Tracy Washington

Dr Tracy Washington is a Senior Lecturer in Urban and Regional Planning at Queensland University of Technology's (QUT) School of Architecture & Built Environment, part of the Faculty of Engineering. Her research focuses on the intersection of built environments and health outcomes, particularly active transport, park design, and aging populations. She holds a PhD from Arizona State University and an MA from California State University.

Key research interests include e-bike adoption, cycling infrastructure, and intergenerational park design. She has led projects like the ARC Linkage grant evaluating park design in Moreton Bay and studies on e-bike use in workplaces. Awards include prestigious recognition for her intergenerational park project and an Australia Council Grant.

• Education: PhD (Arizona State University), MA (California State University)
• Professional Memberships: Institute for Future Environments, National Wellness Institute (Vice President), Bicycle Queensland

Tracy’s work bridges academia and practice, collaborating with organizations like CARRS-Q and the National Heart Foundation. Her recent projects address aging-friendly urban design and sustainable transport policies. She has supervised over 10 doctoral students on topics ranging from smart campuses to walkability audits.