Studio 930 Project Manager [2024]

Studio 930 is a design consultancy at RIT where students collaborate with local therapy and healthcare communities to address real-world issues. I have led and guided 13 projects that were created and tested with input from the community.

Sensory Vibration Board

The Sensory Vibration Board is specially designed to engage and stimulate the senses of children in therapy. It features a soft silicone cover with interchangeable textures, allowing for a variety of tactile experiences. The board utilizes a unique crank-based vibration system, avoiding the use of magnets to ensure safety for children who may be sensitive to magnetic fields.

Students: Katherine Berry, Xuning Li, Michael Norton, Jonathan Boctor

SplishSplash Scrubber for Autism

The SlipshSlplash Scrubber is an ergonomic body scrubber that helps children with Autism and their caregivers learn better hygiene habits with each use. This interactive tool utilizes emerging sensory and tracking technology to analyze their showering habits, chart their progress, and meet them where they’re at in their personal hygiene fitness journey.

Students: Bayleigh T., Neeraj M., Kajal S., & Janki A.

Stomp Pedal Toy for Motor Skills

This car-shaped stomping toy is designed to encourage physical activity by helping children practice balance and strengthen muscles. Each stomp creates bubbles, providing instant, fun feedback that keeps kids engaged and motivated to keep playing.

Students: Micheala Stout, Katherine Berry, Jingye Zhou

Work Station on Wheels for Hospitals

The Work Station on Wheels is a compact, multi-functional, and ergonomic cart designed to streamline essential equipment and workspaces for hospital staff. It effectively addresses the challenges of limited storage space and confined patient rooms, providing a mobile solution to enhance efficiency and accessibility in healthcare settings.

Students: Janki Akbar, Jingle Zhou, Tanisa Samaddar