[ENG] Audience reactions such as “Oh, doom is coming” reveal the emotional weight of eco-anxiety and highlight the need for approaches that go beyond fear. During the first year of understanding eco-anxiety, I explored how eco-anxiety manifests in daily life and how it shapes collective processes within …

This thesis focuses on the design and development of an emotion-evoking humanoid creature design for Morpheus Labs, to facilitate the creation of a horror VR experience in Unreal Engine 5. The project focuses on the client’s lack of knowledge about creating an effective and emotionally impactful design, …

This research justification discusses how YourSurprise, a personalised gift company, can improve its paid social media performance by implementing more efficient messaging and content formats. The business has historically concentrated on campaigns that increase conversions, but it is currently moving …

Deluge: a conversationFriday 28th February, 2025Organised alongside the exhibition, this community conference will conclude three years of research and artwork. The event will include conversations and presentations from the Deluge artists, ecologists and salt marsh experts, connecting the three tidal …

The visual portrayal of tragic events in news media has been widely debated. While some scholars advocate for the occasional use of graphic imagery, others support the exclusive publication of nongraphic or sanitized images to shield the audience. To address this controversy, ample research has focused …

As European countries experience growing immigration, the need for policies supporting immigrants’ cultural adaptation has intensified. Journalism plays a crucial role in this process, traditionally fostering a shared understanding among citizens and offering a common reference point to understand societal …

A diagnosis of dementia can change your life profoundly. You need stories, experiences, and tips from others — from people who truly understand what it means to live with dementia, every single day, in order to find your own way through. This book was created with care and straight from the heart. It …

The transition to an inclusive society through design Inclusive design can play a critical role in shaping a more equitable society. When products and services are intentionally created to be inclusive, they become more accessible to a wide audience, including people who might otherwise struggle to engage …

Developing personas is a widely used (marketing) method to gain insight into important behavioral components of a specific population by creating a detailed description of someone who represents the target audience. Personas are fictitious persons and give a detailed description of the motivations, needs, …

Audience feedback has become increasingly important for cultural organizations in evaluating their activities and shaping future programming. Moreover, competing for funds requires more and more accounting and reporting social and cultural impact. However, how can the intangible impact of cultural projects …