Dorota Zurek
Dorota Zurek is a dedicated Research Officer at the Institute of Art, Design and Technology (IADT). Originally from Poland, she holds a Master of Science in Political Science and has pursued further education through postgraduate courses, including a Diploma in Financial Advice from University College Dublin (UCD) and a specialization in strategy at Harvard Business School Online.
With extensive experience in digital transformation, digital health solutions, and project management, Dorota has a strong track record in the information technology and financial services sectors. She has spent eight years in the (re)insurance industry, driving innovation and efficiency.
Beyond her professional career, Dorota is deeply passionate about research and creating meaningful impact. She serves on the Advisory Board of the National Disability Authority (NDA), where she applies her expertise in strategy with a compassionate approach particularly advocating for families with children who have disabilities.
The TU RISE IADT Elevate Programme hosted an XR Design Sprint bringing together enterprises and creative practitioners to explore real-world applications of immersive technologies through collaborative, hands-on innovation. Over five days, participants developed early-stage concepts across education, culture and creative industries, supported by design thinking and industry expertise.
The TU RISE Elevate team was delighted to attend Amplify 2026, hosted by the IRDG Innovation Network, where Aisling Cox and Dorota Zurek gained valuable insights into innovation, R&D and collaboration. Thank you to the IRDG team for delivering such an inspiring event.
We were delighted to take part in the IADT Summer School on Research & Social Justice, which brought together researchers, educators and community partners to explore the role of research in creating positive social impact. Thank you to everyone who contributed to such an inspiring and engaging event.