Claude Heath

Claude Heath is a Lecturer in Worldbuilding and StoryFutures World Designer at the Department of Media Arts, Royal Holloway, University of London. His work focuses on human-centered design, digital identity, and immersive futures. He holds a PhD in Cognitive Science from Queen Mary University of London (2014) and a BA in Philosophy from King's College London (1986).

Research interests include co-design methodologies, participatory research in shared spaces, and ethical implications of emerging technologies. His projects explore virtual production systems, cybersecurity in collaborative environments, and accessibility in digital services. He has collaborated on initiatives like the StoryFutures programme (2018-2022) and the Leverhulme Magna Carta doctoral project (2018-2021).

Key contributions include studies on digital identity securities, immersive media workflows, and ethical frameworks for technology adoption. His recent publications analyze trust dynamics in collaborative platforms and future trajectories of virtual production industries.