Mehrnoosh Mirzaei

Dr. Mehrnoosh Mirzaei is an Associate Lecturer in Design at the University of Queensland's School of Architecture, Design and Planning. She holds a PhD from Queensland University of Technology (2023) focused on disaster risk reduction education through experiential learning and embodiment. Her academic background includes a Master's and Bachelor's in Industrial Design from the University of Tehran (specializing in Product Design).

Her research interests span disaster risk reduction, health and well-being, resiliency strategies, and research-through-design methodologies. She applies design-led approaches to address complex challenges in healthcare and risk perception, emphasizing child-centered solutions. Notable collaborations include government organizations for risk awareness programs in Queensland and co-design initiatives with healthcare practitioners to improve inter-hospital transfer systems.

Mehrnoosh's work bridges theory and practice, evidenced by her Bronze A' Design Award (2017) for the 'Escher' project. Her recent publications explore interdisciplinary design collaborations, UV-sensing wearables for sun safety, and 3D printing's role in mediating cross-disciplinary teamwork. She actively teaches interdisciplinary design practices, fostering innovation and ethical design thinking.

Her research outputs highlight trends in embodied learning for children, leveraging interactive technologies and participatory design. Beyond academia, her industry experience in automotive, home, and toy design enriches her educational and research contributions.