Senseable City Labs Umberto Fugiglando Research Manager & Partnerships Lead, MIT Senseable City Lab
Digital technologies are radically changing the way we understand, design, and ultimately live in cities. This is having an impact at different scales – from the single building to the scale of the metropolis. Spanning from urban mobility to biodiversity, from environmental quality to community wellbeing, we will address these issues from a critical point of view through some of the latest projects by the Senseable City Lab, a multi-disciplinary research group at MIT that is developing research in many cities across the globe.
The Green Mobility City: Tools for Modeling Built Environments at the Pedestrian Scale Andres Sevtsuk Head, City Design and Development Group Associate Professor of Urban Science and Planning, Department of Urban Studies and Planning (DUSP)
The global climate-change crisis, along with public health and economic competitiveness challenges faced by cities worldwide, underscores the urgent need for analytical tools and models to explore the relationship between city design and sustainable mobility. In this presentation, Andres Sevtsuk will introduce the Urban Network Analysis framework, a tool for modeling land-use and transportation interactions at the pedestrian scale. This framework enables planners and policymakers to assess pedestrian access to urban destinations and evaluate the effects of land-use and infrastructure changes on pedestrian mobility. Such analyses empower planners, designers, and policymakers to prioritize projects that enhance sustainable mobility outcomes.
MIT Startup Exchange Tricia Dinkel Manager of Partnerships & Engagement, MIT Startup Exchange
A Complete Cybersecurity Solution for Smart Cities Andrew Surwilo CEO & Co-Founder, Cytex
Cytex is a leading innovator in AI-driven full spectrum cybersecurity platform designed to protect organizations' data and assets. The patented Cytex Unified Resilience Platform provides network security, cloud security, application security, and compliance management, in a single solution. Notably, the Cytex Audify Compliance Verification Platform enables real-time, continuous compliance monitoring across various regulatory frameworks eliminating the reliance on traditional unreliable point-in-time assessments. Additionally, Cytex demonstrates a strong commitment to cybersecurity education by providing free phishing simulation software to businesses, non-profits, and municipalities, aiming to enhance organizational resilience against cyber threats.
AI-Powered Tool for Tracking Building Permits, Zoning Cases, and Development Activity John Devine Founder & CEO, Civic Atlas
Civic Atlas is a dynamic platform designed to enhance civic engagement and decision-making through data-driven insights. By integrating geospatial analytics, real-time data visualization, and AI-powered tools, Civic Atlas empowers governments, organizations, and communities to better understand urban development, infrastructure, and social dynamics. The platform enables users to track policy impacts, optimize resource allocation, and foster transparent, evidence-based governance. Whether used for city planning, environmental monitoring, or public services, Civic Atlas bridges the gap between complex data and actionable strategies, driving smarter, more sustainable communities. With its intuitive interface and powerful analytics, Civic Atlas transforms how we navigate civic challenges.
IOT Intelligence for Indoor People Movement and Wellbeing Honghao Deng CEO & Co-Founder, Butlr
Butlr is a pioneering technology company that leverages wireless, AI-powered thermal sensing to anonymously track human movement and occupancy in real time. Its platform provides businesses with valuable insights into space utilization, workplace optimization, energy efficiency, and preventive care without compromising privacy. Originally spun out of MIT, Butlr’s sensor technology is used across industries, including commercial real estate, retail, and senior care, to enhance operations, reduce costs, and improve user experiences. By enabling data-driven decision-making with seamless integration and scalable solutions, Butlr empowers organizations to create smarter, more efficient environments while prioritizing privacy and sustainability.
Graham Rong Program Director, MIT Industrial Liaison Program
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