Emma Davis
Industrial Design
I am an enthusiastic and open-minded designer with an eye for detail and a commitment to optimising user experiences.
Final year project
IRIS – Accurate at Home Monitoring of Skin Moles to Improve Early Melanoma Detection Rates
IRIS
The effect of COVID-19 has made access to in-person GP appointments difficult for patients, reducing the potential for early skin cancer diagnosis. Changes in the appearance of a skin mole should give rise to concern, however recognising change can be problematic.
Iris is designed to accurately monitor and track skin lesions at home to aid in the early detection of Melanoma. Paired with a stand, Iris forms part of a dual process. Full Body Imaging determines the location of moles across the body, prior to a detailed review of individual cases through Dermoscopic Imaging.
Dermoscopic Imaging
By placing the device in contact with the skin, a closed and controlled environment can be formed around the mole to enable consistency during Dermoscopic Imaging.
Technology
The integration of optics, lighting and polarisation enables a closer detailed examination of the skin for more informed decisions on potential risks.
User Experience
The accompanying app is dynamically linked to enhance the overall user experience and also acts as a portal to send images of concern to a Dermatologist for a quick remote referral.
Environment
Styled to adorn a bedside table, the sculptural approach to the design allows for integration into the home environment.
Process
An extensive period of iteration was carried out to underpin both the form and function of the product. Sketching alongside both low and high-fidelity prototyping enabled the progression of the design to optimise the final solution.
Ergonomics
The tapered ergonomic design of Iris improves inclusivity by offering multiple ways to grip the device to enable users to execute the task without difficulty.
Emma Davis
Final year project
IRIS – Accurate at Home Monitoring of Skin Moles to Improve Early Melanoma Detection Rates
Awards
'19 Silver Starpack National Packaging Design Award
Work Experience
Makino Milling Machine Co., Ltd. - Junior Design Intern
Makino Milling is a machine tool company based in Tokyo, Japan. As part of a small design team alongside other interns, we had to adapt to the challenges of COVID -19 through remote working. Throughout my placement, I was involved in several aspects of the design process from initial research and ideation through to CAD, prototyping and visualisation. This enabled me to gain insights into the design process in the industry and to apply the skills gathered in my studies. The success of remote working led to continued part-time work with the company throughout my final year.