Suggested readings:

  • Ihls, J., & Pollini, B. (2024). From observation to operation: how lab spaces influence the biodesign practice. Cambridge Open Engage. doi:10.33774/coe-2024-rh52p This content is a preprint and has not been peer-reviewed.
  • Valentina Rognoli and Sofia Soledad Duarte Poblete. Which Label Goes on the Door? Navigating the Identity of Materials Designer. 2024 What's Around Design International Conference. In press, release soon.
  • Chang, D., Lee, C., & Chen, C. (2014). Review of life cycle assessment towards sustainable product development. Journal of Cleaner Production, 83, 48-60. Review of life cycle assessment towards sustainable product development
  • Clèries, L., & Rognoli, V. (2021). Materials Designers: A New Design Discipline. In Material Designers. Boosting talent towards circular economies. Barcelona: Elisava School of Design; MATERIAL DESIGNERS. Materials Designers: A New Design Discipline.
  • Duarte Poblete, S. S., Anselmi, L., & Rognoli, V. (2024). Materials designers and the translational approach: A case from a product design company. DRS Biennial Conference Series. Materials designers and the translational approach: a case from a product design company
  • Duarte Poblete, S. S., Anselmi, L., & Rognoli, V. (in press - 2024). Materials design trends fostering environmental sustainability. 2024 What's Around Design International Conference. In press, release soon.

Suggested Activity:

For your final activity, we encourage you to amplify your mini-archive of case studies! Choose 5 additional examples from any topic discussed during the MOOC that you found most inspiring or relevant. This is your opportunity to dive deeper into the subjects that resonated with you and showcase your unique perspective.

Once you've selected your 5 case studies, create an Instagram post that presents them in a creative and engaging way. In your post, let us know why you chose these specific examples and what you enjoyed most about the MOOC. This is a chance to share your insights, preferences, and personal highlights with the community!

By sharing your post, you'll be contributing to a broader discussion on materials design for sustainability and helping to inspire others to explore these important topics. Don’t forget to tag our Instagram account @materialsfortransition_polimi and use the hashtags #mooc #polimi #materialsdesignfortransition. We will feature some of the most compelling posts on our channel!

Let’s build a vibrant community together and spread the word about the MOOC!