Dr. Samantha Biglieri

Biography

Samantha Biglieri is an Assistant Professor in the School of Urban and Regional Planning at Toronto Metropolitan University. She holds a PhD in Planning from the University of Waterloo, a Master of Planning from Toronto Metropolitan University, and a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Global Development Studies and Italian from Queen’s University. Biglieri's research focuses on understanding the experiences of individuals living with dementia in various environments, particularly suburban areas. Her interests also encompass healthy cities, aging, disability, and innovative qualitative research methods. As the director of the Health, Access + Planning (HAP) Lab, she emphasizes the intersection of planning and health to foster inclusive communities. She employs diverse methodologies including GPS tracking, photovoice, and experiential sampling to explore topics related to health, wellbeing, and community engagement. Biglieri's work has been published in prestigious academic journals and featured in local and national media. Additionally, she has been recognized with multiple awards for her contributions to the field of urban planning and her engagement with community health issues.

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