Expert design researcher with experience in facilitating and leading design processes, from concept to execution, both in digital and physical products - often combining the two. Works in the intersection of human-centered design, technology, education, and social impact.Passionate about paving the way for gesture research to become an integral part of physical and digital (phygital if you will) interfaces. At the end of the day, our body is the ultimate sensor and communicator.Holds a bachelor’s degree in Jewellery and Fashion from Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design, and an MDES in Social Design from Design Academy Eindhoven.www.ayabentur.com // www.fictionalcollective.comSpecialties:Concept Development, Concept Design, Design Thinking, Research Design, Design Research, Experience Design, Design Strategy, Product Ideation, Product Design, User-centered Design, Art Direction, User Experience Testing, Wearables, Collaborative Practice, Co-creation, Project Management.