Jordana Maisel

About Jordana Maisel

Associate Professor, Department of Urban and Regional Planning;

Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, School of Architecture and Planning

Director of the Center for Inclusive Design and Environmental Access (IDEA)

Education:

PhD in Industrial and Systems Engineering, University at Buffalo, 2014;

Master of Urban Planning, University at Buffalo, 2004;

BS in Human Development and Family Studies, Cornell University, 2000

Areas of Expertise

Inclusionary and Accessibility Planning

Selected Publications

• Choi, J., Maisel, J.L. (2025). Comparing user experiences with traditional ADA paratransit and on-demand mobility services. Transportation Research Interdisciplinary Perspectives, Volume 33, 101562, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.trip....
• Gregg, K., Maisel, J. (2025).  Cutting Across the Curb – a review of recent developments in municipal curb management policy in America and Canada. Journal of Transport Policy (JTRP-D-24-00971R1). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tran...Holtan, M., 
• Bowen, E., Maisel, J., and Riva, M. (2024). Housing for care, connection, and health equity. Health & place, 90, 103383. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heal... 
• Choi, J., Maisel, J., Perez, B., and Paquet, V. (2023). Video Observations and LATV Operator Evaluations of Two Wheelchair Securement Systems. Transportation Research Record.
• Choi, J. and Maisel, J.L. (2022). Assessing the Implementation of On-Demand Transportation Services for People with Disabilities. Transportation Research Record. 03611981211067976
• Maisel, J.L., Baek, S-R., and Choi, J. (2021). Evaluating Users’ Perceptions of a Main Street Corridor: Before and After a Complete Street Project. Journal of Transport & Health, 23, 101276. 
• Steinfeld, E. and Maisel, J.L. (2012). Universal Design: Creating Inclusive Environments. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley & Sons.

Recent Courses Taught

• ARC623/URP558: Designing Inclusive Environments (Fall 2012-present)
• END308: Health and Urban Environments (Spring 2021-present)