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Are you interested in the quality of the design research that we do? Then this might be the place for you... Romain Pinquié, Jaap Daalhuizen, Joshua D. Summers and I are in the process of developing a proposal for a special interest group focused on design research quality. Our initial goals are to: >> Identify key research quality needs within the The Design Society and Design Research Society (DRS) communities, leveraging the work already done as part of the Design Research Notes and Benchmarks in Design Research to develop an actionable set of research quality projects for the next 2-5 years. >> Bring together research quality initiatives across the field to provide a more coherent focal point for these discussions as well as more accessible resources for the community. >> Build a common community around research quality that links Design Society and DRS researchers. Ultimately we want this to be a group that platforms quality discussions, enables researchers to find what they need to improve the quality for their work, and generally helps the community! If you would be interested in this project, as a contributor or as someone who might use such resources e.g., to help in their PhD, in study design, or just taking your work to the next level then... Email Romain Pinquié and I and we can keep you in the loop! romain.pinquie@grenoble-inp.fr philip.cash@northumbria.ac.uk #designresearch #designresearchmethods #researchmethodology #interdisciplinaryresearch #researchquality #researchethics Academy for Design Innovation Management Design Council

Tomorrow, at RMIT Europe in Barcelona, Spain. ‘BUILDING AUDIENCES — Research, communicate, act’ is an investigation of the imperative of linking academic research in design with various publics to inspire action, exploring how urban research holds the power to not only inform but also to spark change. The study unfolds through the lens of the author’s extensive career, spanning academia, publishing, and curation. Reflecting on key projects, the narrative distills individual agency within collaborative processes, examines negotiation in a public context, and traces an evolution in engaging diverse “publics.” ‘Research, communicate, act’ proposes a transition from a focus solely on the disciplinary aspects of architecture and design to addressing urgent societal challenges. It explores the architect’s role as an agent in building trust within disempowered public spheres, emphasizing collaborative efforts and exchanges. The findings contribute to understanding the transformative potential of communicating academic research to wider publics through publications, exhibitions, public installations, and diverse formats. The narrative underscores the necessity of design to engage with experts, scholars, and practitioners from various fields, forging connections between design, science, and politics. ‘BUILDING AUDIENCES — Research, communicate, act’ claims the architect’s role as editor, curator, and educator, capable of pushing, persuading, and directing efforts towards pieces that inspire action. In these unprecedented times of overwhelming challenges, including the climate crisis, successive humanitarian crises, and the pressing need to develop more liveable and just cities, it is crucial for architecture and design to engage the “publics” in decision-making processes that shape the world we desire. ‘BuILDING AUDIENCES — Research, communicate, act’ invites individuals to confront discomfort and act, offering valuable insights into the dynamic interplay of interdisciplinary collaboration, doubt, conviction, trust, and the evolving role of design. Knowledge is a catalyst, and we’re on a mission to ensure it catalyzes transformation. Let’s act.

🟣🟡𝗣𝗵𝗗 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝗮𝘁 𝗗𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 🟣🟡 We are excited to share with the Design Society community that the PhD Forum, a key event at the DESIGN 2024 conference, has gained an overwhelming response from our young members. This initiative, meticulously organized by the Design Society, aims to foster a dynamic and supportive environment specifically for PhD students. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗗 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁: The Ph.D. Forum is designed to spark vibrant discussions, providing a platform for young researchers to exchange insights and explore diverse research methodologies. The forum offers unparalleled opportunities for emerging scholars to engage with experts, discuss personal research topics and methodologies, and navigate potential challenges. Emphasizing the value of networking, the forum facilitates connections among PhD students and design research experts, fostering academic and professional development. Limited to 20 PhD students to ensure a quality experience, the event has received an overwhelming number of applications, reflecting the enthusiastic participation of our young community members. Although applications are now closed, the initiative highlights the Design Society's commitment to nurturing the next generation of designers and researchers. Led by Massimo Panarotto and Lou Grimal with the support of Phil Cash, the PhD Forum represents not just an event but a pivotal stepping stone for young researchers aspiring to make a significant impact in the design research field. ⏱️ DESIGN 2024 countdown: 3️⃣ 8️⃣ days #DESIGN2024conference #DESIGN2024 #DESIGNConference #PhDForum #DesignSociety #YoungResearchers

𝗗𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 📢🟣🟡 A significant milestone has been reached for the DESIGN 2024 conference. All 305 papers accepted and registered for the conference have been sent to our publishing partner, Cambridge University Press. This progression ensures that groundbreaking research and innovative ideas will be showcased to the global design community. By moving forward with the publishing process, the collective knowledge and insights that have emerged from a rigorous selection process are one step closer to being shared. DESIGN 2024 received more than 500 submissions, highlighting the event's popularity and the high calibre of research within the community. Notably, 15% of these submissions were desk-rejected by the Programme Chairs before the review stage. Of those reviewed, 71% were accepted. This rigorous selection process is a testament to the competitive nature of Design Society events. ⏱️ DESIGN 2024 countdown: 4️⃣7️⃣ days #DESIGN2024conference #DESIGN2024 #DESIGNConference #DesignSociety

Next week, I'll be at the VALA conference in Melbourne speaking about Libraries, Technology, and the Future! The once and future librarian. Librarians are vanguards of infotech. Struggling with legacy systems accumulated alongside precious collections of books, journals, tools, and toys. Watching waves of uncertainty in a world newly obsessed with AI, we may well wonder what’s next. Let’s pause and reflect on the journey that got us here. Let’s examine the messy middle of our present. Let’s do more than imagine where to go now. Let’s re-make the future. Let’s iterate, and re-iterate. The Open Practice Library has no books, no bricks, no mortar. It has no systems to manage loans. It’s a collection of practices, open to all to use, to study, to change, and to share. In this closing address, Donna Benjamin will invite attendees to take the first step into their own future, empowered by their own legacy, enabled by open practices, and fueled with optimistic intent for what’s possible. https://lnkd.in/guzWZECA

Wittenborg has recently partnered with Openresearch Amsterdam, a renowned knowledge platform focused on sharing and promoting research connected to Amsterdam. The partnership was made possible through Wittenborg’s Research Centre after being invited by Caroline Nevejan, director of OpenResearch.Amsterdam. Wittenborg Professor Prof. dr. Ad Kil emphasises that the platform supports the dissemination of knowledge that contributes to implementing policies in #Amsterdam. “We are very pleased to join this important research network and excited about the opportunity to collaborate with relevant partners,” he said. #SharingKnowledge #StrongPartnerships

"Utopias are laboratories for imagining new ways to be in the world. They are also moral dilemmas. Presenting us with scenarios to test what we value. [...] The importance of actively asking ourselves what we value, what we hold up as our ideal in the contemporary moment, cannot be overstated. Especially in the in-between times. During a cultural interregnum, the active pursuit of utopia is not a vehicle to ferry us to a destination but an iterative process of discovery into what that destination might look like. How do we build worlds of tomorrow? Can we normalize the pursuit of utopia? We once did. [...] Have we forgotten how to imagine what a better future can look like? It is healthy to think about the future. To struggle with it, to contemplate it, to safely build up and tear down models—both literal and figurative—for the kind of society we strive to become. These are acts of design." (Seth Goldeberg) "... as the future hasn't happened yet, I guess that's up to you..." (Toshikazu Kawaguchi) #bookworm #bookshelf #futuresliteracy #futuresthinking #futuresstudies #futuresdesign #futuresofeducation

Mark your calendars for Great 2024 on April 1st! The GREAT Symposium empowers trainees to showcase research & master communication. It's your chance to compete in flash talks, debates, & presentations for grants & prizes. Learn more. https://lnkd.in/dCQwE7Mq 🚀Follow us now for more exclusive content & updates!💡 #Event #EventAlert #technology #DailyDose #FollowUs #StayTuned #StayConnected #trending #trendingnow #trendingpost #explore #explorepage #TechDogs

Cumulus Monterrey 2024 conference is looking for reviewers! Enroll by May 10! We are looking for volunteer peer reviewers to undertake a double-blind review of the submissions for the Cumulus Monterrey 2024 conference. Read the whole call and application guidelines here https://lnkd.in/dBaKFW_Y. The theme of the conference is Design Across Borders: United in Creativity. The following four tracks are planned and we seek reviewers who are knowledgeable in one or more of these areas:   Track 1: Design for Change Social Innovation | Co-creation | Participative Design | Sustainability | Diversity, Inclusion and Equity | Climate Change | Inclusive Business Models | Circular Economy   Track 2: Speculative Futures Future of Art and Design | Technology | Immersive Experiences and Virtual Realities | Artificial Intelligence   Track 3: Education in Art and Design Educational Innovation | Interdisciplinarity | Global Collaborations | Digital Transformation   Track 4: Translocality Global South | North-South Borders | Migration, Immigration and Displacement | Decolonization   For more information on the conference, the call for participation, accepted formats and key dates, please check the conference website: https://lnkd.in/dxdSP79t. 

Excitement for the Elsevier Impact Conference 2025 begins! For more information on how Elsevier is evolving our User Group Conferences in 2025, see below. #Pure #Interfolio #Digitalcommons #RIMS #EIC2025