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| 城市活力研究演进历程——基于中英文文献分析 |
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刘吉祥1, 吴红玉1, 肖龙珠1, 杨林川2
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1.厦门大学城市规划系;2.西南交通大学城乡规划系
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| 摘要: |
| 城市活力是衡量城市社会、经济和文化发展水平的关键指标，涵盖了社会互动、经济活动和文化交流等多个维度，对城市的可持续发展和繁荣具有深远影响。近年来，城市活力及其影响因素受到了众多学者的关注。然而，目前对于城市活力研究演进历程的系统性梳理与总结归纳较少。鉴于此，本研究首先对城市活力研究的演进历程进行了系统性梳理，并将中英文文献中的相关研究划分为三个主要阶段。通过对各阶段研究内容、研究特点及驱动因素的系统归纳与总结，揭示了城市活力研究的发展脉络。同时，综合分析中英文文献后发现，两者在演进历程中呈现出从差异化到趋同发展的有趣现象。本研究进一步剖析了这一现象背后的成因，为理解城市活力研究的国际动态提供了新的视角。最后，提出了三个城市活力研究发展方向。本研究为促进城市活力研究和活力导向的城市发展实践提供有益参考。 |
| 关键词: 城市活力 研究综述 中英文文献 建成环境 |
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| 分类号:TU984.2 |
| 基金项目:福建省社会科学基金（FJ2022C060）；国家自然科学基金（42301212，42401230）；四川省杰出青年科学基金项目（25NSFJQ0101） |
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| Progress and prospect of urban vitality research in Chinese and English literature |
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Liu Jixiang1, Wu Hongyu1, Xiao Longzhu1, Yang Linchuan2
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1.Department of Urban Planning, Xiamen University;2.Department of Urban and Rural Planning, Southwest Jiaotong University
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| Abstract: |
| Based on quantitative visualization analysis using Citespace, this study systematically reviews the evolution of urban vitality research in both Chinese and English literature. Urban vitality, as an important metric for assessing the social, economic, and cultural development of cities, encompasses multiple dimensions such as social interaction, economic activity, and cultural exchange. It plays an essential role in promoting sustainable urban growth, social inclusion, and cultural dynamism. Although research on urban vitality and its influencing factors has garnered increasing scholarly attention, comprehensive and systematic reviews on this topic remain relatively scarce. Addressing this gap, the present study conducts an in-depth bibliometric analysis, identifying key development stages, summarizing the main research characteristics and driving factors at each stage, and systematically comparing the evolutionary trajectories between Chinese and English literature.
In the English literature, three major development stages are identified: (1) the stage of theoretical construction driven by social issues (1961–2003), characterized by early conceptual explorations responding to problems such as urban decay, segregation, and social fragmentation; (2) the stage of empirical exploration under scientific paradigms (2003–2013), marked by the adoption of quantitative methods, empirical validation, and a growing emphasis on evidence-based research; and (3) the stage of systematic deepening with multi-regional and multi-source data (2013–2023), featuring diversified case studies, integration of interdisciplinary perspectives, and increasing use of big data and spatial analytics. Similarly, in the Chinese literature, three parallel development stages are recognized: (1) the stage of localized exploration under theoretical introduction (1995–2005), where scholars introduced and adapted Western theories to the Chinese urban context; (2) the stage of diversified application supported by traditional data and methods (2006–2015), during which empirical studies proliferated using conventional datasets; and (3) the stage of multi-dimensional expansion under multi-source data (2016–2023), characterized by the widespread adoption of big data, remote sensing technologies, and advanced spatial analytical methods to study urban vitality in a more comprehensive manner.
Comparative analysis reveals that urban vitality research in Chinese and English literature has undergone a shift from significant divergence to gradual convergence. This initial divergence largely stemmed from different urbanization processes. Western countries entered a high level of urbanization earlier, thus confronting challenges like urban decline, inequality, and environmental stress much sooner, leading to early conceptual and empirical work on urban vitality. In contrast, Chinese cities, experiencing rapid urbanization at a later stage, initially focused on introducing and localizing Western urban theories. However, with China's accelerating urban transformation and the global rise of information and smart technologies, research agendas in both contexts have increasingly aligned. The rapid urbanization in China has exposed cities to social and environmental challenges similar to those of their Western counterparts. Meanwhile, technological advancements such as big data analytics, remote sensing, and smart city technologies have provided researchers worldwide with common platforms and methodologies, facilitating convergence.
By systematically tracing the evolution of research characteristics and identifying key driving forces, this study offers a clear and structured view of the developmental trajectory of urban vitality research. It highlights the dynamic interplay among theoretical frameworks, empirical methods, technological innovations, and changing socio-economic conditions across different periods. Based on these insights, three key directions for future research on urban vitality are proposed.
First, future studies should prioritize the quantitative evaluation of the benefits associated with urban vitality. While it is often assumed that higher urban vitality promotes positive outcomes such as social inclusion, economic resilience, and environmental sustainability, rigorous empirical evidence remains scarce. Quantifying these benefits would provide stronger scientific support for promoting vitality-oriented urban policies and interventions.
Second, there is a pressing need to investigate the causal relationships between the built environment and urban vitality. Much existing literature has focused on identifying correlations, leaving causal linkages largely underexplored. Future research should adopt robust causal inference methods, such as longitudinal analysis, quasi-experimental designs, and natural experiments, to determine how changes in urban form and design directly impact urban vitality levels.
Third, research should be expanded to examine the resilience of urban vitality under external shocks and disturbances. Recent events, including global public health crises, climate change-related extreme weather events, and socio-economic disruptions, have posed serious challenges to sustaining urban vitality. Understanding how cities can adapt, absorb, and recover from such shocks, and identifying factors that strengthen vitality resilience, will be crucial for future urban governance and planning.
In conclusion, by providing a comprehensive and comparative review of the evolution of urban vitality research in both Chinese and English contexts, this study not only deepens our understanding of historical developments but also bridges knowledge gaps between different research traditions. It lays a solid foundation for future innovation and contributes valuable insights for academic inquiry and practical applications. This work charts the historical path and current state of urban vitality research and points toward promising avenues for future exploration and theoretical advancement. |
| Key words: urban vitality literature review Chinese and English literature built environment |
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