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Mexhid Ferati is an Associate Professor of Informatics at Linnaeus University within the Faculty of Technology, Department of Informatics. He has established an international academic career spanning institutions across the United States, North Macedonia, Norway, and Sweden. Currently, he serves as head of the Interaction Design Research Group and program manager for the Interaction Design program at Linnaeus University.
Dr. Ferati's research interests encompass Human-Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, Accessibility, Internet of Things, and STEM Education. His work focuses on inclusive design approaches, digital accessibility for visually impaired users, gender equality in ICT education, and sustainable technology applications. He actively investigates how technology can address societal challenges through applied research that bridges academic theory with practical implementation.
His recent publications reveal a strong focus on emerging technologies and their societal impact, with particular attention to augmented reality in education, blockchain applications for sustainability, and gender dynamics in technology fields. The research demonstrates an interdisciplinary approach that combines technical innovation with social considerations, particularly regarding accessibility and inclusion.
Dr. Ferati coordinates and participates in numerous research projects including STEFORA (STEM for All), DIGRIS (Implementation Challenges of Digitalisation Rights in Sweden), IDEAL (Interaction Design Program Expansion), Forest 4.0, RAPID (Recasting best practices of European universities), and IGNITE (Transforming Kosovo and Albanian Education System).
His teaching portfolio includes User-oriented Design (1IK430), Digital Environments: Information Society and Internet of Things (4IK506), Current Topics within Informatics (2IK300), Methods in Interaction Design (1IK422), Information Systems Methodology (4IK524), and Degree Project in Informatics at Master Level (5IK50E). He has played a significant role in developing and delivering courses in Interaction Design and Accessibility/Inclusive Design across various educational institutions.
The Interaction Design Research Group, which he leads, addresses current societal and industrial challenges using ICT solutions through applied research. His work has received funding from diverse sources including the EU, STINT, Crafoord Foundation, Knowledge Foundation (KK-Stiftelsen), EUniWell, Platform eHealth, NSF (US), and Google.
