Valerie Jeepjua

Valerie Jeepjua is a Research Fellow at the Institute of Transport Studies within the Department of Landscape, Water and Infrastructure at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences (BOKU) in Vienna, Austria. She has been working as a research associate since 2019, contributing to numerous transportation research projects with a focus on sustainable mobility solutions.

Her research interests span Transportation Engineering, Sustainable Urban Development, Traffic Planning, and Spatial Research, with particular expertise in Mobility as a Service (MaaS) and inclusive mobility solutions for people with disabilities. Her work often intersects transportation with public health considerations, especially regarding active mobility and well-being.

Dr. Jeepjua's publication record shows a strong focus on sustainable transportation systems, with recent work examining the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on mobility patterns, last-mile transportation solutions, and strategies for promoting active mobility among various population groups. Her research demonstrates how transportation planning can contribute to more sustainable, equitable, and healthy communities.

She has received recognition through multiple research grants from various funding bodies including the European Commission, Austrian Federal Ministries, and the Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG). Her work has practical applications in urban planning, transportation policy, and infrastructure design.

Dr. Jeepjua actively engages with the community through knowledge transfer activities, including project reports, conference presentations, and participation in events such as the Bike2BOKU Challenge. Her research has direct implications for transportation planning in both urban and rural settings, with particular attention to inclusive design principles.