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July 28, 2024, Filed Under: News & Events

AI Tackles Transit Deserts: New Interactive Dashboard Featured in PLOS ONE

UIL’s latest research project, “Developing a Transit Desert Interactive Dashboard: Supervised Modeling for Forecasting Transit Deserts,” was recently published in the journal PLOS ONE.
In an exciting development, the Urban Info Lab (UIL) has published a groundbreaking study in the prestigious journal PLOS ONE. Titled “Developing a Transit Desert Interactive Dashboard: Supervised Modeling for Forecasting Transit Deserts,” the research introduces an innovative solution to an age-old issue.
Transit deserts, areas with insufficient public transportation options, have long plagued urban planners and residents alike. The newly developed interactive dashboard leverages advanced AI and supervised modeling techniques to forecast and identify these transit-deprived areas. This tool is a significant leap forward, offering practical insights and solutions for enhancing public transportation networks.
By harnessing the power of AI, this project not only addresses a longstanding problem but also showcases the potential of technology to drive positive change in urban mobility. The dashboard promises to be a valuable asset for city planners, policymakers, and communities, aiming to improve transit access and, ultimately, the quality of life in urban areas.
For more information, please visit: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0306782
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