Markus Moos
Associate Professor
School of Planning
Dr. Markus Moos is a Registered Professional Planner and Associate Professor in the School of Planning, Faculty of Environment at the University of Waterloo. He holds a Ph.D. in Geography from the University of British Columbia (2012), a M.PL Urban and Regional Planning from Queen's University (2006), and BES Joint Honours Environment and Resources Studies and Economics from the University of Waterloo (2004). Dr. Moos’ research is on the changing economy and social structure of cities, particularly generational change, Millennials and the youthification of central cities. His most recent work has examined the factors shaping Canada’s housing markets, the changing characteristics of our suburbs, and the affordability, sustainability and equity implications of present-day societal and urban change. Some of his current/recent projects include:
- Housing the next generation: The case of new economy cities (SSHRC Insight Grant; Co-PI, Tara Vinodrai)
- Location efficient mortgages and housing affordability among young adults in Canada (SSHRC Insight Grant: Co-PI, Pablo Mendez)
- Urban dormitory: Student housing and social interaction (Waterloo Housing & Residences)
- Generationed City