Singh, D., Rodriguez, S., Suel, E., … Alderton, A.

Cities, 155, 105340

Commentary: A road map for future data-driven urban planning and environmental health research

Dyer, G. M. C., Khomenko, S., Adlakha, D., Anenberg, S., Angelova, J., Behnisch, M., Boeing, G., Chen, X., Cirach, M., de Hoogh, K., Diez Roux, A. V., Esperon-Rodriguez, M., Flueckiger, B., Gasparrini, A., Iungman, T., Khreis, H., Kondo, M. C., Masselot, P., McDonald, R. I., . . . Nieuwenhuijsen, M.

Global Healthy and Sustainable City Indicator Study Collaboration

25 Cities spatial indicators datasets

Higgs, C., Liu, S., Boeing, G., Arundel, H., Lowe, M, Adlakha, D., Cerin, E., Hinckson, E., Sallis, J.F., Salvo, D., Vernez Moudon, A., & Giles-Corti, B.

Healthy and Sustainable City Indicators Report Series

Comparisons with 25 cities internationally

Higgs, C., Lowe, M., Adlakha, D., Arundel, J., Boeing, G., Cerin, E., Hinckson, E., Liu, S., Moudon, A.V., Sallis, J.F., Salvo, D., & Giles-Corti, B.

Global Observatory of Healthy and Sustainable Cities. 2023

Global Healthy and Sustainable City Indicators software

Higgs, C., Liu, S., Boeing, G., Arundel, J., Lowe, M., Adlakha, D., Resendiz, E., Heikinheimo, V., Giles-Corti, B., Delclòs-Alió, X., Puig-Ribera, A., Vargas, J.C.B., Castillo-Riquelme, M., Jafari, A., Molina-García J, Queralt, A., Cerin, E., Suel, E., Domínguez-Mallafré, M., . . . Hernandez-Alcaraz, C.

The Global Observatory of Healthy and Sustainable Cities

Indicators to Inform Urban Planning Worldwide

Adlakha, D., Resendiz, E., Vernez Moudon, A., Sallis, J., Higgs, C., Giles Corti, B., Salvo, D., Cerin, E., Boeing, G., Liu, S., & Lowe, M.

Not according to plan: A novel, transdisciplinary methodology to evaluate climate action plans in cities

Cities are formulating Climate Action Plans (CAPs) with pledges to reduce emissions and achieve net-zero status. Such plans could deliver significant benefits, however, there is currently no systematic, validated approach to assess the quality of CAPs. Without systematic evaluation, CAPs will remain merely aspirational documents, having no clear way to ensure intended climate and societal impacts. This project will develop a novel method to systematically evaluate CAPs at the intersection of environmental, economic, social, health, and behavioural sciences. This transdisciplinary approach will enable a comparative global-scale analysis of CAPs, contributing to scientific breakthroughs in climate action and accountability worldwide.

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Beyond ‘business as usual’: Assessing the scope of climate action plans to lower current emissions trajectories

Cities are at the forefront of the climate crisis—both as key contributors to greenhouse gas emissions and as communities disproportionately affected by its health and economic consequences. Climate Action Plans (CAPs) are vital tools for cities to align with global climate targets, but many have yet to translate ambition into measurable outcomes. The transport sector is a major barrier to progress: passenger vehicles alone account for half of all transport emissions, with global demand expected to triple by 2050. This project examines the effectiveness of CAPs, with a focus on how cities are addressing transport-related emissions and their implications for public health. Through a comparative analysis of CAPs across North America, Europe, and the Global South, we aim to identify strengths, gaps, and best practices to accelerate climate and health co-benefits in urban environments.

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Supporting Participation and Accessibility for Children with a disability or a chronic disease through Empowering infrastructure Solutions in urban physical space (SPACES)

Launching in January 2026, the interdisciplinary SPACES project will design interventions and strategies to empower children with disabilities and chronic conditions to participate meaningfully in outdoor play and sports within urban public spaces. Acknowledging that most cities are not designed with inclusivity in mind, the project will identify physical and social barriers, co-create solutions with children and stakeholders, and implement them in Living Labs in Utrecht. An interactive community platform will also be developed to share knowledge, tools, and best practices for inclusive urban design

SPACES is one of six initiatives funded under the NWO-KIC call Breaking barriers for an inclusive living environment Led by Utecht University, this consortium includes a wide network of partners such as the HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, UMC Utrecht/Wilhelmina Children’s Hospital (WKZ) , Municipality of UtrechtLiving Labs Merwede and Cartesius, and societal partners such as INK, YALP, MUST, Speelnatuur, Empower Mij Projecten, Stichting het Gehandicapte Kind, and Sport Utrecht.

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Physical Activity and Neighbourhood Design for Adolescents in Saudi Arabia (PANDA)

This project investigates how built environment factors influence physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and obesity among adolescents aged 12–18 in Jeddah. In response to high rates of physical inactivity among Saudi youth, it employs adapted, validated surveys alongside GIS-based measures of neighbourhood walkability, playability, and pedestrian accessibility. By studying adolescent-parent pairs from neighbourhoods with diverse socioeconomic status, the project aims to generate evidence that informs policies and urban planning strategies to create healthier environments tailored to Saudi Arabia’s context.

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Completed Projects

Less Netflix, More Nature!

Unlocking the Potential of Green Social Prescriptions to Reduce Health Inequity and Strengthen Environmental Sustainability

Spending time in green spaces—such as parks, gardens, and natural landscapes—has been shown to improve physical and mental health and encourage more sustainable lifestyles. However, many people, especially in disadvantaged communities, have faced barriers to access due to safety concerns, time constraints, and limited availability. This project examined how Green Social Prescriptions (GSPs)—structured programs like nature walks, community gardening, and forest bathing—can help bridge this gap by providing equitable, supported ways to connect with nature. In collaboration with partners across Australia, the UK, and the US, the team explored the types of GSPs available, who they serve, and their accessibility, acceptability, and affordability for those who could benefit most. Bringing together expertise from environmental epidemiology, psychology, public health, clinical care, and landscape architecture, the project worked closely with government, health, and community organisations to build an evidence base and develop practical guidance to scale up inclusive, nature-based solutions advancing health equity and environmental sustainability.

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Health & Social Care in the Community

Barriers to Participation in Nature Prescriptions: Evidence from a cross-sectional survey of adults in Australia, India, Singapore, the United Kingdom and the United States

Kondo, M., Adlakha, D., Marselle, M., Odell, N., Olcon, K., Deutsch, K., Feng, X., Hipp, J.A., & Astell-Burt, T.

Journal of Healthy Eating and Active Living. 4(3), 141-161

Factors influencing the likelihood of participation in green social prescriptions in an international sample

Odell, N.E., Adlakha, D., Olcoń, K., Kondo, M., Astell-Burt, T., Feng, X., & Hipp, J.A.

Health & Place, 90, 103331

Contact with nature, nature prescriptions, and loneliness: Evidence from an international survey of adults in Australia, India, Singapore, the United Kingdom, and the United States

Astell-Burt, T., Kondo, M., Pritchard, T., Olcon, K., Hipp, J. A., Adlakha, D., Pappas, E., & Feng, X.

Heart, Lung and Circulation

Need and Interest in Nature Prescriptions to Protect Cardiovascular and Mental Health: A Nationally-Representative Study With Insights for Future Randomised Trials

Astell-Burt, T., Hipp, J. A., Gatersleben, B., Adlakha, D., Marselle, M., Olcoń, K., . . . Feng, X.

From Green to GrEEEn

Utilizing an environmental justice lens and earth science data to enhance greenspace Equity, Exposure, and Experience

This NASA-funded project leveraged earth science data and an environmental justice framework to better understand and enhance greenspace access in underserved urban communities. Centered on Camden and Jersey City, New Jersey, USA, it examined greenspace equity, exposure, and experience—assessing whether green areas were fairly distributed, visible, and of high quality for all residents. By integrating satellite imagery, remote sensing, and community engagement methods such as surveys and focus groups, the project co-developed innovative tools for mapping and analyzing greenspace justice. Its aim was to inform more equitable planning and policy, empower community decision-making, and ensure NASA’s earth science resources were accessible and actionable for environmental justice communities.

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Urban Forestry & Urban Greening, 101, 128493

Unveiling environmental justice in two US cities through greenspace accessibility and visible greenness exposure

Rahman, M. S., Meenar, M., Labib, S. M., Howell, T., Adlakha, D., & Woodward, B.

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(3), 1448

“Green Enough Ain’t Good Enough:” Public Perceptions and Emotions Related to Green Infrastructure in Environmental Justice Communities

Meenar, M., Heckert, M., & Adlakha, D.

Healthy and Active Ageing

Environmental and social supports for older adults in Colombia

This project explored how urban environments can better support healthy and active ageing across diverse cultural and geographic contexts, focusing on older adults in Colombia. It examined how cities can enable ageing in place through inclusive design, access to essential services, and support for social participation and a sense of place. Using participatory and experiential methods—including photo diaries, walk-along interviews, and community mapping—the project involved older adults as co-designers of age-friendly environments. Building on international collaborations, the work aimed to inform planning and policy approaches that advance dignity, wellbeing, and inclusion in later life, particularly in the Global South.

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Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 32(1), 91-106

Adaptation of the Recreovía during COVID-19 lockdowns: Making physical activity accessible to older adults in Bogotá, Colombia

González, S.A., Adlakha, D., Cabas, S., Sánchez-Franco, S.C., Rubio, M.A., Ossa, N., Martínez, P.A., Espinosa, N., & Sarmiento, O.L.

International Journal for Equity in Health, 24(1), 145

Quality of life, mental health and social relationships among older adults participating in the Recreovía physical activity community program

Wagner-Gutiérrez, N., Gonzalez, S. A., Rubio, M. A., Sánchez-Franco, S., Palencia-Pérez, L., Blanco, M., Adlakha, D., Aguirre-Patiño, J. S., Ossa, N., Vietto, G., Suárez, D., & Sarmiento, O. L.

COVID-19, Cities, and Health

This collection of research and public writing explores how urban environments and physical activity intersect with infectious disease resilience, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. The articles present growing evidence that neighbourhoods designed to support walking, recreation, and active transport can help mitigate both infectious diseases like COVID-19 and long-standing non-communicable diseases. They call for a global public health research agenda that prioritises physical activity as a critical policy lever, especially in pandemic contexts. The work highlights how public health restrictions shaped mobility, and why urban density—when paired with access to greenspace and active infrastructure—can be health-promoting, even during crises. Spanning peer-reviewed studies, infographics, and editorials, this body of work advocates for equitable, activity-friendly urban design as a foundation for healthier, more resilient cities.

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Cities and Health. 8(4), 544–553

Growing evidence that physical activity-supportive neighbourhoods can mitigate infectious and non-communicable diseases

Adlakha, D., Higgs, C., & Sallis, J. F.

Journal of Sport and Health Science, 12(5), 553-556

Public health research on physical activity and COVID-19: Progress and updated priorities

Sallis, J.F., Adlakha, D., Oyeyemi, A., & Salvo, D.

PLoS ONE, 16(12): e0260919

The effect of different COVID-19 public health restrictions on mobility: A systematic review

Tully, M. A., McMaw, L., Adlakha, D., Blair, N., McAneney, J., McAneney, H., et al.

Infographic—Activity-friendly neighbourhoods can benefit non-communicable and infectious diseases

Adlakha, D. & Sallis, J.F.

Urban Design and Health in Global South Contexts

This body of work highlights how urban design, social inequality, and structural conditions shape physical activity and health outcomes across cities in the Global South. From the unequal access to active transport programs in Bogotá to the constraints of necessity-driven movement in low-income communities, these studies call for context-specific, equity-focused planning. They examine how city planning can support healthier, more inclusive environments in rapidly urbanising regions, and propose the concept of “physical activity security” as a public health imperative. By integrating insights from Latin America, Africa, and Asia, the research provides a critical Global South lens on implementing the WHO physical activity guidelines, designing health-supportive environments, and strengthening the role of urban health in city planning.

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Annual Review of Public Health, 44, 151–169

When moving is the only option: The role of necessity versus choice for understanding and promoting physical activity in low- and middle-income countries

Salvo, D., Jáuregui, A., Adlakha, D., Sarmiento, O.L., & Reis, R.

Cities & Health

Asian city prospects for planning and urban health

Liu, J., Adlakha, D., Thomas, Y., Banerjee, S., Yongsi, B.N., Jayasinghe, S.

British Journal of Sports Medicine, 54(24), 1447

Making the case for ‘physical activity security’: The 2020 WHO guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour from a Global South perspective

Lambert, E.V., Kolbe-Alexander, T., Adlakha, D., Oyeyemi, A., Anokye, N. K., Goenka, S., Mogrovejo, P., & Salvo, D.

Journal of Urban Health

Geographic distribution of the Ciclovia and Recreovia Programs by neighborhood SES in Bogotá: How unequal is the geographic access assessed via distance-based measures?

Parra, D.C., Adlakha, D., Pinzon, J.D., Van Zandt, A., Brownson, R.C. & Gomez, L.F.

Healthy Environments and Active Living in India (HEAL-India)

This programme of research examines how urban environments in India can be reimagined to promote healthier and more active lifestyles. It explores the rise of cycling and active mobility in Indian cities, the importance of inclusive street design in reclaiming public space and built environment factors that influence physical activity in low- and middle-income settings. Grounded in both local experience and global research, the work advocates for people-centered urban planning that prioritises walking, cycling, and equitable access to safe, vibrant public spaces across Indian cities

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Everyday Streets: Inclusive approaches to understanding and designing streets

Reclaiming streets for people in India

Adlakha, D.

Physical activity in low- and middle-income countries

Case study from Asia: Push for pedal power: Urban mobility and the rise of bicycling in Indian cities

Adlakha, D., & Felix, J.

PLOS ONE, 15(3), e0230454

Built environment correlates of physical activity in low-and-middle income countries: A systematic review

Elshahat, S., O’Rorke, M., & Adlakha, D.

Global Observatory of Physical Activity (GoPA)

GoPA! is a global organization consisting of physical activity researchers, epidemiologists, public health policy makers and practitioners that catalogues and analyzes global data on physical activity and health. The Global Observatory for Physical Activity was formed in response to the urgent call to action raised by the 2012 Lancet Physical Activity Series.

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Journal of Physical Activity and Health

Status and Trends of Physical Activity Surveillance, Policy, and Research in 164 Countries: Findings From the Global Observatory for Physical Activity—GoPA! 2015 and 2020 Surveys

Varela, A.R., Hallal, P.C., Grueso, J.M., Pedišić, Z., Salvo, D., Nguyen, A., Klepac, B., Bauman, A., Siefken, K., Hinckson, E., Oyeyemi, A. L., Richards, J., Khidir, E.D.S., Inoue, S., Amagasa, S., Jauregui, A., da Silva, M. C., Lee, I. M., Ding, M., . . . Pratt, M.

Physical Activity & Regeneration of Connswater (PARC)

A natural experiment investigating the impact of urban regeneration on public health

The PARC Study examined how large-scale urban regeneration—in this case, the Connswater Community Greenway in Belfast—impacted public health behaviors, particularly physical activity. Using a natural experiment design, the study combined before-and-after community surveys, GIS-measured changes in walkability and environment, interviews with residents and stakeholders, and cost-effectiveness analysis. Anchored in socio-ecological and RE-AIM frameworks, the research measured how regeneration efforts influenced the proportion of residents meeting UK physical activity guidelines and assessed the broader community and policy implications.

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Sustainability, 14(3):1873

Assessing the impact of a new urban greenway using mobile, wearable technology-elicited walk- and bike-along interviews

Adlakha, D., Tully, M.A., & Mansour, P.

International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, 18, 142

Investigating the physical activity, health, wellbeing, social and environmental effects of a new urban greenway: A natural experiment (the PARC study)

Hunter, R. F., Adlakha, D., Cardwell, C., Cupples, M. E., Donnelly, M., Ellis, G., Gough, A., Hutchinson, G., Kearney, T., Longo, A., Prior, L., McAneney, H., Ferguson, S., Johnston, B., Stevenson, M., Kee, F., & Tully, M. A.

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(19), 10360

Individual characteristics associated with active travel in low and high income groups in the UK

Lawlor, E., Hunter, R.F., Adlakha, D., Frank, K., & Tully, M.A.

Age-friendly Cities

This body of work explores the design of age-friendly cities in low- and middle-income countries. Using both quantitative and qualitative methods, the research examines how neighbourhood environments—especially access to green spaces, opportunities for intergenerational engagement, and social supports—impact physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and overall wellbeing among older adults. The studies highlight gender and cultural differences in ageing experiences, the importance of person-environment fit, and the role of inclusive urban design in promoting active, dignified ageing in rapidly urbanising contexts.

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Working with Older People, 29(2), 191-195

Social engagement is associated with sedentary time in older males but not females living in India: analysis of a cross-sectional survey

Dogra, S., & Adlakha, D.

Planning Theory and Practice

Designing intergenerational communities: Next steps for age-friendly cities in the Global South

Adlakha, D., Sarmiento, O.L., & Franco, S.S.

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(4), 1491

Designing age-friendly communities: Exploring qualitative perspectives on urban green spaces and ageing in two Indian megacities

Adlakha, D., Chandra, M., Krishna, M., Smith, L. & Tully, M.A.

Psychology and Developing Societies, 32(2), 254-277

Neighbourhood supports for active ageing in urban India

Adlakha, D., Krishna, M. Woolrych, R., & Ellis, G.

The Empathic City: An Urban Health and Wellbeing Perspective. S.M.A.R.T. Environments

Assessing the Person-Environment Fit Framework for Active Ageing

MacCarthy, D., Silva, C., & Adlakha, D.

Emerging Technologies

Assessing Physical Activity with Webcams and Crowdsourcing

This body of research explores how emerging technologies—such as mobile apps, big data, webcams, and crowdsourcing—can be leveraged to understand and promote active living in urban environments. Studies include innovative approaches like analysing physical activity patterns through public webcams and crowd-annotated images, as well as examining how location-based games like Pokémon GO motivate movement and engagement with public spaces. By integrating technology and urban health research, this work offers new tools for cities to monitor, design, and encourage healthier, more active lifestyles.

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JMIR Serious Games, 5(4), e21

Examining motivations to play Pokémon GO and their influence on perceived outcomes and physical activity

Marquet, O., Alberico, C., Adlakha, D., & Hipp, J. A.

Cities & Health, 1(1), 89-94

Pokémon GO or Pokémon Gone: How can cities respond to trends in technology inking people and space?

Adlakha, D., Marquet, O., Hipp, J.A., & Tully, M.A.

Frontiers in Public Health, 5(105):

Quantifying the modern city: Emerging technologies and big data for active living research

Adlakha, D.

Frontiers in Public Health, 2(41)

Use of emerging technologies to assess differences in outdoor physical activity in St. Louis, Missouri

Adlakha, D., Budd, E. L., Gernes, R., Sequeira, S., & Hipp, J. A.

Seeing Cities through Big Data: Research, Methods and Applications in Urban Informatics-Proceedings of NSF-sponsored Workshop on Big Data and Urban Informatics (p. 471-490).

Learning from outdoor webcams: Surveillance of physical activity across environments

Hipp, J.A., Adlakha, D., Eyler, A.A., Gernes, R., Kargol, A., Stylianou, A., & Pless, R.

“Can We Walk?"

Environmental supports for physical activity in India

This project examined how urban environments in India affect physical activity, emphasizing walkability, active commuting, and connections to health outcomes such as obesity. Based on research in Chennai and other cities, it explored gender and socioeconomic differences, as well as the influence of necessity versus choice on transport-related activity. The project also adapted walkability measurement tools tailored to Indian contexts. Its findings identified key environmental supports and barriers to walking, providing evidence to guide urban design and public health policies aimed at fostering healthier, more active lifestyles amid India’s rapid urbanization.

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Cities & Health—Special Issue on Asian City Futures: Spatial Form and Health, 1-9

Built environment correlates of overweight and obesity in Chennai, India

Adlakha, D., Brownson, R.C., & Hipp, J.A.

Journal of Transport & Health, 18, 100875

Mind the gap: Gender differences in walkability, transportation and physical activity in urban India

Adlakha, D. & Parra, D.C.

Journal of Physical Activity and Health-Proceedings of the 7th International Society for Physical Activity and Health Congress, 15(S1), S1-s249

Is physical activity in middle-income countries driven by necessity or choice? Exploring the roles of motor-vehicle ownership and socioeconomic status on transport-based physical activity in Cuernavaca, Mexico, and Chennai, India

Salvo, D., Adlakha, D., Hipp, A., Brownson, R., & Pratt, M.

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 15(9), 1840

Exploring neighbourhood environments and active commuting in Chennai, India

Adlakha, D., Hipp, J.A., Brownson, R.C., & Sallis, J.F.

Transdisciplinary Research on Energetics and Cancer (TREC)

This project examined how built environments and workplace policies influence obesity, physical activity, and diet among diverse working adults in Missouri. By considering both residential and worksite settings, it identified key environmental and social supports that promote healthy behaviors, especially for minority and low-income populations at higher risk of obesity. Using validated tools and multilevel spatial analyses, the study provided valuable evidence to guide urban planning, workplace interventions, and policy development aimed at reducing obesity and related cancers. Its findings continue to inform employers, policymakers, and practitioners in advancing effective and equitable health promotion strategies.

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Preventive Medicine Reports, 4, 591-596

Exploring associations between perceived home and work neighborhood environments, diet behaviors and obesity: Results from a survey of employed adults in Missouri

Tabak, R., Hipp, J.A., Dodson, E., Yang, L., Adlakha, D., & Brownson, R.C.

Journal of Transport & Health, 2(2), 212-218

Choice of commuting mode among employees: Do home neighborhood environment, worksite neighborhood environment, and worksite policy and supports matter?

Yang, L., Hipp, J.A., Adlakha, D., Marx, C., Tabak, R., & Brownson, R.C.

American Journal of Preventive Medicine, 48(1), 104-107

Home and workplace built environment supports for physical activity

Adlakha, D., Hipp, J.A., Marx, C., Yang, L., Tabak, R. Dodson, E., & Brownson, R.C.

Liveable Lives Initiative (LLI)

This project explored how social and ecological factors influence park use in communities that have nearby access to parks. The research revealed that despite physical proximity, barriers such as safety concerns, social dynamics, and environmental conditions can limit park usage. These findings highlight the importance of addressing not only access but also social and ecological constraints to promote equitable and meaningful use of green spaces for community health and wellbeing.

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LARNet: The Cyber Journal of Applied Leisure and Recreation Research, 16(4), 23-36

Social ecological constraints to park use in communities with proximate park access

Hipp, J.A., Chockalingam, R., & Adlakha, D.

Social ecological constraints to park use in communities with quality access

Hipp, J.A., Chockalingam, R., & Adlakha, D.

Project on Mega Cities

Chennai—museum, exhibition, backyard

The Project on Mega Cities: Chennai—Museum, Exhibition, Backyard featured a visually rich study titled “Mapping Chennai,” which used maps, photographs, and other visual materials to explore the city’s complex urban fabric. This work captured Chennai’s evolving identity by documenting its diverse neighborhoods, public spaces, and everyday life, offering an engaging, multimedia perspective on the city’s history, social dynamics, and rapid growth as a megacity.

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Project on megacities: Chennai—museum, exhibition, backyard

Mapping Chennai

Adlakha, D.