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• Intellectual Property Law
• Legal History
• Copyright Law
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Professor Isabella Alexander is a distinguished legal historian and intellectual property scholar at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Faculty of Law. She specializes in copyright law with a particular focus on its historical dimensions and application to cartography and visual works. As a leading researcher in her field, she holds significant research grants including ARC Discovery projects on copyright law in the 21st century and copyright in cartography. Her educational background includes: PhD from the University of Cambridge LLB (Hons) from the Australian National University BA (Hons) from the Australian National University Professor Alexander's research explores how laws inform and regulate the creation, circulation and reception of knowledge and culture from a historical perspective. Her work bridges legal history with contemporary intellectual property challenges, particularly in areas of copyright for visual works, cartography, and digital creativity. She has made significant contributions to understanding the historical development of copyright principles and their application to modern technological contexts. An analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on the intersection of copyright law with visual culture, cartography, and emerging digital challenges including AI-generated content and memes. Her work demonstrates a clear trajectory toward interdisciplinary approaches that connect historical legal frameworks with contemporary technological and cultural phenomena, showing increasing engagement with how historical understanding can inform solutions to modern intellectual property challenges. Her notable scientific achievements include: 2023 LSAANZ Award for published scholarly book/monograph for "Copyright and Cartography: History, Law, and the Circulation of Geographical Knowledge" Professor Alexander has secured significant research funding as Lead Chief Investigator on the ARC Discovery grant "Hacking Copyright Law in the 21st Century: Art, Law, History and Technology" and as sole Chief Investigator on "Copyright and Cartography: Understanding the past, shaping the future." She has actively contributed to policy development through submissions to the Australian Productivity Commission's Inquiry into IP Arrangements and on addressing copyright infringement online through secondary liability and website blocking mechanisms. She currently serves as President of the Australian and New Zealand Law and History Society and is a member of the Governing Board of the International Society for the History and Theory of Intellectual Property, demonstrating her leadership and influence in both national and international academic communities.

Johannes ZachhuberView profile

Professor

• Theology
• Philosophy of Religion
• Late Antiquity Theology
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Professor Johannes Zachhuber holds a professorship in Historical and Systematic Theology at the University of Oxford's Faculty of Theology and Religion. His research focuses on modern and postmodern theology, the Continental tradition of philosophy of religion (Kant, Schleiermacher, Hegel), theology of late antiquity, 19th-century theology, religion and politics, and theories of secularization. He examines theological institutions' role in shaping modern discourse while addressing contemporary debates on secularity. His scholarly work bridges historical theology with systematic inquiry, analyzing figures like Schleiermacher, Gregory of Nyssa, and Baur. Recent publications include studies on early Christian cosmology, Schleiermacher’s theology, and Baur’s historicist approach. He critiques secularization narratives and explores patristic thought’s philosophical dimensions. Publications span monographs, edited volumes, and reviews, reflecting his interdisciplinary engagement with theology’s historical and philosophical foundations. He contributes to debates on theology’s role in modern academia and society, emphasizing the interplay between historical context and theological reflection.

Tim Van de CruysView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Computational Linguistics
• Natural Language Processing
• Computational Semantics
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Tim Van de Cruys is a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Arts, KU Leuven, serving as Head of the Centre for Computational Linguistics (CCL). He maintains significant affiliations with LECTIO (KU Leuven Institute for the Study of the Transmission of Texts, Ideas and Images), Leuven.AI (KU Leuven Institute for Artificial Intelligence), and LILI (KU Leuven Interdisciplinary Language Institute). His work bridges computational linguistics, artificial intelligence, and humanities research with practical applications across multiple disciplines. Dr. Van de Cruys specializes in computational semantics and creative language generation, with particular expertise in applying NLP techniques to historical and classical texts. His research spans multiple domains including: Natural Language Processing for ancient languages (Latin, Ancient Greek) Computational approaches to lexical and compositional semantics Large language models and their applications in humanities research Creative language generation and human-AI collaboration Named entity recognition and disambiguation in historical contexts Non-autoregressive modeling for sequential generation tasks His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on applying cutting-edge NLP techniques to humanities challenges, particularly in processing ancient languages. He frequently employs transformer models to address named entity recognition, word sense discrimination, and semantic analysis in low-resource language contexts. His work consistently bridges formal linguistic theory with practical computational applications, creating valuable tools for digital humanities scholars. As promotor and co-promotor on numerous research projects extending through 2029, Dr. Van de Cruys supervises PhD students working at the AI-humanities intersection. His current major projects include "Living Corpora" (exploring human-AI collaboration in digital humanities), "Stochastic processes and non-autoregressive models for sequential generation," and "NIKAW" (exploring knowledge networks from classical antiquity). These projects demonstrate his commitment to advancing both theoretical understanding and practical applications of computational linguistics. He teaches various courses including Computational Linguistics, Scripting Languages, Programming for Humanities, Computational Creativity, and AI for Humanities, training students to work at this critical interdisciplinary crossroads. His leadership of the Centre for Computational Linguistics positions him at the forefront of computational linguistics research in Belgium, where he continues to expand the boundaries of what's possible at the intersection of language, computation, and humanistic inquiry.

Catherine ElginView profile

Professor

• Epistemology
• Philosophy of Art
• Philosophy of Science
• +8 more

Catherine Z. Elgin is a Professor of the Philosophy of Education at Harvard University's Graduate School of Education since 1996. She holds a Ph.D. from Brandeis University (1975) and has taught at MIT, Princeton, Wellesley, Dartmouth, UNC Chapel Hill, Michigan State, Simmons, and Vassar prior to her Harvard appointment. Literary executor for Nelson Goodman and Jonathan Adler Research focuses on epistemology , philosophy of art , and philosophy of science Argues that understanding (not knowledge) should be epistemology's central concern Research Trends across her publications reveal: Epistemic value of fiction and imagination Interdisciplinary connections between art, science, and philosophy Critique of analytic/synthetic distinctions Perspectival approaches to scientific representation Conceptual analysis of exemplification and metaphor Epistemic normativity in educational contexts Scientific Awards & Editorial Involvement : Elected to American Academy of Arts & Sciences (2023) Advisory Board, American Philosophical Association Committee on the Philosophy of Education Editorial Board, American Philosophical Quarterly Editorial Board, International Journal for the Philosophy of Science Academic Leadership : Teaches courses in philosophy of education Maintains active research program through Harvard's DASH repository Collaborates with educators across Harvard's schools including the Center for Ethics and the Professions

Kevin CrowstonView profile

Professor

• Information Systems
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Organizations
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Kevin Crowston is a Distinguished Professor of Information Science at Syracuse University's School of Information Studies (iSchool), where he examines how information technology enables new organizational forms through empirical studies, theoretical modeling, and system design. His work focuses on coordination-intensive processes in virtual settings, with significant contributions to citizen science, data science teamwork, and journalism transformation. Education A.B. in Applied Mathematics (Computer Science), Harvard University, 1984 Ph.D. in Information Technologies, MIT Sloan School of Management, 1991 Research Focus : Crowston investigates coordination mechanisms in human-AI collaboration, particularly through projects like Gravity Spy (combining citizen scientists with machine learning for gravitational wave analysis) and journalism innovation (e.g., ReelFramer for AI-assisted news-to-video translation). His framework addresses how intelligent systems reshape work design, knowledge production, and team dynamics in scientific and media contexts. Publication Trends : Recent articles (2024-2025) reveal three dominant threads: (1) Human-AI co-creation in journalism (deskilling/upskilling dynamics, creative tool adoption), (2) Citizen science evolution with AI (co-learning systems, lexical entrainment), and (3) Socio-technical governance of intelligent machines (control-accountability alignment, project archetypes). These reflect his central inquiry into how technology reconfigures work structures. Scientific Recognition ACM Distinguished Speaker Research Leadership : Crowston currently directs two major NSF initiatives: (1) HCC grant 21-06865 on intelligent support for non-expert information navigation, and (2) FW-HTF grant 21-29047 exploring human-technology collaboration in journalism. He spearheaded a Research Coordination Network establishing socio-technical frameworks for work in the age of intelligent machines, culminating in a special issue of Information, Technology & People . Collaborative Infrastructure : He co-leads the Gravity Spy citizen science ecosystem (integrating LIGO physicists, machine learning systems, and volunteers) and serves as co-editor-in-chief of Information, Technology and People , previously editing ACM Transactions on Social Computing . His MIDST platform research advances stigmergic coordination for data science teams.

David De RoureView profile

Professor

• Digital Scholarship
• Cybersecurity
• Artificial Intelligence
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David De Roure is Professor of e-Research at the University of Oxford and Academic Director of both the Digital Scholarship initiative and the Laboratory for AI Security Research. He is also an Honorary Research Professor at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM), where he serves as Technical Director of the Centre for Practice & Research in Science & Music (PRiSM). His work bridges computer science, digital humanities, cybersecurity, and music through his distinctive interdisciplinary approach. De Roure received his PhD in 1990 supervised by David W Barron and Peter Henderson, with research in Lisp and distributed systems. Prior to joining Oxford in 2010, he was Professor of Computer Science at the University of Southampton and Director of the Centre for Pervasive Computing in the Environment. His career spans multiple institutions and research domains, reflecting his commitment to interdisciplinary work. De Roure's research focuses on new methods of digital scholarship, innovation in knowledge infrastructure, cybersecurity, and computational approaches to music. His work uniquely combines humanities (digital musicology), social sciences (social machines and web science), engineering (Internet of Things), and computer science (distributed systems, AI). A key theme is empowering human creativity through technology rather than replacing humans with AI. He emphasizes co-creation between humans and machines, particularly in music composition where he explores how algorithms can generate fragments for human assembly. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on AI security in IoT systems, digital scholarship methods, and the intersection of music with computational approaches. There's a clear trajectory from foundational work in social machines and web science toward current applications in cybersecurity and music-AI co-creation. His publications consistently bridge technical domains with humanistic inquiry, demonstrating his commitment to interdisciplinary scholarship that addresses real-world challenges. Fellow of the British Computer Society (FBCS) Fellow of the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (FIMA) Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) Chartered IT Professional (CITP) Turing Fellow at The Alan Turing Institute (2018-2024) De Roure has co-founded three major interdisciplinary initiatives: PETRAS National Centre of Excellence for IoT Systems Cybersecurity (the world's largest socio-technical research center focused on IoT security), the Software Sustainability Institute (dedicated to improving research software), and PRiSM at RNCM. He was Director of the Oxford e-Research Centre from 2012-17 and has led numerous research projects including SOCIAM (The Theory and Practice of Social Machines), FAST (Fusing Audio and Semantic Technologies), and Transforming Musicology. The Laboratory for AI Security Research, which he directs, took its first PhD students in 2024. At Oxford, De Roure chairs the Digital Research Cluster at Wolfson College and oversees the Laboratory for AI Security Research. The PRiSM team at RNCM has produced numerous musical works and performances, including six premieres in New York in 2024. He has been involved in designing gesture recognition software used in many performances and has collaborated on public engagement projects including the Science Together project which released a Hip Hop album. His current work includes exploring Chladni Plates for new musical instrument design and developing algorithmically enhanced instruments.

• Digital Service Innovation
• Workplace Learning
• Information Systems
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Lars-Olof Johansson is a Senior Lecturer at Halmstad University's School of Information Technology, specializing in Informatics. His research focuses on digital service innovation from a learning perspective, emphasizing collaboration between diverse stakeholders and knowledge exchange in innovation processes. He is actively involved in the LeaDS research program (Learning in a Digitalized Society) and teaches in the bachelor's program 'Digital Business Development' and the master's program 'Digital Learning'. His work bridges educational methodologies and technological innovation, particularly in fostering environments where interdisciplinary learning drives successful digital service creation. Notably recognized as an 'Excellent Teacher in Informatics,' he integrates practical experience with academic rigor, contributing to both scholarly discourse and pedagogical advancements. Key projects include SESMA (2019-2021), exploring sustainable mobility solutions, and ongoing collaborations in boundary practices for ICT innovation. His publications span topics like knowledgeability in digital service innovation, ethics in autonomous systems, and collaborative learning frameworks. His awards highlight his pedagogical impact, while his research addresses systemic challenges in innovation through interdisciplinary approaches.

Gavin SchwarzView profile

Professor

• Organizational Change
• Organizational Failure and Inertia
• Virtual Teams
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Gavin Schwarz is a Professor and Head of School at the School of Management and Governance within the UNSW Business School . He specializes in organizational change , organizational failure and inertia , and the dynamics of virtual teams , with a focus on how organizations fail during change processes and how to develop applied strategies for change management . His work spans diverse sectors including healthcare, technology, and education, with publications in leading journals such as Academy of Management Learning and Education and Administrative Science Quarterly . Education : PhD in Management (University of Queensland), MPhil (Hons) in Management (University of Auckland), BA in Management and English (University of Auckland). Grants : 2020 Brock University grant for "University communication in times of COVID-19" , 2020 UNSW Medicine grant for "Translation and change: Embedding effective change management in health" , and earlier Australian Research Council and Gordon J. Samuels Fellowship awards. His research explores the development of knowledge in organizational theories , with an emphasis on collective responses to change , HR management during crises , and technology strategy . He has contributed to understanding organizational communication , team innovation , and structural inertia . His 15 most recent publications cover topics from AI’s role in organizational change to pandemic-driven research adaptation, with keywords spanning management science , behavioral economics , and digital transformation . Scientific Awards 2021-2023 : Outstanding Reviewer Awards (Academy of Management Review) 2017-2020 : Best Reviewer Awards (Journal of Organizational Behavior) 2019, 2013, 2011 : Best Paper Finalist/Awardee (Academy of Management divisions) 2007, 2006 : Editorial Board Excellence (Academy of Management Journal) and Gordon J. Samuels Fellowship As an active supervisor in organizational change and HR development , his work supports healthcare innovation and digital transformation. He serves as Editor-in-Chief for the Journal of Applied Behavioral Science and is on the editorial boards of Academy of Management Review , Journal of Management , and Journal of Organizational Behavior . Contact: g.schwarz@unsw.edu.au

• Social Theory
• Social Ontology
• Social Change
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Angelos Mouzakitis serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Crete's School of Social Sciences. His academic career spans multiple Greek institutions including the University of Macedonia in Thessaloniki and the University of Patras, alongside international appointments at the Alpen-Adria Universität Klagenfurt in Austria and fellowships at the European University Institute in Florence. His educational background includes: PhD in Sociology from the University of Warwick (2002) MA in Philosophy and Social Theory (with Distinction) from the University of Warwick (1997) Degree in Sociology from Panteion University, Athens, Greece (1996) Mouzakitis specializes in social theory with particular emphasis on social ontology, social change, and the constitution of the 'subject.' His research deeply engages with phenomenology and hermeneutics as approaches to understanding social sciences epistemology, with significant contributions to Castoriadis scholarship. His work explores how historical consciousness shapes social institutions and examines the philosophical foundations of social autonomy. He has developed particular expertise in the works of Heidegger, Gadamer, and Ricoeur, analyzing their relevance for contemporary social theory. His recent publications reveal a sustained engagement with political imaginaries, the concept of progress in modernity, and the philosophical underpinnings of social autonomy. Working across multiple languages (Greek, English, French, German, and Italian), his scholarship bridges continental philosophy with sociological theory, particularly examining how historical consciousness shapes social institutions. His work consistently explores the tension between tradition and innovation in social thought, with special attention to how philosophical concepts illuminate contemporary social challenges. Associate Editor, Frontiers in Sociology, Section Sociological Theory Member of the Editorial Review Board of the "Social Imaginaries" series by Rowman & Littlefield Member of the Hellenic Sociological Association Member of the European Sociological Association Member of the Scientific Committee of CERAP (Centre d'étude et de recherche appliqué en Psychopédagogie perceptive) As an educator, Mouzakitis has supervised numerous graduate students and contributed to sociological theory curricula across multiple institutions. His international academic experience, including his prestigious Jean Monnet Fellowship, has informed his comparative approach to sociological inquiry. His teaching spans undergraduate and graduate levels, with courses on social theory, philosophy of social sciences, and specialized topics related to his research interests in phenomenology and hermeneutics.

Julianne CheekView profile

Professor

• Qualitative Inquiry
• Research Methodologies
• Social Inequalities
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Dr. Julianne Cheek is Professor Emerita with expertise in qualitative inquiry and its intersections with neoliberal academia. She teaches Research Design and Qualitative Methods in the Masters of Organisation and Leadership program. Her work critically examines research marketplaces, metrics-driven academia, and the role of qualitative methods in understanding social inequalities. She serves on advisory boards for the Sage Handbook of Qualitative Research and Qualitative Health Research. Publications challenge neoliberal impacts on scholarship and advocate for 'thick data' in the digital age. Projects include 'Digitalisation in Higher Education (DiHiEd)' and explorations of research commodification.

• Education for Sustainable Development
• Higher Education Didactics
• Sustainable University Development
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Prof. Dr. Marco Rieckmann is a Professor of Higher Education Didactics with a focus on key competencies at the Department of Educational Sciences, Faculty of Education and Social Sciences, University of Vechta, Germany. He is also the Co-Chair of the UNESCO Chair ‘Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy for Sustainable Development’ at the University of Limerick since 2024. His work centers on education for sustainable development (ESD), transformative learning, and sustainable university development. His research interests include: Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) and Teacher Education Service Learning and Civic Engagement Curriculum Development for Sustainability Higher Education Governance and Institutional Transformation Digitalization and Serious Games in Sustainability Education Global Learning and Intercultural Education His recent publications and projects reflect a strong trend toward assessing the impact of sustainability education, developing innovative teaching formats (e.g., Minecraft-based learning), and fostering whole-institution approaches in schools and universities. He emphasizes participatory, transdisciplinary, and transformative methods to empower learners and institutions. Scientific awards and recognitions include: Best Doctoral Researcher of the Year 2008 (2nd place, Leuphana University) Innovative Teaching Award (2010) Multiple DAAD and ERASMUS guest lectureships UNESCO recognition for HOCH-N and LeNa projects (2018) Prof. Rieckmann actively advises and collaborates with students and researchers, leads major funded projects (e.g., IMP>ACT, Senatra, HOCH-N), and contributes to national and international policy development. He is a key figure in advancing sustainability in higher education through research, teaching, and institutional leadership. He leads and participates in various research labs and networks, including the UNESCO Chair, the LeNa network, the HOCH-N consortium, and multiple EU-funded projects focusing on co-learning labs, digital tools, and service learning for sustainability.

Janet FirthView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Human Resource Development
• Cross-Cultural Knowledge Transfer
• Organizational Change
• +4 more

Dr. Janet Firth is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Wolverhampton Business School , specializing in Human Resource Development (HRD), cross-cultural knowledge transfer, and organizational change. With a career spanning decades, she has held leadership roles such as Head of the HR and Leadership Department (2006-2022) and currently serves as chair of the School Sustainability Committee and co-leader of the People, Organisations, Work and Place research hub. PhD in Cross-Cultural Knowledge Transfer (University of Wolverhampton Business School) Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) Fellow Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (FCIPD) Her research focuses on organizational development through collaborative co-inquiry, critical reflective practice, and methods for capturing experiential learning (e.g., journals, action learning). She has led international projects, including EU-funded initiatives like the Frontex consultancy (2008) and a leadership program for senior university leaders (2017). Her recent publications explore digital transformation, leadership in Nigeria, and HRD in transitional societies. Dr. Firth co-edits the International Journal of HRD Policy Practice and Research and has served as external examiner for multiple universities. Her teaching expertise includes organizational change, leadership, and qualitative research methods at postgraduate levels. She has provided consultancy to Dudley Community Services, Wolverhampton Council, and Assa Abloy, with a focus on HRM and innovation.

Katja ThoringView profile

Professor

• Creative Workspace Design
• Design Thinking
• Generative AI in Design
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Prof. Dr. Katja Thoring is a Full Professor of Integrated Product Design at the Technical University of Munich (TUM School of Engineering and Design). She holds a doctorate in Design Research from Delft University of Technology and has previously served as Professor of Integrated Design at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences in Dessau from 2009–2022. Her research bridges product design, architectural space, and technology, focusing on how physical environments stimulate creativity and design processes across functional, emotional, and cognitive dimensions. Key areas include generative AI applications in design, innovative research methodologies, and creative workspace design. She developed methods like the 'Delphi Design Sprint' and contributed to frameworks such as the FOD (Future-Oriented Design) model. Thoring is a member of prominent design societies (DGTF, Design Society, DRS) and a founding member of the Academy of Design Innovation Management (ADIM). Notable awards include the 'Best Paper Award' at ADIM Conference (2017) and recognition as a top early-career researcher (2019). Her work integrates design education innovation, with studies on pedagogical spaces and cross-cultural design thinking. She has published extensively on design knowledge models, creative environments, and future-oriented design strategies.

Lizzie MullerView profile

Associate Professor

• Critical Heritage Studies
• Museum and Archive Studies
• Art History and Theory
• +9 more

Associate Professor Lizzie Muller serves as Director of Research in the School of Art & Design at the University of New South Wales. An accomplished curator and researcher, she specializes in audience experience and interdisciplinary collaboration, with a particular focus on the future of museums as sites of knowledge production. Her research bridges curatorial practice with theories and methods from participatory design and interaction design, developing audience-centered curatorial methodologies and innovative approaches to audience research. Her work extends to preservation and archiving, particularly experiential documentation and oral histories of media art. Co-author of Curating Lively Objects: Exhibitions Beyond Disciplines (Routledge Museum Studies Series, 2022) Elected Councillor of the Sydney Culture Network Co-founder of the bi-monthly Sydney Culture Data Salon with Keir Winesmith Muller's research output demonstrates a consistent trajectory exploring the intersection of art, science, and technology through major international exhibitions including Human Non Human (Powerhouse Museum, 2018/19) and A Working Model of the World (staged across UNSW Galleries, Parsons School of Design, and University of Dundee). Her recent work focuses on art-science collaborations, deep time history through the ARC Centre for Excellence in Australian Biodiversity and Heritage, and the development of audience-centered curatorial frameworks. Scientific Awards: 2024 ADA Deans Award for Excellence in Higher Degree Supervision Muller leads significant research initiatives as Chief Investigator on multiple ARC-funded projects including the ARC Linkage project Curating Third Space: The Value of ArtScience Collaboration and SSHRC-funded research on The Living Effect and Curating Lively Objects . She has supervised numerous PhD and MFA candidates, with a special focus on curatorial practice-based research, and currently serves as Program Director of the Master of Curating and Cultural Leadership at UNSW Art & Design.

Danielle WildeView profile

Professor

• Design Research
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Sustainability Studies
• +5 more

Danielle Wilde is a Professor at the Umeå Institute of Design (UMU), where she explores the intersections of design, sustainability, and participatory methodologies . She also holds a professorship at the University of Southern Denmark . Her work spans scales from the microbial to the planetary , focusing on how food practices and Indigenous knowledges can foster Environmental Citizenship and systemic change. Head, Sympoietic Research Collaboratory Arctic Six Chair of Arctic Food Citizenship Research interests include more-than-human design , embodied methodologies , and co-creative practices . She challenges conventional design paradigms by positioning designers as facilitators of relationships rather than product creators. Her methodological development emphasizes participatory research through design , particularly in Arctic contexts and with microbiomes. Current projects include: FlavourFerm (2024-2028): Fermentation-based food innovation Px7 (2024-2027): Experimental design for societal transitions Remaking Gut Relations (2024): Human-microbiome engagement Digesting Data : Data physicalization for environmental awareness Her publications highlight food as a methodological tool , multisensory design , and decolonial approaches to sustainability. She collaborates with interdisciplinary teams across Europe, bridging design, ecology, and policy.