معرفی
Ko-Le Chen is a Researcher at Northumbria University, with a focus on interdisciplinary work at the intersection of Human-Computer Interaction, Participatory Design, and Emotional Labor. Their academic contributions span transcultural support systems, creative economy initiatives, and critical frameworks for inclusive design practices.
Research Interests: Chen's work examines the emotional and affective dimensions of participatory design, with projects addressing gender support systems (Kharm Unn Jai), place-based creative economies, and ethical challenges in field research. They investigate how design can mediate interpersonal relationships, as seen in the Lovers' Box project (2011), and advocate for disability rights through policy analysis (2016).
Key themes include transcultural collaboration, respectful hierarchies in design, and the materiality of knowledge dissemination practices.
Scientific Trends: Chen's publications from 2011-2025 reveal a trajectory from intimate relationship technologies to broader societal impacts. Their work bridges technical innovation (e.g., affective labor in PDC conferences) with critical social theory (disability law, feminist biology critiques) and practical applications (creative economy insights).
Notable Collaborations: Co-authorships with J. Yee, Y. Akama, and others across international institutions in the UK, Thailand, and Australia highlight their global interdisciplinary network.
