Marine Royer

Marine Royer is an Associate Professor in Design and Social Sciences at the University of Nîmes, serving as Deputy Director of the PROJEKT research team. She holds a doctorate in Social Anthropology and Ethnology from EHESS Paris and ENSCI-Les Ateliers. Her work bridges Science and Technology Studies (STS), health anthropology, and design research, focusing on socio-biotechnological innovations reshaping the medical-social sector. She leads projects addressing healthcare, aging, and disability through participatory design.

Education:

• Master 2 in Design, ENS Paris-Saclay
• Doctorate in Social Anthropology, EHESS Paris (2015)

Research Interests:

Royer’s research explores innovations in healthcare systems, care practices, and social inclusion. Key areas include:

• Cancer care at home (Project CancerAdom)
• Assistive technologies for aging populations (La Ressource de l’Autonomie)
• Biohacking and community-driven health solutions (BioDIY)

Grants & Collaborations:

• CancerAdom (€223k, DGDS, 2016–2017)
• La Ressource de l’Autonomie (€174k, CNSA, 2017–2019)
• Collaborations with hospitals (e.g., CHU de Nîmes), patient associations (Cancer Contribution), and design agencies (Care & Co)

Labs/Teams:

Royer co-leads PROJEKT’s Axis 2 on Design & Care, fostering interdisciplinary research between academia, healthcare institutions, and communities.