Theory-informed and interpretable graph learning for urban commuting flows

Abstract

PIG-GNN combines graph learning with spatial interaction theory to model commuting flows. It distinguishes origins from destinations and incorporates geographic scaling constraints, supporting predictions that can be interpreted in relation to established mobility principles.

Publication
Sustainable Cities and Society, 148, 107575

Published in Sustainable Cities and Society, volume 148, article 107575 (September 2026). First available online on 13 June 2026. Cai Wu is the corresponding author.

Cai Wu
Cai Wu
Assistant Professor

I study computational urban morphology, GeoAI, and data-driven urban design, developing reproducible methods for understanding cities across scales.