Dr. Chantal Trudel

Biography

Chantal Trudel is an Associate Professor and Director at the School of Industrial Design at Carleton University, where she received her Bachelor of Industrial Design (B.I.D). She holds a Master’s Degree in Applied Ergonomics from the University of Nottingham. Her career spans various roles in industrial design and architecture, focusing on interdisciplinary collaboration and research. With a decade of experience in the fields of architecture and interior design, Chantal has specialized in health care environments, providing insights into product limitations and research opportunities. Her experience includes projects like the Women and Newborn Hospital at Winnipeg's Health Sciences Centre and the McGill University Health Network's Glen Campus competition. She has been recognized with accolades such as the Canadian Architect Award of Excellence for her contribution to the Women and Newborn Hospital project. Her research interests include the role of design in health care, focusing on safety, performance, and productivity, with particular attention to clinical processes and the patient and family experience. She explores ergonomic considerations in health care product design and human-computer interaction in this space. Chantal has been involved in several innovative research projects, including the Research Education Design and Innovation program, which offers skills training for students, and collaborates with various organizations to improve health environments through data-driven design.

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