Barbara Pichler

Dr. Barbara Pichler is a Project Staff Member in the Department of Occupational Therapy at the Faculty of Health, University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt. Her research focuses on dementia-friendly environments, participatory health research, and intergenerational urban development. She leads projects like Die generationenfreundliche Stadt (The generation-friendly city) and collaborates with public institutions to design inclusive spaces for older adults and vulnerable populations.

Key areas of expertise include participatory methodologies in healthcare, social participation for people with dementia, and organizational learning in interdisciplinary projects. Recent work includes co-authoring studies on dementia-friendly library design, public transport accessibility, and community service integration.

Her projects emphasize collaboration with stakeholders such as museums, libraries, and local governments to create sustainable solutions. Current research (2024–2027) explores intergenerational urban planning through citizen science approaches.