Some research posits that cities behave like organisms, where doubling a city's size doesn't just double its metrics but increases socio-economic outputs (like patents and wages) by approximately 15%. 2. The Evolution of "Smart" and "Digital" Cities
A significant portion of recent literature, such as those found on ScienceDirect and ResearchGate , explores the "Smart City" concept: Articles on the topic: "city"
Critics argue that smart city development often prioritizes technology over the actual lived experience and wellbeing of inhabitants. 3. Sustainable Planning Models Some research posits that cities behave like organisms,
Systematic reviews examine how cities manage development to achieve sustainable growth and improve local public service outcomes. This rapid growth has led researchers to focus
Articles highlights that over 55% of the world's population now lives in urban areas, with a projected increase to 68% by 2050. This rapid growth has led researchers to focus on:
Focuses on the role of IoT, 5G, and "Digital Twinning" in managing urban infrastructure like traffic, waste, and energy.
New frameworks aim to address the environmental and social challenges of mega-cities: