Thematic Clusters
Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/10/2011 - 3:48pmby Ezio Manzini
The next step for DESIS is to create Thematic Clusters: groups of design teams, based on different DESIS Labs, working on similar topics. Their aim is to build arenas for discussing on-going projects, comparing tools and results, and where new joint initiatives can be started.
DESIS Labs, for an Open Design Program
Submitted by admin on Tue, 06/28/2011 - 10:32pmBy Ezio Manzini
DESIS has grown over the past few years. Now it is time to focus (its aims) and consolidate (its organization). These topics have been discussed on several occasions, including the DESIS Forums in Shanghai, September 2010, and Paris, May 2011.
Geraes’ Creative Communities
Submitted by admin on Thu, 01/26/2012 - 5:36pmDESIS Korea launched
Submitted by admin on Mon, 01/23/2012 - 2:48pmA new DESIS local branch was initiated in South Korea. On November 23rd, 2011, DESIS Korea was officially launched at Seoul National University where initial members and partners gathered and celebrated its birth together. Professor Ezio Manzini joined the launching event to give an opening speech followed by brief introduction of the members and the parters on their current projects and interests.
Social Innovation in Brazil Through Design Strategy
Submitted by eunji on Sun, 01/22/2012 - 2:15pmTags
BrazilThemes
RegionsThe world is filled with pressing social challenges that cry out for solution. On one side are issues related to natural resources, such as global climate change and adequate food supplies. On the other are problems with service systems, exemplified by issues with the cost and quality of healthcare as well as diccifulties with transportation and improvements in education.
