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Trivik Verma is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Technology, Policy and Management, Delft University of Technology, where he co-leads the Centre for Urban Science & Policy within the Department of Multi-Actor Systems. He previously served as the director of the TPM AI Lab and has been instrumental in fostering critical AI research and education. His work bridges urban science, policy, and community-driven innovation.
His research focuses on urban inequalities, participatory planning, spatial data science, and social impact assessment. He develops open-source tools like SIA-City and Citizen Voice to support inclusive urban decision-making by integrating citizen input with spatial analysis. His work emphasizes justice, equity, and sustainability in urban development, particularly in the context of climate change and rapid urbanization.
Recent projects reflect a strong trend in democratizing urban governance through digital tools, combining GIS, natural language processing, and participatory methods to uncover socio-spatial value conflicts and empower marginalized communities. These initiatives highlight a consistent focus on open-source, community-centered urban research.
Scientific Awards and Grants:
- HORIZON Grant for Democratizing Just Energy Transitions (DUST)
- TU Delft Fund for Citizen Voice (open-source participatory tools)
Trivik Verma is actively involved in advising and leading research initiatives, particularly those focused on critical AI, education reform, and participatory urban science. He has led grant-funded projects that involve collaboration with municipalities and civil society. His leadership in the TPM AI Lab and ongoing projects demonstrates a strong commitment to shaping a sustainable and inclusive research culture.
He is associated with key research initiatives including the Centre for Urban Science & Policy, the TPM AI Lab, and leads the development of open-source platforms like Citizen Voice and SIA-City, which serve as hubs for interdisciplinary collaboration between urban planners, data scientists, and communities.
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