Our Challenge

The Advanced Research in Inclusive Systems Design challenge is an advanced, international short-term educational program designed for doctoral students interested in research on inclusive, user-centered, and sustainable systems based on modern technologies. The program combines a research perspective with design practice, enabling participants to conduct an in-depth analysis of the role of emerging technologies—such as XR, robotics, autonomous systems, wearable devices, and artificial intelligence algorithms—in addressing defined societal challenges. The school will be delivered in a blended format and is based on the Challenge-Based Learning approach, extended to include topics related to research methodology and tools for evaluating the developed solutions. Doctoral students will design advanced concepts of technological systems, identify research gaps, select appropriate validation methods, and critically assess existing solutions in terms of accessibility, usability, and societal impact. The program fosters interdisciplinary knowledge exchange and the integration of technical, social, and design perspectives. An important component of the school is the development of soft skills—participants will work in international teams, moderate design processes, and enhance their ability to effectively communicate research