Trends & Insights

Now that we're mostly past the "peak of inflated expectations" in the AI hype cycle, it's time to reflect on the best ways for researchers to use AI (in its current state) while avoiding the risks.

Discover effective strategies to overcome challenges when facing product managers who pre-determine feature priorities and exclude researchers from backlog development and learn how to elevate the impact of UX research at different levels: from tactical to strategic.

There are many myths around repositories, replicated in alarming LinkedIn posts, misinforming blog articles or during team meetings. This article sets the record straight and deals with those misconceptions.

Learn about four essential self-care strategies that UX researchers can incorporate into their workflows to help improve both their mental health and their user research outcomes.

Even though we live in a globalized world, there's still a need for international user research and testing of prototypes and designs in different countries. Learn about the different reasons for international research and what to look out for.

What is the problem we are trying to solve? As a UX researcher, you've probably used this phrase before. We've collected typical UX research phrases, things researchers say every day, and statements that define the role of UX researchers.

As UX researchers, we are often urged to quantify our qualitative research findings to give them credibility. In this article, we will examine where this urge towards quantification comes from and learn about strategies to cope with this push when doing qualitative research.

Check out the collection of this month's virtual talks, meetups, networking events, and conferences centered around UX Research. Stay updated and connected with the latest happenings in the field through this comprehensive listing!

Dive into the exciting lineup of user research conferences set for 2025, featuring in-person meetups, virtual hangouts, and the best of both worlds with hybrid experiences.