How do we articulate Design Research to other academic disciplines?

The purpose of convening this DRS Conversation was to broaden our collective understanding of the barriers and drivers of success design researchers face when communicating with other academic disciplines. A particular focus was given to situations when designers embark on new partnerships in multidisciplinary research. Our goal was to create a context to expand participants’ understanding of ways they can position design research in multidisciplinary sandpits, build collaborative language in project contexts, and participate with confidence in academic forums where design research could play a vital role.