International Reach and Collaboration

Knowledge Transfer

Cross-border collaborations facilitate the exchange of methodologies, techniques and cultural perspectives that might otherwise remain siloed within regional contexts.

Researchers gain access to diverse theoretical frameworks and practice-based approaches that enrich their own work and stimulate innovative cross-disciplinary methodologies. This exchange often leads to more robust research outcomes that reflect global best practices.


Research Acceleration

International partnerships often lead to faster problem-solving and innovation by bringing together complementary expertise and resources.

When researchers from different cultural backgrounds tackle common challenges, they bring unique insights and approaches that can bypass conventional limitations. This diversity of thought frequently leads to breakthrough solutions that might not emerge in more homogeneous research environments.


Global Impact

Collaborative research addressing shared challenges in design and arts has greater potential for meaningful real-world applications across diverse cultural contexts.

By incorporating multiple cultural perspectives from inception, research outcomes are more likely to be adaptable and relevant across different societies. This approach helps ensure design solutions are culturally appropriate and effective in varied implementation contexts.

Through our dedication to international collaboration, MSPL continues to break down geographical barriers in design and arts research, creating a truly global community of scholars united by shared passion for advancing design knowledge.



An Cong

PhD|Associate ProfessorBeijing Information Science and Technology University, PRC.

Research Interests: History and Theory of Ancient Chinese Art and Design.

Yin-huan Lin
Houshi Huang

PhD|ProfessorDesign Academy of Sichuan Fine Arts Institute, PRC.

Research Interests: Design Theory, Design CriticismDesign Anthropology.

Dean of the Faculty of Art and Design of Design Academy of Sichuan Fine Arts Institute, Director of the Institute for Innovation in Design Studies, Sichuan Fine Arts Institute.



PhD|Associate Professor, Fuzhou University, PRC.




Members


Management Committee


Wen Guoxun

PhD|Professor, City University of Macau, Macao.



Chairman