Event

We are delighted to welcome Dr. Sjaan Koppel from the Monash University Accident Research Centre (MUARC) to discuss her research about elderly drivers. Dr. Koppel, an Associate Professor at MUARC with a PhD in Psychophysiology, is a leading expert in traffic safety and the mobility needs of vulnerable road users.

With a rapidly ageing population, the number of older drivers is expected to rise significantly in the coming decades. While driving remains essential for older adults' independence, mobility, and well-being, age-related declines in sensory, cognitive, and physical abilities may affect driving performance and heighten crash risk. This presentation examines the intersection of ageing, older driver licensing policies, and safe mobility. It underscores the challenges of balancing older drivers’ mobility needs with community safety concerns, emphasising evidence-based strategies for this growing demographic to promote safe mobility.

Practical Information

SAFER Thursday lunch seminars are held both at the SAFER office, Lindholmspiren 3A (second floor), and online via Microsoft Teams. 

• In-person attendance: Lunch will be provided at the SAFER office, Lindholmen Science Park, starting at 11:30 AM. The seminar will then be held in a hybrid format from 12:00 to 12:45 PM. Registration is required for lunch. Please register for lunch by 12:00 PM on the Tuesday before the seminar. 
• Online attendance: No registration is needed. Simply join via the Microsoft Teams link sent to all SAFER partners ahead of the event. The seminar is held in a hybrid format from 12:00 to 12:45 PM.

Questions?: Get in touch with our office manager Sophia Guerra Ekesand: ekesand@chalmers.se

This event is open to all SAFER partners. Welcome!