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Dr. Derek Yates

Graphic design scholar and author investigating collaborative design models, cross-disciplinary design education, and the impact of automation on visual authorship.

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Documented research interests and leadership

Research areas
Design Systems for Social Impact, Co-Creation Methodologies, Speculative Graphic Design
Academic position
Associate Dean of Design & Principal Fellow in Visual Communication
Primary university source
Official directory entry ↗
Recruitment status
Not verified. Leadership profile does not imply active vacancies or assistantship availability.

Supervision and contact

Students interested in graduate or doctoral research supervision in Design Systems for Social Impact, Co-Creation Methodologies, Speculative Graphic Design are advised to consult formal department application channels.

Important verification note

Facts reflect official university directory records reviewed 2026-10-15. Faculty recruitment and admissions require formal application.

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