All design research studies — page 415
Every peer-reviewed study in the DesignDex index, newest first. Each entry links to a full summary with the finding, method, limitations and a practical design takeaway.
- Sustainability · 2026Peer-to-peer WhatsApp groups enhance solar irrigation system maintenance
- Resource Management · 2026Optimizing turbulent flow models reduces energy consumption in fluid systems
- Innovation & Design · 2026AI-Powered 'Intent Lenses' Enhance Photo Capture Utility
- Resource Management · 2015Biodegradable films with controlled atmosphere extend raspberry shelf life by preserving volatile aroma compounds.
- Resource Management · 2013Biodegradable biocomposites can be tailored for specific applications by controlling matrix composition and additives.
- Resource Management · 2015Optimizing PLA/Starch Blends with Maleic Anhydride Enhances Mechanical Properties and Economic Viability
- Resource Management · 2015Edible Casein Films Lose Structural Integrity Above 50% RH at 40°C
- Resource Management · 2011Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) Offer a Biodegradable Alternative to Petrochemical Plastics
- Resource Management · 2015Zein-based films with xanthan gum enhance tensile strength and opacity for sustainable packaging.
- Resource Management · 2015Bioplastic Biodegradability Varies Significantly by Material Composition and Environmental Conditions
- Resource Management · 2010Biorefineries as a Collective Strategy for Sustainable Agricultural Valorization
- Resource Management · 2013Absorbent agents reduce car interior biocomposite odour by 50%
- Resource Management · 2013Controlled degradation of polypropylene achieved by additive concentration
- Resource Management · 2010Optimized Packaging Extends Produce Shelf Life by Controlling Atmosphere and Moisture
- Resource Management · 2015Bacterial strain Pseudomonas putida NBUS12 converts toxic styrene waste into valuable biopolymer
- Resource Management · 2011Land Acquisition Models Vary Significantly in Legality and Impact
- Resource Management · 2014Supercapacitors Offer Rapid Charging and Extended Lifespans for Energy Storage Solutions
- Resource Management · 2010Microbial Fuel Cells Offer Dual Benefit: Waste Remediation and Energy Generation
- Resource Management · 2013Encapsulating dyes in MOFs enhances solid-state lasing efficiency
- Resource Management · 2012Optimizing Oxygen Sensing for Resource Management
- Resource Management · 2015Food Environment Metrics Reveal Income-Dietary Link in Agricultural Interventions
- Human Factors · 2014Exoskeleton Design: Minimize Dissipation, Maximize Power for Reduced Metabolic Cost
- Resource Management · 2015Bio-inspired synthesis of metal nanomaterials offers sustainable manufacturing pathways
- Resource Management · 2015Optimizing water and fertilizer use boosts crop yields and economic viability
- Innovation & Design · 2011Alignment accuracy in sequence analysis significantly impacts the reliability of detecting evolutionary selection.
- Resource Management · 2015Nanomaterial Design for Enhanced Water Purification Efficiency
- Resource Management · 2015Engineering lignin for enhanced biofuel and bioproduct extraction
- Innovation & Design · 2014Ubiquitous Sensors in IoT Create Unforeseen Design Challenges for Privacy and Security
- Innovation & Design · 2014Serious Games Drive Engagement Across Diverse Applications
- Resource Management · 2012Policy-driven ecological restoration can enhance carbon sequestration and soil conservation but may decrease water yield.
- Resource Management · 2011Agroecology Enhances Food Sovereignty and Resource Conservation
- Resource Management · 201390 Carbon Major Entities Account for 63% of Historic CO2 and Methane Emissions
- Sustainability · 2015Sustainability Transitions are Shaped by Shifting Power Dynamics Among Diverse Actors
- Resource Management · 2015Massive MIMO boosts energy efficiency in wireless systems
- Resource Management · 2014Integrated Spectroscopy and Spatial Analysis Reduces Soil Contamination Assessment Costs by 50%
- Resource Management · 2014Heavy Metal Pollution in China: A Critical Barrier to Sustainable Development
- Sustainability · 2014H&M's Supply Chain Prioritizes Human and Economic Wellbeing Over Environmental Factors in E-commerce Expansion
- Resource Management · 2014Graphene Quantum Dots Enhance Battery Electrode Durability and Capacity
- Resource Management · 2015Decentralized Control Enhances Microgrid Stability and Power Sharing
- Resource Management · 2015Dynamic Workflow System Optimizes Supercomputing Resource Utilization by 40%
- Resource Management · 2012Human Impact on Land Surface Exceeds 50%, Threatening Sustainability
- Resource Management · 2014Bagasse-Derived Carbon Aerogels Offer Sustainable Supercapacitor Electrodes
- Resource Management · 2015Integrating Circularity into Manufacturing Education Drives Sustainable Value Creation
- Resource Management · 2015Larger prefabricated industrial buildings significantly reduce carbon and energy footprints per cubic meter.
- Resource Management · 2011Hazardous chemicals leach from common plastic products, impacting aquatic life.
- Resource Management · 2014Algal Biomass Fractionation Optimizes Biofuel Yield and Economic Viability
- Resource Management · 2014Cotton cellulose molecular mass degrades significantly after 50+ launderings, impacting recyclability.
- Sustainability · 2015Sustainable Practices Drive Competitive Advantage in Innovation Ecosystems
- Sustainability · 2015Local T-shirt Brands Lag Behind in Environmental Sustainability
- Sustainability · 2014Textile Recycling Model Quantifies Economic and Environmental Gains
- Resource Management · 2011Waste-derived HVO biofuels offer superior environmental and cost performance over traditional biodiesel and woody BTL.
- Innovation & Design · 2014Integrated methodology enhances Product-Service System (PSS) design across diverse types.
- Resource Management · 2015Resource Scarcity Demands a Strategic Shift in Supply Chain Design
- Resource Management · 2014Targeted support for cellulosic ethanol can accelerate the transition from first to second-generation biofuels.
- User-Centred Design · 2015Public Service Design Must Prioritize Citizen Needs for Effective Policy
- Sustainability · 2014Community management models can undermine rural water supply sustainability.
- User-Centred Design · 2011Bibliotherapy models often overlook user experience, prioritizing operational factors.
- User-Centred Design · 2014Leveraging Immigrant Skills: A Human Capital Approach to Labour Market Integration
- Innovation & Design · 2015Complex regulatory frameworks can stifle innovation in public procurement.
- User-Centred Design · 2012Integrating Universal Design into Engineering Education Enhances Inclusivity Awareness
- User-Centred Design · 2011Peer Review Mechanisms Enhance Accountability and Drive User-Centric Improvements
- User-Centred Design · 2010Specialized Training Enhances Practitioner Effectiveness in Auditory-Verbal Education
- User-Centred Design · 2011Personas Effectively Identify Urban Sustainability Barriers
- User-Centred Design · 2015Inclusive Design Principles Enhance Educational Outcomes for All Learners
- User-Centred Design · 2011Universal Design's 'Design for All' Principle Challenges Traditional Notions of Disability
- Innovation & Design · 2013Carbon Management Systems Persuade Employees Towards Eco-Responsible Actions
- Innovation & Design · 2010Multi-stakeholder collaboration accelerates maternity care system transformation
- Innovation & Design · 2014Serious Games: Design Guidelines for Maximizing Learning Impact
- Innovation & Design · 2015Organizational Culture Can Mitigate, But Not Erase, National Cultural Impacts on Lean Practice Efficacy
- Innovation & Design · 2015Servitization Adoption in UK Manufacturing: Key Drivers and Inhibitors Identified
- Innovation & Design · 2012Disruptive Innovation Follows Predictable Patterns Despite Unpredictability
- Innovation & Markets · 2011RFID integration enhances retail value chain efficiency by identifying key applicable business processes.
- Innovation & Markets · 2015Strategic Financial Management and Human Capital Development are Key to Sustaining Small Businesses Beyond Five Years
- Innovation & Markets · 2010Just-In-Time/Sequence adoption in automotive value chains creates new worker bargaining leverage.
- Innovation & Design · 2014Conceptual Vocabulary Drives Innovation in Emerging Fields
- Innovation & Design · 2013Regional Institutions Significantly Shape Innovation Ecosystems
- Innovation & Markets · 2015Organizational Culture Significantly Impacts New Technology Adoption Success
- Innovation & Markets · 2011E-CRM Features Drive E-Loyalty in Mobile Commerce
- Resource Management · 2016Building-Integrated PV Modules Meet Safety Standards for Laminated Safety Glass
- Sustainability · 2015Integrating Sustainability into Business Models Drives Long-Term Value
- Resource Management · 2017Optimizing Lithium-Ion Battery Systems for Grid-Scale Energy Storage
- Resource Management · 2017Informal Waste Pickers are Essential for Urban Waste Management Systems
- Resource Management · 2017Recycling Silicon Sawdust into High-Performance Battery Anodes
- Resource Management · 2019Textile Waste Reduction Model Decreases Landfill Disposal by 70%
- Resource Management · 2020Sustainable Cellulose Fiber Production: Ionic Liquids Offer Eco-Friendly Alternative to NMMO
- Resource Management · 2020Coffee Cascara Fiber Enhances Gluten-Free Bread: Improved Nutrition and Texture
- Resource Management · 2020Electrochemical PET Recycling Achieves 17% Terephthalic Acid Yield in 1 Hour
- Resource Management · 2020Upcycled Olive Leaf Ingredients Boost Consumer Acceptance of Sustainable Foods
- Sustainability · 2017Makerspaces Can Foster Sustainable Development Through Community and Social Awareness
- Resource Management · 2020PET Plastic Upcycled into Biodegradable Bioplastics via Enzymatic and Microbial Processes
- Resource Management · 2019Quantifying and Visualizing Embodied Carbon in Buildings for Design Optimization
- Sustainability · 2017Upcycling interventions can scale niche environmentally significant behaviour
- Resource Management · 2020Waste Streams as a Source for High-Value Nutrient Recovery
- Resource Management · 2020Upcycling Brewers' Spent Grains Boosts Nutritional Value and Consumer Acceptance in Bakery Products
- Resource Management · 2016Model Predictive Control Optimizes Energy Storage for Grid Power Smoothing
- User-Centred Design · 2015Student-Designed Learning Environments Leverage Online Resources for Personalized Education
- Sustainability · 2020Circular Economy Implementation in Ukraine Boosts Waste Reduction by 952,737 Thousand Tonnes per Unit GDP Decrease
- User-Centred Design · 2023Integrating Accessibility and Sustainability in Event Design
- Innovation & Design · 2020Multi-stakeholder Collaboration Accelerates Sustainability Goal Achievement
- User-Centred Design · 2021Remote schooling exacerbates educational inequalities without adequate support structures.