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(Disclaimer: Here you will learn that I am a dedicated fan of Nintendo’s ‘Legend of Zelda’ series) After almost 2 years, this week I finally hit the milestone that has haunted me from day 1. I defined my research questions. Of all the mental struggles that a PhD can bring (a topic for future discussion
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On re-reading Wootton and Kemmerer’s (2007) paper this week, I am once more drawn to the exploration of gender in accounting, and the question of where humans and technology fit in the profession. Wootton and Kemmerer (2007) provide a fascinating analysis of the introduction and adoption of ‘Mechanical Accounting’ in the US during the industrial
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Looking back at my past research endeavours, I can see that I am an unfaithful researcher. Though never hesitant to commit to a long haul project, I appear to harness a sub-conscious determination to not be pinned down to one research area. My undergraduate dissertation: Fashion and Architecture, my postgraduate design project: health (via posture)
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I had fully intended to create at least one more post before 2022 ended however (and perhaps unsurprisingly knowing my habits with blogs), life had other plans meaning that we are now in the first post of 2023. This is not to say that anything catastrophic and/or life changing threw itself before me as 2022
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This is not likely to be my final post of the year however, pre-Christmas felt like a natural point for partaking in some good old reflection to give some direction for my 2023 goals. 2022 in 8 Books Resolutions and reflections are processes that have been a near constant part of my mental space throughout
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When reviewing historical literature for my thesis, I became very aware of a reality that, while should not have come as a surprise, induced a surprisingly strong reaction in my mind. In every reference to technology, professions, and any other areas of societal or cultural significance, the narrative continually highlighted the journeys, accomplishments, and challenges
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For myself, the inclusion of a historical perspective is an obvious choice when pursuing a research interest. From the age of 9, after being given the opportunity to mummify my cuddly rabbit as part of a school project on Ancient Egypt, I have fostered an ever-growing passion for history and its place and influence within
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Accounting for Humanity 