Research Groups: Institutes, Labs and Centers

Knowledge Media Design Institute (KMDI)

The Knowledge Media Design Institute is dedicated to exploring the complex relationships between information, technology and society, with the aim of advancing social justice through human-centered design. The KMDI’s research portfolio includes action research projects, cross-sector collaborations, and community outreach initiatives. Its affiliated Labs and projects explore the various social, cultural, ethical, and political implications of technological artifacts and systems, from 3D printers and game consoles, to social media platforms and environmental data infrastructures.

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Affiliated faculty members

Mary Elizabeth Luka

Associate Professor

Priyank Chandra

Assistant Professor

Sara Grimes

Professor

Matt Ratto

Professor

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Introducing the 2024-25 Crosstalk Series

Join the Faculty of Information’s Crosstalk Series, an informal weekly speaker series in which two faculty members discuss their current research, look for common themes and answer questions from the audience. Learn about diverse research in the field of Information, uncover ‘hidden’ connections and encourage crossectoral collaboration within the Faculty. All students, staff and faculty […]

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A GLAM makeover for the Archives of Ontario 

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Faculty of Information to host inaugural Dublin Core Data Institute Conference 

The Faculty of Information will host the inaugural Dublin Core Data Institute (DCDI) conference on October 19, 2024. The first event of its kind, DCDI will focus on advancing open data resources for humanities and social science research.   The conference aims to bring together leading data and information scientists, as well as humanities and social […]

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Profs champion collections management in new book

A new book on collections management in museums, which highlights new approaches in the field, is now available to download for free. Co-edited by Faculty of Information Professor Cara Krmpotich and Professor Alice Stevenson of University College London, Collections Management as Critical Museum Practice was published last July.   “We created this edited volume to show the […]

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