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Deepa Butoliya's research is located at the intersection of models of knowledge and critical thinking, embracing multiple global perspectives. Her doctoral research focused on the concept of Jugaad, aimed at fostering ingenuity within the ever-evolving landscape of design, technology, and culture. Deepa seeks to create sustainable, equitable, and inclusive environments through local awareness and a global perspective. With a background in architecture and extensive experience in design from grassroots levels, she has worked with organizations like the Development Lab at MIT, creating design solutions for international development. Her academic journey includes earning an MFA in Industrial Design from the University of Illinois at Chicago and teaching at prestigious institutions such as Carnegie Mellon University. Beyond academia, Deepa has contributed as a user experience researcher at GE Healthcare and UPMC Enterprises, where she focused on developing enterprise products for healthcare clinicians. Her research has critically examined design practices through multiple pluriversal perspectives and has been showcased at various workshops and conferences.
University of Michigan Stamps School of Art & Design • Ann Arbor, MI
Teaching courses in design and conducting research in critical design practices.
Generation Imaging Group, GE Healthcare, UPMC Enterprises • Pittsburgh, PA
Conducted research with clinicians to develop enterprise products.
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science