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Ross McLeod is an Associate Professor at RMIT University's School of Design, leading academic and research initiatives in design innovation and technology. He specializes in phenomenological and sensory approaches to design, integrating digital fabrication, cross-disciplinary methodologies, and sustainable practices. His work bridges academia and industry through projects like the FB Ideas: Concrete Solutions (2024) and National Geographic: 3D Printed Portal Project (2023).
Academic Roles: Program Manager of the Master of Design Innovation and Technology (MDIT), Lead Researcher in The Exchange at Knowledge Market (2017-2019). Research focuses on sensory design, urban interventions, and collaborative design practices.
Awards: Recognized for projects such as Site and Sound (2022 shortlist) and The Exchange (2018 Sustainability Award). Publications include The Exchange at Knowledge Market: An Urban Living Lab (2019) and The Sensuous Intellect (2006).
Teaching and Innovation: Develops transdisciplinary programs addressing fabrication, interaction, immersion, and regenerative design. Supervises research on sound design, urban space, and material innovation.
Industry Partnerships: Collaborates with Lendlease, National Geographic, McClelland Gallery, and others on projects merging design, technology, and community engagement.
