All design research studies — page 199
Every peer-reviewed study in the designdex.org index, newest first. Each entry links to a full summary with the finding, method, limitations and a practical design takeaway.
- Innovation & Markets · 2024Health Consciousness Drives Perceived Value, But Not Necessarily Purchase Intent for Healthy Brands
- Human Factors · 2023Specific anthropometric and biomechanical factors increase lumbar spine injury risk in fast bowlers
- Human Factors · 2024High-fidelity simulations enhance tactical training, but de-escalation requires human interaction.
- Innovation & Markets · 2024Vehicles as a Service (VaaS) can create new revenue streams and enhance smart city infrastructure.
- Innovation & Markets · 2024Fashion Uniqueness and Consciousness Drive Halal Purchases, Not Religiosity Alone
- Innovation & Design · 2024Smart Grid Cybersecurity: Balancing Innovation with Inherent Vulnerabilities
- Human Factors · 2025AI Integration in Medical Diagnostics Demands a Human-Centred Workflow Framework
- Human Factors · 2023Suboptimal workstation design increases physical discomfort and absenteeism by over 60% for computer users.
- Human Factors · 2024Poor working conditions in domestic services mediate the link between precarious employment and mental health.
- Human Factors · 2025Prioritizing Breaks and Mental Health Support Boosts Workplace Well-being
- Human Factors · 2024Borg Scale CR-10 Intensity Dosing Safely Enhances Physical Fitness in Central Core Myopathy Patients
- Human Factors · 2025Academic Staff Experience High Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Human Factors · 2024Adolescent lifestyle choices significantly increase adult risk of severe back pain requiring medical intervention.
- Human Factors · 2025Increased workload negatively impacts job satisfaction for first-line managers
- Human Factors · 2023Robotic-assisted upper limb rehabilitation significantly improves range of motion and functional scores.
- User-Centred Design · 2023Soft robotic prosthetics achieve versatility through user-driven synergy exploitation
- Human Factors · 2023Post-stroke shoulder pain impacts daily living and rehabilitation outcomes.
- Human Factors · 2023Intranasal delivery of therapeutic exosomes enhances neuroprotection by bypassing the blood-brain barrier
- Human Factors · 2023Elevated CO2 Levels Up to 2100 ppm Do Not Impair Cognitive Performance in Adults
- Human Factors · 2024COVID-19's lasting impact on child and adolescent well-being requires targeted interventions.
- Human Factors · 2023Paired Sighted Assistance Enhances Support for Complex Tasks for Visually Impaired Users
- Human Factors · 2025Flexible Brain Electronic Sensors Enhance Wearable BCI Performance
- Human Factors · 2023Plant-like interfaces can shift from ambient to disruptive health notifications, but risk the uncanny.
- Human Factors · 2023Working Memory Capacity Moderates L2 Writing Performance in Complexity, Accuracy, and Fluency
- Human Factors · 2024Hydrogel IOLs with Human-Like Elasticity Restore Natural Focusing Ability
- Human Factors · 2024Fixation duration in eye movements predicts air traffic controller fatigue
- User-Centred Design · 2024AI co-creation, not editing, boosts creative output
- Human Factors · 2024Integrated Textile Enhances Personal Health Management with Advanced Thermal and Electromagnetic Properties
- Human Factors · 2024Basket weave structures with moderate density offer optimal balance between fire protection and comfort in protective clothing.
- Human Factors · 2023Heatwaves intensify sea breeze cooling but exacerbate urban heat island discomfort
- Resource Management · 2023Optimizing Energy Storage for Renewable Integration
- Human Factors · 2024Digital Device Exposure Impacts Childhood Cognitive Abilities: A Balanced Perspective
- Human Factors · 2023Integrating Mental Health Support into Educational Policies Enhances Student Resilience During Crises
- Human Factors · 2024Urban design can increase heat stress by up to 44% at night
- Human Factors · 2023Whole-task practice in healthcare simulation boosts learning transfer by 30%
- Human Factors · 2023Tencel/Cotton Blends Enhance Comfort Properties by 20% Over CVC for Apparel
- Human Factors · 2023Digital Work Overload Increases Technostress and Negative Well-being
- Human Factors · 2025Silicene Nanocomposite Coating Enhances Textile Functionality for Healthcare and Daily Protection
- Human Factors · 2023BMI Design Influences Neural Plasticity for Restored Motor Control
- Human Factors · 2024Wool sleepwear enhances sleep onset in cool environments
- Human Factors · 2025Multimodal natural interaction in XR enhances user experience and task efficiency
- Human Factors · 2023Avatar robot design prioritizes intuitive control and immersive feedback for enhanced telepresence.
- Human Factors · 2024Adaptive robot compliance reduces human-robot interaction effort by 50%
- Human Factors · 2024Cobot Performance Metrics: Balancing Productivity and Human Safety
- Human Factors · 2025Cobots Enhance Rehabilitation Safety and Efficiency for Neurological Injuries
- Human Factors · 2023Mecanum Wheel Electric Wheelchair Enhances User Mobility and Independence
- Human Factors · 2023Phantom-based testing validates robotic MRI-guided biopsy device accuracy within 0.1mm
- Human Factors · 2024HoloLens and Gamepad Combination Significantly Improves Endovascular Intervention Performance
- Human Factors · 2023Digital Tools Can Bridge Workplace Inclusion Gaps for Neurodivergent Employees
- Human Factors · 2023Individual Worker Traits Significantly Outweigh Workspace and Context in Predicting Remote Work Intentions
- User-Centred Design · 2023Kansei Engineering: Integrating Emotion into Product Design
- Human Factors · 2024Nature-Inspired Prosthetics Enhance User Embodiment and Functionality
- Human Factors · 2025Robots must adapt to human errors for safer, more productive collaboration
- Human Factors · 2023Orbital HMD Interface Enhances Situational Awareness in Robotic Teleoperation
- Human Factors · 2024Biophilic design elements reduce burnout by 25% in workspace environments
- Human Factors · 2025Bio-inspired haptic interface achieves 7cm proximity detection and 500µm spatial resolution
- Human Factors · 2024Collaborative Robots Enhance Human Capabilities by Augmenting Tasks
- Human Factors · 2023Acoustic Streaming for Contact-Free Manipulation Enhances Precision in Biological and Medical Design
- Human Factors · 2024Graphene's unique properties enable pressure sensors with enhanced sensitivity and miniaturization for improved human-device interaction.
- Resource Management · 2024Dual-Source Catalysis for Water Disinfection: Harnessing Solar and Mechanical Energy
- Human Factors · 2024Awkward postures in transformer manufacturing increase musculoskeletal disorder risk by 44%
- Human Factors · 2023Subjective operator experience accurately predicts assembly complexity for simpler tasks
- User-Centred Design · 2023OpenBIM Collaboration Framework Accelerates Airport Design by 27% and Reduces Errors by 98%
- Human Factors · 2024Cobot programming and collaboration phases yield distinct user experience profiles.
- Human Factors · 2024Engine Room Design: Mitigating Human Error in Maritime Operations
- Resource Management · 2024Integrating solar power into existing transit infrastructure can yield a Levelized Energy Cost of $0.09/kWh.
- Human Factors · 2024Eye Gaze Redirection Reduces Visual Fatigue in VR Reading
- Human Factors · 2025Optimizing Shopping Mall Temperatures: Balancing Comfort and Energy Savings in Hot Climates
- Human Factors · 2024Over 200 Occupational Exposures Linked to Noncommunicable Diseases
- Human Factors · 2024VR visualization increases gaze fixation on sensory product features compared to photorealistic images.
- Human Factors · 2025Nasal temperature drops by 2°C during night shifts, indicating increased operator fatigue.
- User-Centred Design · 2024Teacher-Apprentice Model Uncovers Contextual Nuances in Child-Computer Interactions
- Human Factors · 2024Combining Accelerometer and PPG Data Significantly Improves Wearable Sleep Stage Accuracy
- Human Factors · 2023Digital Health Systems Must Prioritize User Resilience in Natural Disasters
- User-Centred Design · 2024Digital Prototyping Dominates Software Design in Hybrid Work Environments
- Human Factors · 2025VR's Visual Cues Can Enhance Perceived Thermal Comfort in Educational Spaces
- Innovation & Design · 2024Metaverse integration can transform tourism by enabling virtual exploration and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Human Factors · 2023Assistive Technology Design for Children with Disabilities: Bridging Participation Gaps
- Human Factors · 2024Valveless EHD Pump Achieves Precise Fluid Control for Aqueous Liquids
- Innovation & Design · 2023AI Integration is Key to Scaling Agricultural Robotics
- Sustainability · 2023Green Axes Increase Equitable Access to Urban Green Spaces
- Human Factors · 2025AI-driven educational tools can enhance learning for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder by leveraging their affinity for technology.
- User-Centred Design · 2023Responsible & Inclusive Design Cards Foster Critical Reflection and Reduce Power Gaps in Tech Teams
- Human Factors · 2023Empathy Interviews Enhance Educator Responsiveness to Diverse Learner Needs
- Innovation & Design · 2024Regional Competitiveness is Driven by Integrated Economic, Social, and Environmental Factors
- Human Factors · 2024Neurodivergent experiences reveal functional differences, not deficits, in accessibility design.
- Human Factors · 2024Five Features Define Collaborative Intelligence Systems for Enhanced Employee-AI Service Co-Production
- Human Factors · 2024Digital Inclusion for People with Disabilities: Bridging the Financial Gap
- Human Factors · 2024Visual Attractiveness, Interactivity, and Immersion Drive Continued Engagement with Cultural Heritage VR Experiences
- Human Factors · 2024Integrating Spoken Instructions Improves Air Traffic Control Trajectory Prediction by Over 20%
- Human Factors · 2024AI Companionship for Early-Stage Dementia: Balancing Novelty with Deeper, Consistent Interaction
- Human Factors · 2023Complex electromagnetic radiation and low-frequency noise significantly increase operator mental workload and impair cognitive function.
- Human Factors · 2024Human influence on AI trust outweighs system design
- Human Factors · 2024Haptic Feedback Anchoring Reduces Teleoperation Delay Perception by 30%
- Innovation & Design · 2023Digitalization in Manufacturing: A Cost-Benefit Clarity Gap
- Human Factors · 2024Moral breaches erode human trust in robots more than performance failures.
- Human Factors · 2023Exoskeleton Design for Construction Must Prioritize Task-Specific Functionality
- Human Factors · 2024Heart Rate Dynamics Accurately Estimate Cognitive Load in Driving Scenarios
- Human Factors · 2023Multiple Ergonomic Assessment Tools Reveal Varied Risk Profiles for Upper Limb Biomechanical Overload
- Human Factors · 2023Peak Rate of Force Development in Handgrip Predicts Postural Balance in Older Women