Heidi Bråthen

Heidi Bråthen is a Doctoral Research Fellow at the Department of Informatics, University of Oslo, within the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. Her research focuses on participatory design methodologies, particularly involving older adults, and explores the role of materials and physical prototyping in creating accessible assistive technologies. She holds a dual affiliation as both a doctoral researcher and a student within the same faculty.

Her work emphasizes user-centered approaches to technology design, aiming to bridge gaps between users' past experiences and modern technological interfaces. This includes studies on tangible interactions and contextual design strategies to enhance elderly users' engagement with assistive systems.

• Publications highlight contributions to participatory design practices, material-based design, and technology for aging populations.
• Research projects often involve collaborations with interdisciplinary teams, focusing on practical applications of design theories.

No scientific awards are explicitly listed, though her publications indicate active involvement in academic discourse. Her advising and grant activities remain unspecified in the provided materials. She is part of the Design of Information Systems research group within the Department of Informatics.