Ane Irizar-Arrieta is a Researcher affiliated with the University of Deusto's DeustoTech Social Challenges Unit. She holds degrees in Art Electronic and Digital Design and Graphic Design from Universitat Ramon Llull (Barcelona) and a master's in User Experience Design from the Universidad Internacional de la Rioja (2016). She is currently pursuing a PhD in Engineering Program for the Information Society and Sustainable Development at the University of Deusto. Her primary role has been as a Research Assistant at DeustoTech from October 2016 to December 2021, where she focused on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), User Experience (UX), and human-centered design applied to sustainability challenges. Her research interests revolve around leveraging IoT and smart technologies to foster sustainable behavior through tangible and digital interfaces. She has contributed to projects involving experience design, user research, and behavior change interventions in smart environments. Notable collaborations include work with Diego Casado-Mansilla and Diego López-de-Ipiña, among others, on frameworks for energy efficiency and behavior change in public and workplace settings. Publications highlight her work on eco-feedback systems, adaptive user models (FOX Model), and the socio-economic factors influencing sustainable behavior. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges technology, design, and environmental science to address societal challenges. Projects include applied research, innovation initiatives, and collaborative efforts with industry and academic partners. Ane’s contributions span 15 publications, including journal articles, conference papers, and a book section. She has been involved in 6 projects (2 as researcher, 4 as research assistant), emphasizing practical applications of her theoretical work. Despite no explicit awards listed, her prolific publication record and active role in interdisciplinary projects underscore her academic and professional impact.








