Dr. David Mcarthur

Associate Professor

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Biography

David McArthur is a Reader in Transport Studies and the Associate Director of the Urban Big Data Centre at the University of Glasgow. His academic background is rooted in regional science, and he has extensive research interests in active travel. His work often utilizes digital footprint data to understand user behaviors and the wider impact of transportation infrastructure. David's contributions include participating in significant projects including the Urban Big Data Centre Phase II and leading a project on the role of citizens in urban development. He has supervised numerous PhD students, focusing on issues such as urban accessibility, environmental attitudes, and the effectiveness of urban policing strategies. David also teaches quantitative data analysis and transport planning methods, sharing his expertise with students in the Transport Studies programme. His research outputs often reflect on the use of data to inform transport policy and improve urban living.

Research Interests

Courses

Quantitative Data Analysis Transport Planning Methods