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MonthNote #6: March 2025
Disclaimer: This is my personal journal and includes rough notes from my PhD journey. Some thoughts may be incomplete or not thoroughly...
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Mar 308 min read
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Vienna
A few months ago, I was invited to speak at the 2nd Pronovea conference in Vienna. I was delighted to be asked and quickly confirmed my...
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Mar 36 min read
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Tokyo
A recent conversation with a colleague got me thinking about how different cultures can shape work dynamics and how some people struggle...
samanthaosys
Feb 2514 min read
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MonthNote #5: February 2025
Disclaimer: This is my personal journal and includes rough notes from my PhD journey. Some thoughts may be incomplete or not thoroughly...
samanthaosys
Feb 258 min read
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MonthNote #4: January 2025
Disclaimer: This is my personal journal and includes rough notes from my PhD journey. Some thoughts may be incomplete or not thoroughly...
samanthaosys
Jan 318 min read
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MonthNote #3: December 2024
Disclaimer: This is my personal journal and includes rough notes from my PhD journey. Some thoughts may be incomplete or not thoroughly...
samanthaosys
Dec 29, 202412 min read
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NaNoWriMo Challenge: Outcomes, Thoughts, and Plans for Next Year.
On 1 November, I began the NaNoWriMo challenge, an annual event where participants aim to write 50,000 words over the month. This...
samanthaosys
Nov 28, 20243 min read
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MonthNote #2: November 2024
Disclaimer: This is my personal journal and includes rough notes from my PhD journey. Some thoughts may be incomplete or not thoroughly...
samanthaosys
Nov 28, 20246 min read
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Unpacking the Role of Interviews in Qualitative Research
Building the methodology and research design for my empirical study has been the most challenging part of my PhD so far. It’s not that I...
samanthaosys
Nov 26, 20249 min read
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How important is the “Human” in Human-Centred Design?
All human-made objects we interact with are designed by someone, illustrating the significant impact of design. In Design for the Real...
samanthaosys
Nov 24, 20245 min read
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Design Thinking for Change: Insights from a panel discussion
I recently participated in an ACMP (Association of Change Management Professionals) event titled Design Thinking for Change . Alongside...
samanthaosys
Nov 23, 20245 min read
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Morocco
This year, my husband decided to test my resilience by choosing Morocco as one of our holiday destinations. And while Morocco is a...
samanthaosys
Nov 19, 202412 min read
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Towards More Ethical Products and Services Through Thought Experiments
Disclaimer: These mini-essays capture my current reflections on ethics in design, intended as a way to retain and share knowledge. They...
samanthaosys
Nov 3, 20243 min read
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Monthnote #1: October 2024
Disclaimer: This is my personal journal and includes rough notes from my PhD journey. Some thoughts may be incomplete or not thoroughly...
samanthaosys
Nov 2, 20248 min read
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NaNoWriMo Challenge 2024
Post about the NaNoWriMo 2024 writing challenge I'm taking part in.
samanthaosys
Nov 1, 20242 min read
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Iceland
The golden rule for Iceland: Crampons. Get these before you embark on your journey. Though we stumbled upon them in a few spots and ended...
samanthaosys
Mar 17, 202414 min read
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Embracing scattered-braininess
My mother and I have never been fond of hats. She says they bother her because of her big head, while I simply can't stand how they make...
samanthaosys
Jan 29, 20243 min read
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Bali
Bali is a destination that finds its way onto almost everyone's travel wish list. Yet, it's also acknowledged for its environmental...
samanthaosys
Oct 21, 202311 min read
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Empowering my Creativity by Embracing Writing Tools
Recently, a friend messaged me, pointing out that my writing style had changed and no longer sounded like my own but rather like Chat...
samanthaosys
Jul 17, 20233 min read
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Unearthing Knowledge: How Indiana Jones Inspired My PhD Journey
I was recently chatting with my study buddy, and we got into our reasons for pursuing a PhD. As she shared her deep motivations, I...
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Jul 13, 20233 min read
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