Adam De Eyto

Adam De Eyto is a Professor and Head of the Department of Design at Limerick School of Art and Design, Technological University of the Shannon. His expertise spans sustainable design education, user-centered design, and circular economy practices. He holds a PhD from Bournemouth University (2010) and a Specialist Diploma in Teaching from the University of Limerick (2013).

• Education: BDes (Hons) Industrial Design (1995), PhD in Sustainable Design Education (2010)

Research focuses on sustainable design pedagogy, circular economy education, and assistive wearable technologies. Notable projects include the Circular Design Project and the development of the XoSoft soft exoskeleton for mobility assistance. His work aligns with UN SDGs, emphasizing Education and Responsible Consumption.

• Key Projects: Circular Design Project (EU-funded), XoSoft Exoskeleton

Publications explore user acceptance of assistive tech, sustainable design education frameworks, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Recent articles address exoskeleton design, circular economy pedagogy, and technology adoption by older adults.

Awards include the 2023 Failte Ireland Ambassador Award and multiple IDI Awards for design excellence. He chairs the FORGE Design Factory and served on the Cumulus Association Executive Board (2019–2022).

Labs/Teams: Leadership in the Health Futures Lab for transdisciplinary education and the XoSoft research group for assistive robotics.