Ingi Helgason

Ingi Helgason is a Lecturer at the School of Computing Engineering and the Built Environment, Edinburgh Napier University, and a member of the Centre for Creative and Social Informatics. His work bridges technology, creativity, and societal impact.

• Research Interests: Digital storytelling, speculative and critical design, immersive experiences, user experience, interaction design, and cultural heritage.
• Projects: Creative Informatics (AHRC, £1,046,469), SpeculativeEdu (ERASMUS+), ENSEMBLE (AHRC, £58,268), MAZI (European Commission, £188,751), and others spanning 2006–2024.
• Education: Completed a PhD thesis titled Complex pleasures: designing optional interactions for public spaces (2008–2017).

Recent Publications: Focus on speculative design in education, community-driven technology, sustainable creative practices, and digital adaptations in performing arts during the pandemic. Collaborations include Michael Smyth, Sarah Lechelt, and Stefano Baldan.

Scientific Contributions: No explicit awards listed, but active in EU-funded projects (H2020, FP7) and mentoring postgraduate researchers.