Ian Walker

Professor Ian Walker is a leading environmental psychologist at Swansea University's School of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences. His interdisciplinary research bridges psychology with engineering and architecture to address real-world challenges in transport, energy, and water systems.

• Psychology lead for VSimulators building motion simulators
• Available for postgraduate supervision
• ORCID: 0000-0002-0079-3149

Research Expertise includes:

• Transport options and vulnerable road users
• Energy and water systems literacy
• Behavioral analysis of sustainable travel
• Psychological dimensions of building motion effects

Recent Publications demonstrate cross-sector impact:

• Motonormativity framework development
• Wind-induced vibrations in tall buildings
• 20 mph speed limit effectiveness studies
• Equine regenerative medicine applications

He contributes to pedagogical innovation through module PSY367 "Psychology of Building a Better World" and actively supervises research projects like SMART-AGE and air quality perception studies. His work appears in BMJ Open, Global Environmental Change, and Building Research & Information.