Research

Research collaboration

Wedderburn Transport Planning engages in a range of cross-disciplinary Research & Development activities with academic institutions and partner companies.

Knowledge Transfer Partnership

We have recently started a collaboration with Loughborough University and the Oval Partnership on a Knowledge Transfer Partnership project to develop a predictive pedestrian forecasting tool to enable planning and design services for urban regeneration, master planning and to facilitate community planning engagement. Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) aim to help businesses improve their competitiveness and productivity through the better use of knowledge, technology and skills within the UK knowledge base. Together with the Oval Partnership, we currently use footfall analytics to generate a richer and more engaging experience in mixed-use urbanscale projects. Their partnership with Loughborough University brings together leading researchers in the fields of transport planning, urban design and artificial intelligence to assist in the development of a new generation of cutting-edge, rapid, evidence-based tools.

SDNA For Rhino

Together with several academic institutions, we supported Cardiff University in developing a version of the SDNA network analysis software for Rhino. This will facilitate enhanced spatial analysis and visualisation of complex multi-level urban environments. We provided valuable input from an end-user perspective and real-life case studies for testing.​

Visibility Analysis For Retail

Visibility graph analysis has long been employed in the spatial analysis toolbox to understand human behaviour and routeing decisions. In order to respond to questions from retail-focussed architects, we adapted this form of analysis to develop a suite of frontage visibility tools.

Environmental, Social And Governance (ESG) Indicators

One focus of our research and development efforts is alignment with ESG reporting frameworks in the property sector. We are developing meaningful spatial and transport indicators of social integration, accessibility by sustainable transport modes and transport-related carbon emissions.

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Sara Nalaskowska

BEng, MSc / Senior Transport Planner

Sara is a skilled mobility planner with a diverse background in transport planning, architecture, civil engineering, and spatial data science. She has been working with Wedderburn Transport Planning since 2019, where she blends different perspectives into her work. Sara has worked on significant projects throughout Europe and Asia, showcasing her proficiency in computational and quantitative analysis within the context of masterplanning and policy making projects.

In her work, Sara strives to explore unconventional approaches, aiming to find innovative solutions. She develops bespoke analytical tools tailored to unravel the nuances of walking and its implications for retail and mixed-use environments, providing custom analyses that address questions otherwise difficult to answer. A notable aspect of her work is the ability to translate complex data into clear visual representations that play a fundamental role in the form-finding process for numerous masterplanning projects but also serve as powerful tools for client communication.