Strategic Merger Strengthens Our Leadership in Evidence-Based Transport Policy, Active Environments and Evaluation

We’re excited to announce the launch of Mosodi Research, a dedicated division that marks a major step forward in our mission to advance sustainable mobility and evidence-led placemaking across the UK. Formed through a strategic merger, this new arm strengthens our ability to deliver rigorous evaluation, inclusive engagement, and actionable policy insight for our clients and communities.

Rooted in Sheffield’s proud tradition of research excellence and civic innovation, Mosodi Research combines academic rigour with consultancy agility. Our division is led by two sector experts with nearly 50 years of combined experience in academic research:

Ed Ferrari, Director of Research – Offers more than 25 years of leadership in applied policy research, including his tenure as Professor and Director at the Centre for Regional Economic and Social Research (CRESR) at Sheffield Hallam University.

Maxine Gregory, Head of Research – Brings over 20 years’ experience of evaluation spanning the health, wellbeing, education, and active environment sectors.

With a proven track record of high-quality delivery and impact, including work with every UK local authority, Mosodi Research is setting new benchmarks in mixed-methods evaluation and physical activity research, especially in active travel. Our team’s deep sector knowledge and practical understanding of local challenges and opportunities continue to reinforce Mosodi’s reputation for innovation, reliability, and impact.

This expansion empowers our clients to make informed decisions and create sustainable, people-focused places, while quantifying the impact and value of their programmes and investments. Through tailored, evidence-based insights, Mosodi Research is ready to shape the future of mobility with data-driven analysis, collaborative engagement, and a steadfast commitment to smarter, more sustainable transport solutions and active places.

Want to learn more about how Mosodi Research can support your projects? Get in touch with our team, we’d love to hear from you.