Cristina Paupini

Cristina Paupini is a Research Fellow at Oslo Metropolitan University, affiliated with the Department of Computer Science under the Faculty of Technology, Art and Design. She actively contributes to the Universal Design of ICT (UD-ICT) research group, focusing on inclusive technology design and human-computer interaction in critical contexts.

Her research spans:

• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and Universal Design principles
• Privacy management in Internet of Things ecosystems
• Disaster risk reduction through situational awareness systems
• Digital fieldwork methodologies in home environments
• Social implications of smart home technologies
• Cross-cultural studies of technology adoption

Analysis of her 2021-2023 publications reveals consistent exploration of technology's role in high-stakes scenarios. She investigates how ICT can address situational disabilities during disasters, examines privacy dynamics in IoT households across cultural contexts, and develops innovative remote fieldwork techniques. Her work combines qualitative methods with intersectional analysis to uncover systemic barriers and user experiences.

Paupini is deeply embedded in the UD-ICT research group, which pioneers inclusive design frameworks for digital systems. The group's initiatives focus on mitigating exclusion in technology deployment, particularly for vulnerable populations during crises, while addressing ethical challenges in connected home environments.