Laura Solitare

Dr. Laura Solitare is an Associate Professor of Urban Planning and Environmental Policy at the Barbara Jordan – Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs, Texas Southern University. She holds a Ph.D. in Urban Planning from Rutgers University. Her research focuses on environmental justice, sustainable communities, and brownfields redevelopment, with recent emphasis on noise pollution policies related to train horns and quiet zones.

Education: Ph.D. in Urban Planning from Rutgers University.

Research Interests: Dr. Solitare advocates for equitable environmental policies, studying the intersection of environmental and economic benefits in urban development. Her work emphasizes community participation in decision-making processes and addressing disparities in environmental health outcomes. Current projects examine noise pollution mitigation strategies to protect marginalized communities.

Grants & Awards: No specific grants or awards listed in the provided text.

Labs/Teams: Member of the HCDPR Team at Texas Southern University’s Center of Excellence for Housing & Community Development Policy Research, collaborating with investigators such as Heather K. Way, Vera Walker Hawkins, and others.