designerscholars
designerscholars is a term used to describe individuals who bridge the disciplines of design and academic scholarship. These professionals typically possess a background in design practice, such as graphic design, industrial design, or interaction design, and engage in research and scholarly inquiry within their field. Their work often involves not only creating design solutions but also critically analyzing the processes, impacts, and theoretical underpinnings of design.
The activities of designerscholars can encompass a wide range of scholarly outputs. This may include publishing
The rise of designerscholars reflects a growing recognition of design as a legitimate area of academic study