Themes | Advancing Research

Workshops

Theme 1

Advancing the Work (if not the Role)

Between democratization, AI tooling, and layoffs, who (or what) does the actual work of UXR has changed dramatically of late. Experienced UXR professionals find themselves practicing less, and coaching, guiding, teaching, and partnering more than ever before. What does it mean to transition from research doer to research enabler? We’re looking for case studies that demonstrate how UX researchers are making this career pivot while ensuring that the research itself stays true to our shared principles of quality, ethics, and trustworthiness,

Faster alone, further together: Rebuilding collaboration in the age of AI research

Kurt McCulloch

Sr. Manager, UX Research, LinkedIn

Theme 2

Advancing Research Tools and Methods

While the basics of UXR methodology are stable, the tools and expertise we use to achieve them are changing radically. New technologies make it possible for researchers and PWDR (people who do research) alike to achieve deeper insights and at a greater scale than ever before—often with a lower spend. We’re also finding ways to deepen our expertise in ways that have nothing to do with technology. We’re seeking case studies that show how people tackling UX research—professionals and PWDR—are achieving what was once unimaginable using state-of-the-art tools, approaches, and expertise.