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John Powell is a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Science and Technology at Bournemouth University, specializing in human-centred design, drowning prevention, and product design. He is actively involved in research, teaching, and international safety initiatives, with strong affiliations to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), WHO, and British Standards Institute.
- Senior Lecturer, Bournemouth University
- International Lifesaving Manager, RNLI
- Operational and Technical Rescue Manager, Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue
- Committee Member, British Standards Institute – Water Safety
His research focuses on applying design thinking to global public health challenges, particularly infant drowning in low-resource settings. He leads an NIHR-funded international study in Bangladesh and develops frameworks for community-led safety interventions. His work emphasizes empathy, ethics, and co-design, aiming to empower vulnerable populations through sustainable, user-centred solutions.
John’s recent publications highlight a consistent trajectory in human-centred design, safety innovation, and design education. Themes include AI in design for sustainability, bridging empathy gaps, and ethical considerations across engineering and research. His work bridges academia and practice, targeting real-world impact in low-resource and emergency contexts.
Scientific Awards:
- MBE (Her Majesty the Queen, 2019)
- Young Electronic Designer Awards – National 3rd Place (1993)
- European Young Scientist Award – UK Winner (1992)
- Young Engineer for Britain – National Final 2nd Place (1992)
John supervises undergraduate and postgraduate students in product design and business projects. He has led major initiatives including the London Olympics water safety cover and national leadership training for UK lifesaving. He is also developing global learning frameworks for drowning intervention and incident command, supported by grants such as the NIHR-funded Bangladesh drowning prevention project.
He is actively involved in international design teams and symposia, including the World Design for Safety Symposium. His professional practice includes co-designing fisher safety solutions in Tanzania and developing community production resources in Zanzibar with Arts University Bournemouth and local NGOs. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Well-being, Reduced Inequalities, Sustainable Cities and Communities, and Partnerships for the Goals.
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