“ Ravensbourne ’ s research engages with the virtual and physical spaces that we inhabit today , and the intersection of data and design . We are creating a world-leading environment to exploit interconnectivity and collaboration between industry and practice-based research .”
Dr Nicholas Lambert Head of Research
Research at Ravensbourne
Ravensbourne ’ s Research Department encourages both academic and practicebased research by staff and students .
We have an international reputation as a research leader and collaborative partner on innovative digital projects . We also work with industry and government in the UK and beyond .
Central to our mission is the aspiration of developing excellence in research , and informing teaching in all subject areas with the results of our project . We disseminate our work through teaching , publication , industrial and commercial outcomes , collaborations with other organisations and the promotion of debate . We aim to embed research within the culture of Ravensbourne .
In particular we focus on design , communication and interactive digital projects ; also traditional scholarly output relating to the applications of technology to design and culture ; applied research in broadcast technology ; and projects relevant to the creative industries . Our extensive networks with our academic peers , international institutions and commercial enterprises enable Ravensbourne to engage in significant projects that have raised its research profile .
As a specialist design and media institution , we are driven by a desire to encourage activity between disciplines and search for new and innovative thinking . This informs not only the structure of Ravensbourne , but also our pedagogy and outlook .
Therefore our research strives to be distinctive and offer alternatives to other universities and academic institutions .
Particular areas of innovation include :
· Augmented and Virtual Reality for learning
· Smart Cities and urban design
· New filming and narrative technologies
· Wearable technology
· Novel materials and production techniques
If you have particular research interests , please contact us : research @ rave . ac . uk ravensbourne . ac . uk
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