Name: Deniz Hepdogan
Research Affiliations: Advanced Care Research Centre, Music in Human and Social Development Research Group
Supervisors: Prof Ian Underwood, Prof Katie Overy, and Dr Sarah Rhynas
Email: deniz.hepdogan@ed.ac.uk
Webpage: www.denizhepdogan.com
Biography:
Deniz holds a BA in Psychology, along with a minor degree in Media and Visual Arts from Koc University in Istanbul, Turkey. With an interest in assistive technologies, she then completed her master’s degree in Cognitive Systems and Interactive Media at Pompeu Fabra University in Barcelona, Spain. Deniz gained research experience in various academic laboratories, with a particular focus on alternative reality technologies and participatory design. Having explored the effects of environmental rhythms on human wellbeing within her master’s thesis, she now investigates how music can benefit interpersonal relationships, and be incorporated through novel technologies into the care of older adults.
Research interests:
- AgeTech and music technology
- Participatory design, co-design, co-creation and user research
- Music-based interventions for health and wellbeing
- Dementia care
Funding:
Deniz is funded by the Advanced Care Research Centre, through a grant provided by Legal & General.