Professor Sarah Pink
Sarah is Director of the Emerging Technologies Research Lab, which undertakes critical interdisciplinary and international research into the social, cultural and experiential dimensions of the design, use and futures of new and emerging technologies. She has a joint appointment across the Faculty of Art Design & Architecture and the Faculty of Information Technology.
Her research focuses on emerging intelligent technologies, automation, data, digital futures, safety and design for wellbeing. Current projects investigate autonomous driving vehicles, Mobility as a Service, digital energy futures, self tracking and wearable technologies, smart phone and personal technology futures, digital technology use in everyday life, and health care design.
Sarah is a world leading Design Anthropologist, known for her development of innovative digital, visual and sensory research and dissemination methodologies, which she engages in interdisciplinary projects with design, engineering and creative practice disciplines to engage with contemporary issues and challenges. She has over 20 years experiences of working with academic and industry research partners internationally and frequently gives keynote and public lectures in academic and business environments internationally. She has published numerous academic books, peer referred journal articles and book chapters.
Sarah's research has been funded by national research councils in Australia, UK, Sweden and Spain, and the EU, and through industry partnerships internationally.
Recent news
Project bridges digital divide between seniors and smart home technologies
From digital voice assistants to automated ‘smart’ lights and robotic vacuum cleaners, readily available off-the-shelf smart home devices can support the wellbeing and independence of older Australians, as identified by new research.
25 Feb 2021
Returning confidence in public transport in a post-COVID-19 world
Public transport is essential because it's by far the most spatially efficient way to move large numbers of people about the city. However, the notion of sharing confined public spaces for potentially extended periods of time will play heavily on the minds of a public learning to maintain physical distance.
3 Jun 2020
Current research projects
At Monash Art, Design and Architecture, we focus on the pursuit of research that addresses the social, economic and human issues facing Australia.
Atmosphere, authenticity, vibrancy
Investingating how the distinctive ‘feel’ - or atmosphere - of the Queen Victoria Markets is linked to its design and built environment.
Co-designing future smart urban mobility systems
Establishing new ways of developing modern vehicles and smart cities for a sustainable social environment.
Digital Energy futures
Understanding and forecasting changing digital lifestyle trends and their impact on future household electricity demand, including at peak times.
E-waste Futures
Transforming current e-waste problems into opportunities to design and research best practices for waste reduction toward a sustainable future.