Urban life and society has become an increasingly important research topic in the modern world as the global population continues to shift toward urban areas. The topic is also highly multifaceted and directly relevant to our daily lives. The Urban Life and Society cluster aims to explore the topic from three perspectives: inequalities, the impact of COVID-19, and music in Hong Kong.

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Socioeconomics plays a vital role in understanding urban life and society. One of the key challenges in urban life is the issue of social inequality. While cities offer numerous opportunities for economic and social mobility, they are also characterized by significant disparities in income, education, and healthcare. To explore this issue, we propose to study various social determinants, employing tools such as Geographical Information System and network analysis. We hope to collaborate with other researchers to study the issue, and hold some public lectures to discuss this important topic.

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The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically transformed urban societies worldwide. It is crucial to investigate urban life in the post-pandemic era, as social and economic activities have taken on new forms, such as remote working and increased reliance on social media. We will collaborate with researchers worldwide to study different phenomena. We also aim to invite international speakers to deliver seminars for us and share their latest findings.

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Furthermore, urban life brings opportunities for innovation and creativity. Cities are vibrant centres of culture, commerce, and technology. Hong Kong, as a unique urban city, has its own distinct cultural activities, including music. By exploring the role of music in Hong Kong and its evolution over the years, we can gain insights into the changes in urban life and society in this particular context. A public lecture and music-sharing event will be held to showcase the findings.