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Elin Manker is an Associate Professor in Art History and Visual Studies at Umeå University. Her research focuses on design history and design theory, particularly from the 1800s onwards. Manker's current work involves a three-year research project funded by the Swedish Research Council, titled 'Blå blom': Alternative Modern. This project investigates the uses of design principles during the 20th century, highlighting the substantial impact these principles have had on various industries. She engages with critical heritage studies and the history of intellectual property law in her research. Manker is preparing a monograph based on her previous research on Selma Giöbel, examining modern textile design from around 1900, which analyzes the craftsmanship, trade, and artistic practices in Sweden from 1885 to 1915. Her doctoral dissertation, published in 2019, explored the connections between aesthetic theories and market production processes in early-industrialized Sweden, revealing the eclectic nature of 19th-century design and its impact on contemporary aesthetics. She teaches at multiple levels in Art History and Visual Studies.
Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.