Overview
Background
Dr Thomas Sigler is an Associate Professor of Human Geography, with a focus on urban and economic geography. He holds a PhD and MSc from the Pennsylvania State University, and a BA from the University of Southern California. He is Deputy Head of School in the School of the Environment, and is a Guest Professor of Geography at the University of Luxembourg. Dr Sigler has published more than 100 peer-reviewed papers on topics relating to urban growth and development, economic connectivity, urban planning, and the sharing economy with collaborators in Asia, Europe, Australia and North America. These publications appear in a wide range of academic journals, including Urban Geography, Environment and Planning A, PLoS One, Urban Studies, Regional Studies, Journal of Geography, International Journal of Urban and Regional Research (IJURR), and the Bulletin of Latin American Research. Dr Sigler is an editorial board member of Urban Geography, Finance & Space, Global Networks and Geographical Research.
Availability
- Dr Thomas Sigler is:
- Available for supervision
- Media expert
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts, University of Southern California
- Masters (Research) of Science, Pennsylvania State University
- Doctor of Philosophy, Pennsylvania State University
Research interests
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Short-Term Rentals
I am interested in how Airbnb and other digital platforms have altered the global accommodation landscape.
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Housing
I study the dynamic interaction between property and population, with regard to both global and local pressures and constraints.
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Daylight Saving
I am interested in solving the world's vexatious 'time zone problem'.
Research impacts
Dr Sigler is a recognised global expert on Airbnb and short-term rentals, and housing, transport & urban development issues. Over the past decade, he has provided expertise to the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads, the Queensland Department of Tourism and Sport, and the Queensland Department of State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning. Dr Sigler regularly appears on Australian television and radio, and has been featured in The Guardian, The Atlantic, South China Morning Post, ABC, The Australian, The Age, Courier-Mail, Brisbane Times, Sydney Morning Herald and the Australian Financial Review.
Works
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2016
Journal Article
Extending beyond ‘world cities’ in World City Network (WCN) research: urban positionality and economic linkages through the Australia-based corporate network
Sigler, Thomas J. and Martinus, Kirsten (2016). Extending beyond ‘world cities’ in World City Network (WCN) research: urban positionality and economic linkages through the Australia-based corporate network. Environment and Planning A, 49 (12), 2916-2937. doi: 10.1177/0308518X16659478
2016
Journal Article
Evaluating urban sustainability potential based on material flow analysis of inputs and outputs: A case study in Jinchang City, China
Li, Ying, Beeton, R. J. S., Halog, Anthony and Sigler, Thomas (2016). Evaluating urban sustainability potential based on material flow analysis of inputs and outputs: A case study in Jinchang City, China. Resources, Conservation and Recycling, 110, 87-98. doi: 10.1016/j.resconrec.2016.03.023
2016
Other Outputs
Brisbane Metro: Planning experts point out problems in subway plan
Sigler, Thomas and Searle, Glen (2016, 06 15). Brisbane Metro: Planning experts point out problems in subway plan The Courier-Mail
2016
Book Chapter
Hong Kong as an offshore trading hub
Sigler, Thomas J. and Zhao, Simon X. B. (2016). Hong Kong as an offshore trading hub. The local impact of globalization in South and Southeast Asia: offshore business processes in services. (pp. 94-109) edited by Bart Lambregts, Niels Beerepoot and Robert C. Kloosterman. Abingdon, United Kingdom: Routledge. doi: 10.4324/9781315772776-16
2016
Book Chapter
Cities of middle America and the Caribbean
Albandoz, Roberto, Brothers, Tim, Dixon, Seth, Escamilla, Irma, Scarpaci, Joseph L. and Sigler, Thomas (2016). Cities of middle America and the Caribbean. Cities of the world: regional patterns and urban environments. (pp. 97-135) edited by Stanley D. Brunn, Jessica K. Graybill, Maureen Hays-Mitchell and Donald J. Zeigler. Lanham, MD, United States: Rowman & Littlefield.
2016
Book Chapter
Boomtown globalising: Perth as an international connected resource hub
Martinus, Kirsten and Sigler, Thomas (2016). Boomtown globalising: Perth as an international connected resource hub. Planning boomtown and beyond. (pp. 27-42) edited by Sharon Biermann, Doina Olaru and Valerià Paül. Perth, WA, Australia: UWA Publishing.
2016
Book Chapter
Spatial mobility patterns of overseas graduates in Australia
Tang, Angelina Zhi Rou, Rowe, Francisco, Corcoran, Jonathan and Sigler, Thomas (2016). Spatial mobility patterns of overseas graduates in Australia. Demography for planning and policy: Australian case studies. (pp. 175-195) edited by Tom Wilson, Elin Charles-Edwards and Martin Bell. Cham, Switzerland: Springer. doi: 10.1007/978-3-319-22135-9_10
2015
Journal Article
Modelling the transition toward urban sustainability: a case study of the industrial city of Jinchang, China
Li, Ying, Beeton, R. J. S., Sigler, Thomas and Halog, Anthony (2015). Modelling the transition toward urban sustainability: a case study of the industrial city of Jinchang, China. Journal of Cleaner Production, 134, 22-30. doi: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2015.10.053
2015
Journal Article
Metropolitan land-use patterns by economic function: a spatial analysis of firm headquarters and branch office locations in Australian cities
Sigler, Thomas, Searle, Glen, Martinus, Kirsten and Tonts, Matthew (2015). Metropolitan land-use patterns by economic function: a spatial analysis of firm headquarters and branch office locations in Australian cities. Urban Geography, 37 (3), 416-435. doi: 10.1080/02723638.2015.1075318
2015
Other Outputs
Perth the big player in Australia’s global energy scene
Martinus, Kirsten and Sigler, Thomas (2015, 08 19). Perth the big player in Australia’s global energy scene Business News Western Australia
2015
Journal Article
Strategic globalizing centers and sub-network geometries: A social network analysis of multi-scalar energy networks
Martinus, Kirsten, Sigler, Thomas J., Searle, Glen and Tonts, Matthew (2015). Strategic globalizing centers and sub-network geometries: A social network analysis of multi-scalar energy networks. Geoforum, 64, 78-89. doi: 10.1016/j.geoforum.2015.06.006
2015
Journal Article
Sustainability from a Chinese cultural perspective: the implications of harmonious development in environmental management
Li, Ying, Cheng, Hao, Beeton, R. J. S., Sigler, Thomas and Halog, Anthony (2015). Sustainability from a Chinese cultural perspective: the implications of harmonious development in environmental management. Environment, Development and Sustainability, 18 (3), 679-696. doi: 10.1007/s10668-015-9671-9
2015
Journal Article
The Panama Canal Zone: a historical revisionist's perspective
Sigler, Thomas (2015). The Panama Canal Zone: a historical revisionist's perspective. Postcolonial Studies doi: 10.1080/13688790.2015.1027139
2015
Journal Article
Transnational gentrification: Globalisation and neighbourhood change in Panama’s Casco Antiguo
Sigler, Thomas and Wachsmuth, David (2015). Transnational gentrification: Globalisation and neighbourhood change in Panama’s Casco Antiguo. Urban Studies, 53 (4), 705-722. doi: 10.1177/0042098014568070
2015
Conference Publication
Green urbanism in Australia: an evaluation of green building rating schemes
Holz, Jessica L. and Sigler, Thomas J. (2015). Green urbanism in Australia: an evaluation of green building rating schemes. State of Australian Cities National Conference, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia, 9-11 December 2015. State of Australian Cities Research Network.
2015
Conference Publication
An exploratory analysis of Brisbane’s commuter travel patterns using smart card data
Wei, Ming, Liu, Yan and Sigler, Thomas J. (2015). An exploratory analysis of Brisbane’s commuter travel patterns using smart card data. State of Australian Cities National Conference, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia, 9-11 December 2015. State of Australian Cities Research Network.
2015
Conference Publication
One City, Many Networks: Brisbane’s Global Position within Multiple Flows
Sigler, Thomas (2015). One City, Many Networks: Brisbane’s Global Position within Multiple Flows. State of Australian Cities Conference, Gold Coast, Australia, 9-11 December 2015. State of Australian Cities Research Network.
2014
Journal Article
The Heterogeneous Isthmus: Transnationalism and Cultural Differentiation in Panama
Sigler, Thomas J., Amen, Kali-Ahset and Dwyer, K. Angelique (2014). The Heterogeneous Isthmus: Transnationalism and Cultural Differentiation in Panama. Bulletin of Latin American Research, 34 (2), 229-244. doi: 10.1111/blar.12266
2014
Journal Article
Where are the overseas graduates staying on? Overseas graduate migration and rural attachment in Australia
Tang, Angelina Zhi Rou, Rowe, Francisco, Corcoran, Jonathan and Sigler, Thomas (2014). Where are the overseas graduates staying on? Overseas graduate migration and rural attachment in Australia. Applied Geography, 53, 66-76. doi: 10.1016/j.apgeog.2014.06.004
2014
Journal Article
Panama as palimpsest: the reformulation of the 'transit corridor' in a global economy
Sigler, Thomas J. (2014). Panama as palimpsest: the reformulation of the 'transit corridor' in a global economy. International Journal of Urban and Regional Research, 38 (3), 886-902. doi: 10.1111/1468-2427.12132
Funding
Current funding
Supervision
Availability
- Dr Thomas Sigler is:
- Available for supervision
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Available projects
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How does working from home (WFH) impact cities?
Students are invited to express their interest in studying the spatial implications of the recent shift to large-scale remote work. This may be carried out in the Australian context, or in any other global context. Funding is contingent upon successful scholarship award.
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The Globalisation of Social Class
Students are invited to express their interest in studying spatial differentiation in social class from a cross-cultural perspective with regard to recent globalisation-induced shifts. This may be carried out in the Australian context, or in any other global context. Funding is contingent upon successful scholarship award.
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Airbnb and Cities
Students are invited to express their interest in studying how short-term rentals impact urban housing markets. This may be carried out in the Australian context, or in any other global context. Funding is contingent upon successful scholarship award.
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Globalisation and Networks
Students are invited to express their interest in studying how global firms are connected through financial networks. Funding is contingent upon successful scholarship award.
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How does working from home (WFH) impact cities?
Students are invited to express their interest in studying the spatial implications of the recent shift to large-scale remote work. This may be carried out in the Australian context, or in any other global context. Funding is contingent upon successful scholarship award.
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The Globalisation of Social Class
Students are invited to express their interest in studying spatial differentiation in social class from a cross-cultural perspective with regard to recent globalisation-induced shifts. This may be carried out in the Australian context, or in any other global context. Funding is contingent upon successful scholarship award.
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Airbnb and Cities
Students are invited to express their interest in studying how short-term rentals impact urban housing markets. This may be carried out in the Australian context, or in any other global context. Funding is contingent upon successful scholarship award.
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Globalisation and Networks
Students are invited to express their interest in studying how global firms are connected through financial networks. Funding is contingent upon successful scholarship award.
Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Ghost Kitchens and Urban Dynamics: Implications for Urban Planning and the Future of Drone Delivery
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Jonathan Corcoran
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Doctor Philosophy
A comparative study of housing affordability issues in China and Australia
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Julia Loginova, Dr Matthew Curry
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Doctor Philosophy
Urban Consolidation through Densification: the Constraints of Existing Property Boundaries
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Ms Stephanie Wyeth
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Doctor Philosophy
Urban consolidation through densification: are existing planning tools effective at delivering urban transformation?
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Ms Stephanie Wyeth
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Doctor Philosophy
Digital Deconcentration and the Changing Face of American Cities: Examining the Effects of Working from Home on America¿s Post-pandemic Urbanisation.
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Dorina Pojani
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Doctor Philosophy
Two Decades of Change in the Australian Labourscape
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Elin Charles-Edwards
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Doctor Philosophy
Settlement and internal migration patterns of immigrants
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Tomasz Zajac, Associate Professor Aude Bernard
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Doctor Philosophy
Affordable Housing Policies in Indonesia: Evaluations Analysis of National Programs (BSPS, FLPP and SSB)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Sonia Roitman
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Doctor Philosophy
Affordable Housing Policies in Indonesia: Evaluations Analysis of National Programs (BSPS, FLPP and SSB)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Sonia Roitman
Completed supervision
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
The impacts of contemporary economic restructuring on the geography of employment in Australia
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Elin Charles-Edwards
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
The sharing economy and its diffusion between and within cities: Case of a home-sharing platform
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Jonathan Corcoran
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
"We have lived together longer than the average Australian family" Understanding the Intentional Community Living Arrangements
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Elin Charles-Edwards
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Situating Individuals' Subjective Needs and Aspirations within the Wider Context of the Housing Market
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Peter Walters
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2019
Master Philosophy
Property Boundary Change for Residential Development: A study of Brisbane, Australia
Principal Advisor
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Understanding the settlement, internal migration, and regional retention of immigrants in Australia
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Tomasz Zajac, Associate Professor Aude Bernard
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Networks of Qajar Commerce: The Tabriz Grand Bazaar within the Globalising World of the Nineteenth Century
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Manu P. Sobti
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Investigating the influence of weather on public transport passenger's travel behaviour
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Jonathan Corcoran
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2018
Doctor Philosophy
Spatial Evolution and Settlement Pathways of Mainland China-born Migrants in Australia
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Jonathan Corcoran
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2017
Doctor Philosophy
Enhancing the Understanding of Urban Systems for Sustainability Transition: A Study of Urban Environmental Management in the Natural Resource-Based Industrial City of Jinchang, China
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Anthony Halog, Dr Bob Beeton
Media
Enquiries
Contact Dr Thomas Sigler directly for media enquiries about:
- Airbnb
- Cities
- Daylight Saving
- Daylight Saving Time
- Economic Geography
- Housing
- Land Use Planning
- Population Growth
- Sharing Economy
- Urban Geography
- Urban Planning
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