معرفی
Michael Shorter is a Senior Research Fellow at Northumbria University's Design Arts and Creative Industries. He holds a PhD awarded in 2017. His research focuses on human-computer interaction, IoT applications, and the ethical implications of technology. He has contributed to projects like the SelfReflector exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum and co-organized the VA PEPR Public Hackathon in 2024. His work bridges design, technology, and public engagement, emphasizing prototyping and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Education:
- PhD Awarded: 22 March 2017 (institution unspecified)
Research Interests: Shorter explores how IoT and digital technologies intersect with public spaces, cultural practices, and design methodologies. His projects often involve tangible prototyping to critique and visualize abstract technological concepts, such as voice assistants and smart retail systems. He advocates for design practices that consider both technical and humanistic dimensions.
Recent Work Trends: His publications and exhibitions since 2016 highlight a focus on tangible interactions, IoT ethics, and bridging academic research with public-facing installations. Collaborations include work with institutions like the V&A Museum and international conferences like ACM Designing Interactive Systems.
Grants & Activities:
- Organized VA PEPR Public Hackathon (2024)
- Contributed to 15+ research outputs, including conference papers and exhibitions
Labs/Teams: Collaborates closely with colleagues in design, computer science, and cultural studies, notably on projects involving the High Street, IoT applications, and participatory design methodologies.
