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Jiaqi Sun

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Jiaqi Sun is currently a first-year PhD student in the Department of Urban Planning and Design at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU), originating from China. He obtained his Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Shandong Jianzhu University and a Master of Engineering Science (Management) in the field of Civil Engineering from the University of Queensland. During his Master's studies, he undertook a one-year research project exploring public perceptions of autonomous shuttle buses. His research interests primarily focus on Mobility as a Service (MaaS) and Public transport.
 
PhD Research topic: 

Solving the last mile problem: Exploring the role of Demand Responsive Transport (DRT) in the Maas system.

Abstract: This research aims to investigate the application of emerging technologies, such as autonomous vehicles and demand-responsive transport, integrated with the Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) concept, to address the "last-mile" problem in urban transportation and thereby promote the sustainability of public transport. The initial phase of the PhD project will analyze demand-responsive transport and its roles across different contexts. The research will examine how these systems increase public transport usage, reduce congestion, and advance intelligent transportation. Additionally, the study will explore social impacts, focusing on how these systems enhance public transport accessibility and promote equity in urban mobility. Subsequently, the unique "last-mile" challenges specific to the Suzhou region will be identified through quantitative and qualitative research. Ultimately, within the framework of Mobility-as-a-Service (multimodal transport), the research will explore how DRT can improve the last-mile problem to enhance the overall efficiency of public transport systems, culminating in the development of a final project evaluation framework.
 
Supervisors: Dr Anna Sophie Sturup (XJTLU), Dr Chia-Lin Chen (UoL), Dr Juhyun Lee (XJTLU)

Education/Academic qualification

Master, Master of Engineering Science (Management) In the field of Civil Engineering, The University of Queensland

Feb 2022 → Nov 2023

Award Date: 16 Dec 2023

Bachelor, Bachelor of Civil Engineering, Shandong Jianzhu University

Sept 2017 → Jul 2021

Award Date: 1 Jul 2021

Research areas

  • Transport Planning
  • Public Transport & DRT / On-Demand Transport
  • Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS)
  • Accessibility & Last-mile
  • Urban Planning & Transport Integration

Keywords

  • HE Transportation and Communications
  • Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS)
  • Demand-Responsive Transport
  • Public transport
  • Last-mile
  • Accessibility

Person Types

  • Students

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
  2. SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
    SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  3. SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
    SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • 2 Organising an event e.g. a conference, workshop, …
  • 1 Research visit