Dr. Marianela Ciolfi Felice

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Marianela Ciolfi Felice is an Assistant Professor in Interaction Design at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Sweden. Her research focuses on data-enabled, body-centered technologies with a critical feminist computing perspective. She is passionate about the design, deployment, and evaluation of technological interventions aimed at helping organizations and individuals combat inequalities. Ciolfi Felice has been recognized with multiple awards for her exemplary research and has a strong commitment to community engagement, reflecting on the role of technology in addressing complex societal issues. Prior to her current role, she was a postdoctoral researcher at KTH focusing on digital women's health and explored design spaces related to menarche, menopause, and contraception. She completed her doctorate in Computer Science at Université Paris Saclay, France, where her thesis involved designing interactive tools for creative practices. She has actively participated in various academic communities, including the ACM SIGCHI Latin American community, and co-organized research seminars at KTH. In addition to her academic pursuits, she collaborates with NGOs and co-supervises PhD students, contributing to projects that leverage AI for social reform in Latin America.

Research Interests

Courses

Degree Project Computer Science Engineering Media Technology Interaction Design Sensor Programming Media Technology

Requirements for KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:0
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:0
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Specific course requirements vary by department (e.g., Mathematics, Programming, or Subject-specific credits).
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas of completed degree
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Letters of Recommendation (if required by program)
  • Summary of Project (if required)
Specialization Notes

Master's programs are organized under Schools; departments listed are units within these schools (e.g., EECS, ABE, CBH, ITM, SCI).