Karl Samuelsson

Karl Samuelsson is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gävle, specializing in how urban landscapes influence human well-being through interdisciplinary approaches combining geography, environmental science, and psychology. His research employs quantitative spatial methods including public participation GIS, remote sensing, and spatial regression.

Current projects include the BIG project, which uses smartphone apps and activity trackers to examine how urban designs simultaneously support individual, social, and ecological health. His publication portfolio demonstrates strong focus on:

• Urban form impacts on mental health and well-being
• Green infrastructure during pandemic restrictions
• Active travel experiences and sustainability
• Air pollution exposure modeling