Matthew Plummer-Fernandez

Matthew Plummer-Fernandez is a Researcher at Goldsmiths, University of London, affiliated with the Department of Design. His work integrates speculative design, science and technology studies (STS), and sociocomputational systems to explore energy policy, community engagement, and social computing. He completed his PhD in 2019 with a thesis on sociocomputational assemblages and bots.

Key projects include the Energy Babble, a collaborative initiative that uses networked devices to mediate energy discourse within communities. This project was exhibited globally, including at the Melbourne International Design Festival and UNSW Galleries. His research also involves experimental methods and social media bots to provoke critical discussions about energy practices and policy.

Plummer-Fernandez has co-authored a book (Energy Babble, 2018) and published in venues like CHI and The Sociological Review. His interdisciplinary approach bridges design, sociology, and computer science, focusing on how technology can foster dialogue around complex societal challenges.