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Yong Hun Lim is the Deputy Head of the Department of Design & Engineering and Programme Leader for BA (Hons) Product Design Futures at Bournemouth University's Faculty of Science & Technology. He coordinates the annual Festival of Design & Engineering (FoDE), a flagship event showcasing student work. His expertise lies in human-centred design, psychosocial inclusivity, and co-design methodologies, focusing on enhancing well-being through inclusive solutions for diverse populations. Lim leads research projects funded by organizations like Sainsbury’s, NIHR, and Heathrow Airport. He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) and serves on the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) Accreditation Panel. His work aligns with UN SDGs addressing health, education, inequality, and sustainable communities.
Education:
- PhD in Design Research (Brunel University London, 2018)
- MSc in Integrated Product Design (Brunel University London, 2012)
- BFA in Craft Design (Cheongju University, South Korea, 2008)
Research Interests: Lim’s work explores the intersection of design and psychosocial well-being, emphasizing co-design practices for aging populations, assistive technologies, and disability studies. He advocates for inclusive environments that address cognitive, emotional, and social dimensions of human experience. Recent projects include drowning prevention in Bangladesh and wearable medical technologies for diabetes management.
Awards & Grants:
- Recipient of grants from NIHR, Bournemouth University QR, and Heathrow Airport
- Awards include the BT Innovative Design Prize and Jaguar Land Rover Design Challenge
Outreach & Leadership: Lim serves as an external examiner at UWE and Coventry University, and has contributed to programme reviews at Winchester School of Art. He leads international initiatives, including design workshops in Thailand and South Korea, and participates in conferences like the World Conference on Injury Prevention.
Labs & Collaborations: His research collaborations span academia and industry, focusing on healthcare innovation, aging populations, and inclusive education. Key partnerships include Motability, Sainsbury’s, and the International Inclusive Design Research Group (IDRG).
