Joost Van Hoof

Joost Van Hoof is a University Professor at the Department of Systems Research within the Faculty of Spatial Management and Landscape Architecture at the University of Wrocław. His work focuses on age-friendly urban design, environmental sustainability, and public health in the built environment. He has led numerous cross-cultural studies on aging populations' needs across Europe and beyond.

Research interests include:
- Urban planning for aging populations
- Sustainable built environments
- Age-friendly city policy implementation
- Questionnaire validation for demographic studies
- GIS-based spatial analysis of urban aging dynamics
- Biophilic design and neuroarchitecture

Recent articles analyze age-friendliness in cities like The Hague, Bucharest, and Skopje, exploring typologies of older adults' environmental attitudes. Studies emphasize measurable design recommendations and intergenerational urban policies.

Publications span journals like Building and Environment, Habitat International, and Social Science & Medicine. Collaborations include researchers from Australia, Romania, Russia, and North Macedonia. His work bridges urban planning, public health, and demographic research to create inclusive cities.