Currently working on:
HRA Organ Gallery
The Human Reference Atlas (HRA) Organ Gallery Virtual Reality (VR) application provides an immersive platform for exploring human anatomy at the cellular level.
Developed by over 20 international consortia, including the NIH HuBMAP, it integrates diverse biological and spatial data to offer a comprehensive reference of the healthy adult human body. This VR experience allows users to explore 65 reference organs and 7,900+ tissue blocks in their true size and dimensions, enhancing understanding of complex biological data.
Role
UX Researcher & Product Designer
Team
1 Designer, 1 Illustrator, 2 Developers, 2 Data Scientists
Responsibilities
As a User Researcher and Product Designer at Cyberinfrastructure for Network Science Center (CNS), I am leading the design of this app, aiming to make biological data accessible and interactive for biologists, data scientists, and educators.
As part of my role, I lead user research and interface design to ensure the app provides an intuitive, accessible experience for all users. I conduct thorough usability testing rounds to refine interactions, focusing on improving navigation, accessibility, and overall user experience in immersive. We are environments. through each interaction, I aim to make the app as user-friendly as possible, while maintaining its scientific accuracy and depth.
Additionally, I've developed over 12 biological 3D visualizations, ranging from molecular to anatomical models. These visualizations are tailored to the specific needs of biologist and researchers, enabling them to conduct in-depth analysis and engage with data in a hands-on, interactive way. The goal is to make complex biological concepts easier to understand and explore, enhancing both teaching and research activities.
I collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of developers and researchers in weekly Agile sprints where I integrate user insights and feedback into development process. Using tools like GitHub, I ensure that these insights directly inform app refinements, optimizing its performance and usability for its intended education and research purposes.
