معرفی
Priscilla Van Even is a postdoctoral researcher at KU Leuven’s Meaningful Interactions Lab (Mintlab), affiliated with the Higher Institute for Philosophy (HIW) and the Institute for Media Studies. Her work focuses on science communication, knowledge translation, and the intersection of art and science. She holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from KU Leuven and advanced degrees in Cultural Anthropology, Philosophy, and Education. Van Even’s research explores paradigmatic challenges in science communication, mediatization, and decolonization of knowledge systems. She has led projects like Palettes (Methusalem-funded) and ParCos (Horizon 2020), investigating science storytelling, visual literacy, and participatory design in museums.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Sociology (KU Leuven, 2023)
- Advanced Master’s in Cultural Anthropology and Development Studies
- Master’s in Philosophy and Education
- Professional Bachelor’s in Elementary Education
Research Interests: Van Even’s work bridges philosophy, cultural studies, and museum practices. She examines how science communication intersects with visual literacy, indigenous knowledges, and Eastern philosophy. Her projects emphasize co-creation, participatory methodologies, and ethical frameworks for knowledge translation.
Grants & Projects:
- Palettes: (Re)-Presentation in Image and Art (Methusalem Funding, 2024–)
- ParCos: Public Science Communication (Horizon 2020, 2020–2023)
- RETINA: Digital technologies in museum education
Teaching & Outreach: She teaches research methodology at KU Leuven and serves as a museum educator at the Musical Instrument Museum and Royal Museum of Art and History in Brussels. Her workshops focus on science storytelling, visual literacy, and ethical communication practices.
Labs & Teams: Mintlab (Meaningful Interactions Lab) and collaborations with institutions like HIW and art museums. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary teams and community engagement.
