We talked with Ariel Noyman, an urban scientist, working in the intersection of cities and technology. Ariel is a research scientist at the MIT Media Lab, exploring novel methods of urban modeling and simulation using AI. We discussed the potential of virtual environments to enhance urban design processes, the challenges associated with them, and the future of utilizing AI.

Links:

• TravelAgent: Generative agents in the built environment - https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/23998083251360458
• Ariel Neumann's websites -
  • https://www.arielnoyman.com/
  • https://www.media.mit.edu/people/noyman/overview/