The primary goal of this thesis is to evaluate the roles of unique generational values in relation to transformative practices. To achieve this, the first step is to identify changes in values and lifestyles, or the “idea of life,” within society as one contributing factor among others. Building upon this, the second step involves contrasting differences across various groups within society, such as older people, children, and young people. Finally, the third step is to analyse the connection between generational values and adoption/adaptation strategies. To collect primary data, a mixed-methods approach will be deployed within the Vienna metropolitan area. This approach will target both the general population and vulnerable population groups, including the young and elderly.
BOKU, the only Austrian university in the area of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, has vast experience in coordinating research and educational EU projects and managing student and staff exchanges in various scholarship programmes. BOKU is actively engaged in the European University Alliance EPICUR. It has experience with Knowledge Alliances, Capacity Building and Jean Monnet Projects as well as Strategic Partnerships in ERASMUS Programmes. BOKU is co-ordinating and actively participating in several H2020- and HEu-projects, Christian Doppler Laboratories, and also has several ERC starting grant professorships and one UNESCO Chair.
The Institute of Transport Studies (ITS) is part of the Department of Landscape, Water and Infrastructure. Its expertise includes the development of strategies and policies towards sustainable mobility behaviour and impact assessment of transport systems and policies in the field of active mobility and health.
Being proficient in both English and German languages. Very good writing skills in English.
Requirements to be admitted in the doctoral programme can be consulted here.
Assoc. Prof. Juliane Stark research focus is on mobility behaviour research, especially children/youth mobility, and survey design and evaluation methods. In addition to her work as a project manager of national and international research and education projects, she has an extensive teaching experience.
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