All design research studies — page 257
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.
- Human Factors · 2018Psychomotor and Personality Traits Predict Soccer Talent
- Sustainability · 2015Designing for Longevity: Reducing Clothing Waste Through User-Centric Disposal Insights
- Classic Design · 2016Fractal Complexity Drives Aesthetic Preference Across Diverse User Groups
- Innovation & Design · 2019Structured Frameworks Enhance Maritime Spatial Planning Effectiveness
- User-Centred Design · 2017Data Visualizations Should Embrace Ambiguity to Enhance Decision-Making
- Modelling · 2020Parametric Surface Optimization for Fluidic Device Performance
- Innovation & Design · 2016Ice content in convective clouds strongly correlates with lightning activity
- Innovation & Design · 2019Formalizing Expert Knowledge for Industry 4.0 Decision Support
- Sustainability · 2019Young Italian Consumers Prioritize Sustainability in Luxury Purchases
- Classic Design · 2017Selfies as Symbolic Bordering: Migrant Digital Testimonies in News Media
- User-Centred Design · 2016Fractal 'Tree of Life' model effectively communicates community garden wellbeing benefits
- User-Centred Design · 2015Somaesthetic Design: Enhancing User Bodily Awareness Through Experiential Design
- User-Centred Design · 2015Jogging's Multifaceted Meanings Enhance User Experience and Promote Health Benefits
- Innovation & Design · 2020Biomaterial Scaffolds Accelerate Oral Tissue Regeneration by 30%
- Human Factors · 2017Wearable heart rate monitoring maintains accuracy across diverse climates and activities.
- Human Factors · 2020Adaptive thermal comfort preferences override expected energy savings in housing retrofits.
- Resource Management · 2020Kapok fiber composites offer dual flame-retardant and sound-absorption benefits
- Innovation & Design · 2016A Universal Metadata Schema (Brick) Enhances Building System Portability and Application Reusability
- Human Factors · 2016Inward-blowing fan on FFRs reduces deadspace CO2 by 2K, enhancing wearer comfort.
- Innovation & Design · 2020Psychological Empowerment Amplifies Leadership's Impact on Innovation by 30%
- Resource Management · 2018IoT-driven semantic framework optimizes building energy management by 25%
- Resource Management · 2015Surface modification of textiles can enhance water and oil repellency using sustainable sol-gel techniques.
- Human Factors · 2020Poor EHR Design Exacerbates Physician Burnout by 74.5%
- Human Factors · 2017Motor Skill Deficits in DCD Linked to Impaired Anticipatory Control and Brain Network Alterations
- Human Factors · 2020Academic Struggle Can Shift Students Towards Fixed Mindsets
- Human Factors · 2016Auditory Perception Differences: Clinical vs. Non-Clinical Hallucinations
- Human Factors · 2019Textile-integrated fiber optics enable real-time, comfortable temperature monitoring in wearables.
- Human Factors · 2019Transforming Intangible Heat into a Tangible Design Material
- Human Factors · 2020Optimizing textile thermal insulation for comfort through humidity control
- Human Factors · 2018Inkjet Printing Enhances Tactile Fabric Properties for Improved User Experience
- Resource Management · 2020Supercritical CO2 treatment enhances aramid fiber UV resistance and thermal stability
- Human Factors · 2018Future Discomfort: Mediterranean Homes Will Fail Adaptive Comfort Standards by 2050 Due to Climate Change
- Resource Management · 2020Hybrid Solar Thermal Systems Boost Energy Yield by 30% with Integrated Storage and Waste Heat Conversion
- Human Factors · 2020Elevated humidity significantly increases user dissatisfaction in warm environments, exceeding standard thermal comfort predictions.
- Human Factors · 2016Textile weave and silica finishing significantly alter thermal insulation for improved comfort
- Human Factors · 2015Layered Firefighter Garments: Material Composition Dictates Thermal Protection and Moisture Management
- Human Factors · 2019Green Office Design Can Enhance Energy Efficiency Without Harming Employee Well-being
- Human Factors · 2019Self-efficacy is the strongest driver of functional food consumption intention.
- Human Factors · 2018Avatar embodiment in VR is biased towards self-attribution of easier movements
- User-Centred Design · 2019Contextual Conditions Crucial for Effective Feedback Design
- Human Factors · 2020Mixed Reality Chemistry Labs Enhance Procedural Learning and Safety Awareness
- Innovation & Design · 2016Future Hotel Experiences Will Radically Differ from Today's
- Human Factors · 2016Fabric-Based Wearables Enhance Natural Haptic Interaction
- Human Factors · 2016Wearable Vibrotactile Cues Enhance Human-Robot Navigation Safety
- Human Factors · 2019Continuous Pupillometry Analysis Enhances Understanding of Cognitive Load
- Human Factors · 2018Teleoperation of robots in disaster zones enhances operator safety and efficiency.
- Human Factors · 2017Visual robot avatar interaction can induce phantom haptic sensations in users.
- Human Factors · 2016Vibrational haptic feedback effectively guides human operator wrist positioning in robot-assisted tasks.
- Human Factors · 2019Embodied Analogies Enhance Physics Understanding
- Human Factors · 2016Head-Mounted Displays Enhance Virtual Environment Authenticity, But Consider Simulator Sickness
- User-Centred Design · 2018Gamification boosts stroke survivor motivation and adherence in home rehabilitation
- Human Factors · 2019Automated Tactile Map Generation: Bridging the Information Gap for Visually Impaired Users
- User-Centred Design · 2020Digital Tools Enhance Artistic-Visual Learning in Higher Education
- Human Factors · 2018Variable compliance haptic feedback enhances virtual object identification by 25%
- Innovation & Design · 2017Latent Semantic Analysis Reveals Shifting Research Frontiers in OpenStreetMap
- Human Factors · 2020VR immersion in educational labs is hindered by interface and content barriers
- Human Factors · 2020Soft robotic exoskeleton reduces shoulder muscle activation by up to 65%
- Human Factors · 2020Presence of a live dog moderately enhances language tasks and builds confidence in mathematical tasks for children.
- User-Centred Design · 2020Digital Studio Design Amplifies Meaning-Making Through Local Practice
- Innovation & Design · 2020Parametricism as a Response to Flexible Capitalism's Impact on Design Ideology
- Human Factors · 2018Soft robotic wrist feedback enhances complex task performance
- Human Factors · 2020Objective User Experience Index (UXI) Quantifies Human-Machine Interaction Effectiveness
- Resource Management · 2020Low-Cost Sensor Networks Enhance Urban Noise Pollution Data Collection
- Human Factors · 2020Sensory feedback in bionic prosthetics enhances functional, perceptual, and cognitive integration.
- Human Factors · 2017Micro-structured fiber optic sensors offer enhanced remote monitoring capabilities for human-centric systems.
- Human Factors · 2019Dietary nutrient profiles significantly impact zebrafish growth, body composition, and reproductive success.
- Human Factors · 2016Coral Larval Settlement Increases 29.5% with Louder Reef Soundscapes
- Human Factors · 2017Wearable Kinematic Brace Accurately Quantifies Occupational Strain Risk
- User-Centred Design · 2018Prioritize Usability in Weather Alert Apps to Ensure Critical Information Access
- Human Factors · 2016Immediate Tactile Feedback Accelerates Piano Skill Acquisition
- Human Factors · 2019Auditory and Haptic Feedback Enhances Nonvisual Map Navigation
- Human Factors · 2017Instrument cluster design must account for age-related cognitive decline to ensure driver usability.
- Human Factors · 2019Multi-finger gestures on mobile devices enhance HMD menu navigation efficiency
- User-Centred Design · 2018Eliciting Rich User Experience Data in Early Design Phases
- User-Centred Design · 2017Flexible Classroom Furniture Enhances Student-Centered Learning by 30%
- Human Factors · 2020Optimal Administrative Workspace Layout Enhances Employee Productivity and Comfort
- Human Factors · 2020Inclusive Public Transport Design Enhances User Experience and Accessibility
- User-Centred Design · 2016User Experience in Automotive Design Evolves Over Time
- Human Factors · 2019Auditory cues can restore lane-keeping ability when visual information is limited
- Final Production · 2017Optimized Multi-Layered Weave Design Enhances Seatbelt Strength and Reduces Material Usage
- Human Factors · 2018Smart Home Occupant Behavior Significantly Impacts Indoor Air Quality
- Human Factors · 2018Soft robotic glove enhances hand function by 33% for individuals with spinal cord injury
- Resource Management · 2018Self-Powered Wireless Sensor Networks for Machine Monitoring Achieve Sustainability Through Environmental Energy Harvesting
- Resource Management · 2020Energy Harvesting Extends IoT Device Lifespan and Sustainability
- Human Factors · 2020Kirigami-inspired 3D-printed stretchable energy harvesters enhance wearable device autonomy
- Innovation & Design · 2020LPWAN Design: Balancing Long Battery Life, Extended Coverage, and Cost for IoT Applications
- Final Production · 2017Nanoparticle reinforcement enhances aerospace composite performance by up to 30%
- Human Factors · 2018Universal Design scores in senior housing correlate with fall incidence
- User-Centred Design · 2019Facilities and communication drive sport center satisfaction
- Innovation & Design · 2017Tailoring Institutional Reforms for Entrepreneurship: Acknowledging Cross-Country Differences
- Human Factors · 2020Clear Interior Navigation Reduces User Stress and Improves Facility Usability
- Innovation & Design · 2015Dedicated Service Personnel and Methodologies Drive Manufacturing Service Success
- User-Centred Design · 2016Differentiated Instruction: Bridging the Gap Between Teacher Perception and Practice for Diverse Learners
- Human Factors · 2020Expert watchmakers optimize force direction for superior bimanual dexterity
- User-Centred Design · 2018Co-designing serious games with teenagers with ASD enhances engagement and learning outcomes.
- Innovation & Design · 2020Diverse Teams Drive Innovation When Supported by Inclusive Climates
- User-Centred Design · 2018Document Analysis Reveals User Needs and Societal Trends
- Human Factors · 2020Inclusive maker programs significantly boost STEM self-efficacy and interest in middle schoolers
- Human Factors · 2017Walking Football: A Sustainable and Engaging Exercise for Older Adults
- Human Factors · 2020Personalized Autonomous Vehicle Driving Styles Increase User Trust