C. Wrede

C. Wrede is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Twente's Interaction Design group within the Faculty of Engineering Technology. Their current work focuses on healthcare innovations supporting ageing populations, particularly optimizing hybrid at-home hospital care and dementia care solutions. Previously, they served as a lecturer and PhD candidate in the Department of Psychology, Health & Technology, researching remote monitoring systems for home-based dementia care. Wrede also consults on digital innovation in Dutch long-term care sectors.

• Affiliations: TechMed Centre, Interaction Design group
• Focus Areas: Ageing in place, caregiver support, telehealth systems, and pandemic-related healthcare challenges

Research interests emphasize translating technological solutions into practical care systems, with a strong focus on user-centered design for older adults. Their work addresses both formal and informal care dynamics, particularly during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic.

Consulting and collaborative efforts extend to real-world implementation of monitoring technologies, ensuring solutions align with caregiver and patient needs. Active in interdisciplinary teams bridging engineering, psychology, and healthcare disciplines.