Foreword Preface Acknowledgements Introduction to ICSU, UNU, IAP & IUE 1 Background 2 Introduction: Urban Trans formations and Health 3 Context and Relevance:Why Cities and Why Urban Health? 4 Policy Relevance and Decision Making 5 A Systems Approach to Urban Health and Wellbeing 6 Implementing the Systems Approach:a Conceptual Framework 7 Vision and Goals of a Science Programme on a Systems Approach to Urban Health and Wellbeing 8 Guiding Principles and Thematic Areas 9 The Kind of City People Want Glossary References Index