Human Settlement

Human settlement research investigates the spatial distribution, evolution, and design of human-built environments, aiming to understand past patterns and optimize future development. Current research employs diverse approaches, including agent-based modeling to simulate colony viability and large language models to assist in design and planning, often leveraging historical datasets like multi-temporal building footprints to analyze long-term trends. This interdisciplinary field contributes to improved urban planning, resource management, and a deeper understanding of human behavior in diverse and challenging environments, such as space colonization.