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The Built Environment Studies involves a research team at the State University of New York’s School of Architecture and Planning in Buffalo who are conducting an online research study to examine how effective certain design features are in resolving selected problematic activities.

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The Cold Weather Studies involves a research team at Toronto Rehabilitation Institute in Toronto who are conducting a study of winter influences on outdoor activity at different public settings (e.g. sidewalks, curb ramps and crosswalks).

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The Moving Vertically Study involves a research team at the State University of New York’s School of Architecture and Planning in Buffalo who are conducting a study of the experiences and perceptions of ramps, lifts, elevators, and escalators in public buildings.

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