Robert Fabricant
Co-Founder & Partner, Dalberg Design
Robert Fabricant is a visionary leader working at the forefront of design in the social impact space. Through innovative collaborations, evidence-based approaches, and deep community engagement, Robert is committed to tackling pressing global challenges for marginalized communities. As the co-founder of Dalberg Design, he has assembled a diverse and passionate creative team across four continents dedicated to addressing locally relevant issues with global significance. With over 30 years of design experience, Robert's expertise ranges from interactive environments and medical devices to open data platforms and civic services. He was a contributing author to the acclaimed book "User Friendly" and previously co-led the creative team at frog design.
Rosenverse talks by Robert:
"The role of research is changing from seeing users to thinking about them as co-authors."
Shifting dynamics: The evolving relationship between researchers, participants, and organizational systems
March 11, 2025
"Recapturing the participant's voice amid commercial pressures is a critical challenge for researchers today."
Theme Panel
March 11, 2025
"How we frame our research questions can greatly affect the outcomes and relevance of our findings."
Industry junctures: Paths forwards for UXR and the critical decisions that get us there [Advancing Research Community Workshop Series]
October 2, 2024
"Collaboration can reveal systemic problems that need addressing, such as inconsistent terminology."
Collaboration: learning from other fields beyond our own [Advancing Research Community Workshop Series]
August 7, 2024
"Integrating AI into our research practices presents both challenges and opportunities for deeper user understanding."
A Genuine Conversation about the Future of UX Research
March 20, 2024
