Toward a Science of Cities

Authors

  • Alessandro Bianchi MED.E.A University
  • Ferdinando Verardi MED.E.A University

Keywords:

Science of Cities, Urban Studies

Abstract

Cities are increasingly at the center of global challenges related to climate change, social inequality, economic transformation, and technological innovation. The growing complexity of urban systems calls for new theoretical and methodological frameworks capable of integrating knowledge across traditionally separated disciplines. This article argues for the development of a coherent Science of Cities, understood as an interdisciplinary field that brings together urban planning, engineering, environmental sciences, social sciences, and education studies.

Starting from a critical analysis of the current state of urban research, the paper highlights the fragmentation of existing approaches and the limitations of sectorial perspectives in addressing contemporary urban problems. It then explores emerging issues related to sustainability, resilience, governance, and knowledge production in urban contexts, emphasizing the need for systemic and holistic models.

Rather than presenting empirical results, the article offers a conceptual reflection aimed at fostering dialogue among disciplines and encouraging the construction of shared analytical frameworks. The proposed perspective seeks to contribute to the advancement of urban studies by promoting integrative thinking and by outlining the foundations for a more unified scientific understanding of cities in the Mediterranean, European, and African contexts.

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Author Biographies

Alessandro Bianchi , MED.E.A University

MED.E.A University

Ferdinando Verardi, MED.E.A University

MED.E.A. University

Published

2026-02-02

How to Cite

Bianchi , A., & Verardi, F. (2026). Toward a Science of Cities. Journal of Mediterranean, European and African Sciences, 1(1), 14–17. Retrieved from https://scientificeditorial.com/index.php/JMEAS/article/view/Toward-a-Science-of-Cities

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Mediterranean, European and African Sciences

Section

Original Research Articles
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