Alisa Koroļova

Alisa Koroļova is a Researcher and Lecturer at the Riga Technical University's Institute of Architecture and Design. She serves as the editor of RTU's Scopus-indexed journal Architecture and Urban Planning, overseeing academic publications in the field since 2020.

Research Focus

Her work centers on developing sustainable urban environments through:

• Revitalization of public spaces using green infrastructure principles
• Implementation of nature-based solutions in urban planning
• Citizen engagement methodologies for participatory urban development
• Digital tools for urban regeneration processes

Publication Trends

Her scholarly output (2017-2020) demonstrates consistent focus on urban sustainability, with recent works exploring digitalization in regeneration (2020) and circular economy applications. Earlier publications established foundations in community-driven approaches through studies of urban gardening, participatory budgeting, and infill development in post-Soviet urban contexts.

Research Projects

Active in multinational collaborations:

• COST Action CA17133 (2018-2022): Implementing nature-based solutions for circular cities (Management Committee Member)
• COST Action CA18204 (2019-2023): Placemaking and digitization in European cities (Management Committee Member)
• Taiwan-Latvia-Lithuania Project (2020-2022): Up-to-date information systems in urban regeneration (Researcher)
• COST Action TU1201 (2012-2016): Urban allotment gardens in European cities (Working Group Member)