Scott Andrew Brown

Dr Scott Andrew Brown is a Lecturer at UNSW Arts, Design and Architecture (ADA), specializing in inclusive design practices that center neurodiverse communities. Based in the School of Art & Design, he employs user experience (UX) and interaction design methods to co-create adaptive technologies and multisensory environments with marginalized groups, particularly autistic individuals and their families.

• Education:
  • PhD in Art, Design and Media (UNSW Sydney)
  • Bachelor of Digital Media with First Class Honors (UNSW Sydney)

His research focuses on redefining assistive technology through strengths-based approaches, emphasizing co-production and community-led design. He leads the assistive technology research focus in the Creative Robotics Lab, where he develops responsive sensory spaces and explores social robots for therapeutic applications.

Recent projects include evaluating the effectiveness of 'quiet rooms' for autistic children at sporting events and creating adaptive technologies for social engagement. He also founded the Neurodiversity + Embodiment research group and organized the inaugural Autism MeetUp at UNSW Art & Design. While no scientific awards are documented in the provided texts, his work intersects health, disability, and design to advocate for systemic change in technology and service development.