A changing socio-economic context and technological and scientific evolution provide both opportunities and challenges for society and industry. Our research group aims at interdisciplinary knowledge that combines human, technological, and economic insights, with design methods and demonstrators as outcomes. 

In the relatively young academic research domain, there is a strong emphasis to collaborate with academic and industrial partners. Through the Antwerp Design Factory and the Design Sciences Hub we are trying to shape the future of human-centered innovation. Our members are associated with the Cumulus network and the Design Society as well as various other academic associations.​