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Tommi Inkinen is a leading geographer and urban researcher whose work bridges the frontiers of technology, society, and the environment. His primary research areas include the impacts of automation on urban ecosystems, transport geography, and the digital transformation of cities. Inkinen’s most notable contribution is his co-authored global horizon scan on the future impacts of robotics and autonomous systems on urban ecosystems, which has garnered 87 citations and is widely recognized for its forward-looking synthesis of ecological and technological change. This work, alongside his broader portfolio, has shaped policy discussions on smart cities and sustainable mobility. Inkinen’s research is distinguished by its interdisciplinary approach, integrating spatial analysis with socio-technical theory to forecast how emerging technologies will reshape urban life. His impact is reflected in a growing citation record that underscores his influence on both academic discourse and practical urban planning. For students and researchers, Inkinen’s work offers a vital roadmap for understanding the complex interplay between innovation and ecological resilience in the 21st-century city.