Our Consortium

16 leading European institutions and organizations united in transforming cities for a sustainable future

SmartUrbanity Consortium

A diverse alliance of research institutions, technology innovators, cities, and civil society organizations

The SmartUrbanity consortium brings together Europe's brightest minds in urban planning, digital innovation, and citizen engagement. Our multidisciplinary approach combines academic excellence with practical implementation experience, ensuring that our 15-minute city solutions are both scientifically sound and practically viable.

Partner Organizations

Countries

Researchers

Years Combined Experience

Lead Partners

Core institutions driving the SmartUrbanity vision

Sapienza University of Rome

Project Coordinator | Italy

Leading the consortium with expertise in urban informatics, spatial planning, and digital transformation. Sapienza University coordinates the overall project strategy and ensures seamless collaboration across all partners.

  • Project management and coordination
  • WebGIS platform development
  • Spatial data analysis

ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences

DRT Extension | Switzerland

Leading the Thurgau Use Case and developing agent-based models using MATSim to explore demand-responsive transport systems. Specializing in optimizing integration of DRT with conventional public transport.

  • Agent-based transport modeling
  • Demand-responsive transport solutions
  • Rural-urban connectivity

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)

Technology Lead | Germany

Leading the Karlsruhe Use Case and utilizing mobiTopp agent-based model to simulate urban mobility scenarios. Driving technical innovation with advanced computing solutions and smart city technologies.

  • mobiTopp agent-based modeling
  • Urban mobility simulation
  • 15-minute city modeling

École Nationale des Travaux Publics de l'État (ENTPE)

Engagement Lead | France

Leading the Lyon Use Case and specializing in citizen engagement methodologies, participatory planning, and social innovation. Developing gamification strategies and community involvement frameworks.

  • Citizen engagement strategies
  • Participatory planning methods
  • Policy assessment and analysis

Ege University

İzmir Use Case Leader | Turkey

Leading the İzmir Use Case, tackling urban mobility challenges to improve pedestrian access, logistics, and livability. Evaluating the impact of 15-minute city concepts in Mediterranean urban contexts.

  • Mediterranean urban planning
  • Pedestrian mobility analysis
  • Urban logistics optimization

HUN-REN Institute for Computer Science and Control

Framework Development | Hungary

Leading framework development and iterative improvement strategies. Providing expertise in concept creation, strategy building, and analysis of passenger transportation systems for Budapest replication.

  • Framework development
  • Strategy optimization
  • Transportation system analysis

All Consortium Partners

Complete overview of our collaborative network

Partnership Expertise

Diverse competencies driving innovation across all project dimensions

Research Excellence

Top-tier universities and research institutes providing scientific rigor, methodological innovation, and academic expertise in urban studies, computer science, and social sciences.

Municipal Implementation

Forward-thinking cities providing real-world testing environments, policy insights, and practical implementation experience for 15-minute city concepts.

Technology Innovation

Leading tech companies and innovation labs developing cutting-edge digital solutions, platforms, and tools for smart urban planning and citizen engagement.

Community Engagement

Civil society organizations and community groups ensuring citizen perspectives are central to our research and development processes.

Collaboration Framework

How we work together to achieve our shared vision

Co-Creation Approach

Our partnership is built on principles of co-creation, ensuring that all partners contribute their unique expertise while learning from others. Regular workshops, joint research activities, and cross-partner mobility programs foster deep collaboration.

Knowledge Exchange

We facilitate continuous knowledge sharing through:

  • Monthly consortium meetings and quarterly assemblies
  • Joint research publications and conference presentations
  • Staff exchanges and secondments between institutions
  • Shared digital platforms and collaborative tools

Governance Structure

Our consortium operates through a clear governance structure that ensures effective decision-making while respecting the autonomy of individual partners:

  • General Assembly: All partners participate in strategic decisions
  • Steering Committee: Lead partners guide daily operations
  • Advisory Board: External experts provide guidance
  • Work Packages: Specialized teams focus on specific objectives

Impact Measurement

We continuously evaluate our collaborative effectiveness through joint KPIs, cross-partner evaluations, and shared impact assessments.