Behavioural Science

Led by Associate Professor Sjaan Koppel, the MUARC Behavioural Science team utilises innovative and interdisciplinary expertise to study human behaviour and identify solutions for safety in all modes of transport, workplaces, and homes and communities.

The team is recognised as the leading research group in Australia focused on the safe mobility of ageing road users, individuals with medical conditions and child road users.

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Expertise

The team draws on research expertise in psychology, health sciences, social sciences, and education, conducting world-class research aimed at eliminating deaths and serious injuries. The team collaborates with local and international government, industry, and professional groups in Australia and abroad.

TEAM LEAD

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RESEARCH TEAM

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Research Capabilities

The Behavioural Science team at MUARC excels in employing advanced methods to evaluate and enhance safety across various domains through:

  • Instrumented vehicles and bicycles: Utilising naturalistic study methods to capture and analyse road user behaviour in everyday and safety-critical situations.
  • Fixed camera studies: Deploying fixed cameras to monitor and understand road user behaviour at intersections, providing critical insights into traffic dynamics and safety.
  • Workplace safety culture: Investigating the culture of safety within workplaces to identify and address potential risks across various sectors.
  • Emerging transport trends: Assessing emerging transport trends and future challenges vulnerable road users face to inform proactive safety measures.
  • Illegal transport behaviour: Analysing illegal behaviours better to understand their prevalence and impact on road safety.
  • Analysis of workplace safety legislation: Identifying gaps in injury prevention interventions and pinpointing key decision-makers to drive further action.
  • In-depth interview studies: Conducting detailed interviews to explore injury patterns and mechanisms, shedding light on how and why injuries occur.
  • Sophisticated online surveys: Exploring behaviour patterns through advanced online survey methodologies to gain deeper insights into safety practices and attitudes across different environments.

This comprehensive approach ensures a broad understanding of safety and injury prevention, addressing emerging and future challenges in workplaces, communities, homes, and transport settings.

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