David Folch

About the Author

David Folch is a distinguished geographer and data scientist whose work bridges the gap between urban environments and cutting-edge analytics. With a PhD in Geography from the University of California, Santa Barbara, he has dedicated his career to exploring how spatial data can inform smarter city planning and policy-making. Folch's research integrates geographic information systems (GIS) with statistical modeling to address real-world challenges like urban inequality, transportation equity, and environmental sustainability. As an associate professor at Kent State University, he mentors the next generation of spatial analysts while contributing to open-source tools that democratize access to geospatial insights. His accessible yet rigorous approach makes complex urban dynamics understandable for scholars, policymakers, and the public alike.