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Professor Reside Oya Demirbilek specializes in Industrial Design at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). With a multicultural upbringing across countries including Turkey, France, and Italy, her design journey began with a focus on biology but shifted toward Industrial Design, where she graduated as the valedictorian from Middle East Technical University (METU). Her passion lies in co-design and inclusive design, particularly addressing the intersection of design for aging populations. Holding two PhDs, Demirbilek explores how older adults actively shape the design of everyday objects and environments, emphasizing user-centered design through participatory methods. She has held various leadership roles within UNSW, affecting the curriculum and the delivery of courses that reach thousands globally. Personal experiences, such as caregiving for her husband with Parkinson’s Disease, inform her commitment to designing with dignity and well-being in mind. Demirbilek's academic pursuits are rooted in empathy and inclusion, aiming to make inclusive design a mainstream practice. She collaborates extensively with industry leaders, including notable works with Breville and Caroma, advancing real-world applications of her research.
University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia
Teaching and researching in the area of Industrial Design, focusing on co-design and inclusive design for aging populations.
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