All design research studies — page 266
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 & Design · 2023SMEs can achieve innovation ambidexterity through strategic adaptation, supportive culture, and stakeholder engagement.
- Resource Management · 2019Biofilm Enhancement Boosts Water Filter Lifespan by 40%
- Resource Management · 2025Photocatalytic Conversion of Furfural Offers Sustainable Chemical Production Pathway
- Commercial Production · 2022Engineered Vibrio natriegens achieves 10x faster formic acid consumption for industrial biorefining
- Resource Management · 2025Oxygen Perturbation Boosts Extracellular Polymeric Substance Yield by 90.5% for Resource Recovery
- Commercial Production · 2022Glass/Glass Solar Modules Exhibit Superior Long-Term Reliability Over Glass/Backsheet Designs
- Innovation & Markets · 2020Deal exclusivity boosts booking intention via utilitarian value, not hedonic appeal.
- Resource Management · 2018Biowalls with Organic Matter and Zero-Valent Iron Enhance Trichloroethylene Remediation
- Resource Management · 2021Green Climate Fund can finance climate resilience measures
- Commercial Production · 2023Segmental Prefabrication Boosts Railway Bridge Construction Speed by 30%
- Resource Management · 2019Optimizing Potassium Application for Maize and Subsequent Bean Yields
- Commercial Production · 2020ReRAM Crossbar Mapping Optimizes Area-Delay Product by up to 6.36x for In-Memory Computing
- Commercial Production · 2017Digital Resources Can Enhance Healthcare Professional Confidence in Obesity Management
- Resource Management · 2017Reducing GaN crystal growth pressure by 100x via supercritical ammonia-sodium solutions
- Commercial Production · 2017Automated HEMS Algorithm Reduces Household Energy Costs by Optimizing Appliance Scheduling
- Innovation & Design · 2017Empowering individuals through increased agency can foster a more equitable society.
- Commercial Production · 2023Digital Kaizen in Industry 5.0 enhances productivity through human-AI collaboration.
- Innovation & Design · 2020Nationwide Robotics Dissemination for SMEs Requires Structured Advisory Support
- Innovation & Design · 2019Made-in-China 2025 demands compound technical talent with innovative capabilities.
- Commercial Production · 2018Design for Security: Mitigating Scan-Based Attacks on Embedded Cryptographic Hardware
- Commercial Production · 2022Optimized Scan Chain Insertion for UART Modules Reduces Power Consumption by 75%
- Commercial Production · 2023IoT Prototyping Enhances Construction Safety Management
- Commercial Production · 2024Discrete Event Simulation Optimizes Indian Manufacturing Efficiency by 25%
- Commercial Production · 2017Heuristic algorithms can resolve resource conflicts in collaborative projects by 25% faster.
- Commercial Production · 2023Wavelet Packet Transform enhances Smart Grid data compression by 30% while reducing noise
- Resource Management · 2020Software-Augmented Solar Sensors Enhance Photovoltaic Efficiency by 15%
- Commercial Production · 2023Integrated Filtering Enhances UWB Localization Accuracy by 15% in Dynamic Indoor Environments
- Resource Management · 2017Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Reduces CO2 Capture Reboiler Duty by 20.5%
- Commercial Production · 2022Optimizing Knowledge-Based Services: Balancing Quality, Customer Input, and Operational Complexity
- Final Production · 2023Microstructure-informed simulation predicts anisotropic mechanical properties in additively manufactured Hastelloy-X
- Commercial Production · 2016Lean Six Sigma simulation reduces energy consumption in modular construction by 15%
- Commercial Production · 2025Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems Optimize for Cost, Emissions, and Social Impact in Rural Agriculture
- Commercial Production · 2025DART-PDCA Model Mitigates Design Interest Paradox in Chinese EPC Projects
- Commercial Production · 2022Data-Driven Insights Enhance Resource Allocation for Vulnerable Populations
- Commercial Production · 2025Integrated Information Systems Drive Market Performance Through PLM and Industry 4.0 Synergy
- Commercial Production · 2025Cloud Kitchens Offer Scalable Food Service with Reduced Overhead
- Human Factors · 2024Remote monitoring of cold storage systems via MQTT reduces human error and improves response times
- Human Factors · 2016Symbol salience and discriminability significantly impact user response times in change detection tasks.
- Human Factors · 2025Mobile app accurately measures fatigue and alertness via psychomotor tasks
- Human Factors · 2018Technology Adoption in Advising: Experience and Flexibility Drive Success
- Human Factors · 2025Workplace redesign and support systems significantly influence MSD prevention behaviors.
- Human Factors · 2016Combined physical and mental stressors amplify inflammatory responses, impacting worker recovery.
- Human Factors · 2023Ergonomic Workplace Design for an Ageing Workforce
- Human Factors · 2026Ergonomic training reduces musculoskeletal disorder prevalence by 20% in healthcare workers
- Human Factors · 2025Enhanced Visual Acuity Compensates for Auditory Impairment in Driving Performance
- Human Factors · 2025Unergonomic cleaning postures increase musculoskeletal injury risk by 2.791 PEI score
- Human Factors · 2023Ergonomic broom and dustpan design reduces physical strain by 30% for street sweepers
- Human Factors · 2026Children's Wayfinding in Complex Spaces: Shorter Stature, Shorter Attention Spans, and Signage Struggles
- Human Factors · 2017Occupational Low Back Pain in Mineworkers Significantly Impairs Functional Activities
- Human Factors · 2023Urban Wayfinding Systems Should Leverage Mental Mapping for Improved Navigation
- Human Factors · 2025Force scaling in tele-ultrasound reduces operator fatigue and stress by 25%
- Human Factors · 2021Signage vs. Digital Navigation: Impact on Spatial Cognition and Wayfinding Accuracy
- Human Factors · 2026Movement-activated feedback systems can increase user engagement by 40% in daily activities
- Human Factors · 2023Ergonomic Trowel Handles Reduce Shoulder Muscle Fatigue by 20%
- Human Factors · 2018Human behaviour during fire evacuations is unpredictable and significantly impacts safety.
- Human Factors · 2025Uncomfortable seating and close screen distance double the risk of Computer Vision Syndrome in students
- Human Factors · 2020Brain-Controlled Stimulation Enhances Neurorehabilitation Potential
- User-Centred Design · 2022User-centric service design for electric minivans enhances driver satisfaction and operational efficiency.
- Human Factors · 2023Ergonomic chinrest offers negligible biomechanical benefits for violinists
- Human Factors · 2021Single-button emergency response systems significantly reduce cognitive load for vulnerable users.
- Human Factors · 2025One hour of smartphone use significantly reduces visual processing efficiency by 26.9%
- Human Factors · 2025Reducing Eye Strain in Children by 0.5 Diopters Through Targeted Interventions
- Human Factors · 2024Clinical Decision Support Systems can reduce inappropriate prescriptions in elderly by 59%
- Innovation & Design · 2025Policy Modeling Consistency Index (PMC-index) reveals opportunities for optimizing commercial health insurance design
- Sustainability · 2023Social and Solidarity Tourism: A Model for Sustainable Development and Human Flourishing
- User-Centred Design · 2022Genetic Optimization Algorithm Enhances Healthcare Product Satisfaction Evaluation
- Human Factors · 2026Remote Learning Amplifies Digital Eye Strain Risks
- User-Centred Design · 2025Social Media & Collaboration Tools: Enhancing Engagement, Challenging Retention
- Human Factors · 2024Eye-tracking and Think Aloud reveal cognitive shortcuts in hardware reverse engineering
- Human Factors · 2024Camel-fur inspired porous fibers enhance all-weather personal thermal regulation by 7-10°C
- Human Factors · 2022Interactive robotic leg press training robots demonstrate high usability for pediatric neuromuscular rehabilitation
- Human Factors · 2024Optimized membrane morphology enhances outdoor apparel comfort by 25% through improved breathability and thermal regulation.
- Human Factors · 2024Head-Neck Biomechanical Models Inform Injury Thresholds
- Human Factors · 2023Extended screen time increases digital eye strain risk by 81.8% in children
- Modelling · 2023MRI-Derived Head-Neck FE Model Accurately Replicates Biomechanical Responses
- Human Factors · 2021Optimized Protective Clothing Thermal Performance Through Numerical Modeling
- User-Centred Design · 2015Digital Curation Enhances On-Site Museum Interactivity by 30%
- Innovation & Design · 2023The Dramaturg as 'Artistic Instigator' Redefines Collaborative Creation
- Human Factors · 2025Blending Mouse and Hand Tracking Enhances 3D Object Interaction Ergonomics and Accuracy
- Human Factors · 2025Raw physiological signals offer superior prediction of mortality and orthostatic intolerance compared to processed data.
- Human Factors · 2022User Mechanical Impedance Significantly Impacts Haptic System Performance
- Human Factors · 2021Optimized CNG tank placement enhances passenger safety by 15% in frontal and side collisions
- Human Factors · 2025Ergonomic design in protective clothing enhances wearer comfort and performance by 25%
- Human Factors · 2026Digital Eye Strain: A Multifaceted Human Factors Challenge
- Human Factors · 2026High-Fidelity Haptics Can Hinder VR Usability: Prioritize Functional Sufficiency Over Sensory Maximization
- Human Factors · 2019Spacesuit Pressurization Reduces Arm Mobility by Up to 70%
- Human Factors · 2026Optimized UI/UX Reduces Industrial Errors by up to 70%
- Resource Management · 2023Increasing chilled water setpoint by 4°C can yield 5% chiller energy savings in tropical office buildings
- Human Factors · 2015Optimizing Learning Through Graduated Cognitive Load Management
- Human Factors · 2025Strategic Vegetation Placement Enhances Pedestrian Thermal Comfort by up to 5°C PET in Hot Arid Climates
- Human Factors · 2025Personalized Thermal Insulation: Addressing Cold Intolerance Through Advanced Apparel Design
- Human Factors · 2024Cognitive Load Management Enhances Learning of Complex Concepts by 30%
- Sustainability · 2016Homeowner Sustainability Weighting Tool Simplifies Green Renovation Decisions
- Human Factors · 2021Phase Change Material Integration Enhances Thermal Comfort in Protective Clothing by 15°C
- Human Factors · 2025Optimized printing and embroidery parameters enhance biophysical comfort in premature infant protective clothing
- Resource Management · 2025Corrosion Resistance Significantly Impacts Wearable PV Cell Longevity
- Sustainability · 2025Energy poverty significantly impacts mental and physical well-being, driving material deprivation.
- User-Centred Design · 2026Augmented Reality Enhances Pediatric Resuscitation Team Coordination and Guideline Adherence
- Human Factors · 2026Immediate task-based feedback boosts cognitive understanding, while delayed feedback enhances motivation.
- Human Factors · 2026Monaural Auditory Cues Dramatically Improve Alarm Detection in Complex Multi-Window Map Interfaces