Living labs take a geographical scope to examine new solutions, with multidisciplinary teams and diverse partners, in order to advance the biggest priorities facing modern society. Springfield is this living lab.

As a city, it is small enough to be shaped by its people, adaptable and open to influence, where researchers genuinely engage with people and places to build capacity and have impact.

It brings together local people, schools, health services, organisations and researchers to better understand what supports health and wellbeing in everyday life.

We use this shared knowledge to design and test practical solutions in real-world settings, and to learn what works over time.

Rather than one-off programs, the Living Lab is a long-term approach. We listen, act, learn, and improve continuously, so that changes are meaningful and lasting.