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Tina Bobbe is a researcher at the forefront of science communication and technology demonstration, specializing in how physical objects—particularly demonstrators—bridge the gap between complex research and diverse audiences. Her work lies at the intersection of design research, inter- and transdisciplinary collaboration, and public engagement with science and technology. Bobbe’s major contribution is her pioneering analysis of demonstrators as communication tools, moving beyond their traditional role in engineering development to explore how they convey scientific concepts to non-experts. Her most-cited paper, “Design for communication: how do demonstrators demonstrate technology?” (2023, 13 citations), provides a foundational framework for understanding the communicative functions of these artifacts, addressing a critical gap in both design and science communication literature. She further explores this theme in “Reflections on ‘Rock, Paper, Scissors’: Communicating Science to the Public through a Demonstrator” (2022, 2 citations), offering practical insights into public engagement. Bobbe’s work is notable for its timely relevance in an era demanding greater transparency and dialogue between researchers and society, establishing her as a key voice in shaping how technology is made accessible and meaningful to the public.