Hi, I'm Sally Manikin. I'm best known for being the face of Design Science, whether I'm acting as a mock patient or if you've followed my adventures (if you know, you know). However, you might not be aware that I also serve as a disc jockey for Design Science, getting our team pumped up for our usability studies. I've curated the perfect playlist of songs that I'm convinced are all about. Read more
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Confusion and mistrust can cloud a lot of the conversations about the COVID-19 vaccines. From safety to sample size, many people have expressed concerns about how quickly the vaccines were developed, especially in comparison to more traditional vaccines, and whether corners were cut in the process. Read more
In addition to staying home there are also more active roles we can play to minimize the effect that COVID-19 has on our community. We at Design Science explored ways to donate blood to assist with the nationwide blood shortage. Blood centers are urging people to donate, and they are taking every precaution to protect their staff and donors from getting sick. Read more
When my brother Michael was diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease, at age 40, he realized he had to make lifestyle changes to ensure he was around as long as possible for his young family. He must now be vigilant about taking medications that he knows won’t harm his kidneys, work to maintain a healthy weight, and monitor his blood pressure so that he can manage his disease and live a more. Read more
In 2020 we are more design literate than ever, taking only moments to identify design in the world around us. It is in front of us at the self-check-out line, flashing above us on the crosswalk, and literally in the palms of our hands. Design influences all aspects of our community to create improved experiences. But how often do you recognize design in the doctor’s office, the hospital, or when. Read more
Two weeks ago, we had the pleasure of attending, exhibiting, and presenting at the 2019 International Symposium on Human Factors and Ergonomics in Health Care in Chicago, Illinois. As a multi-disciplinary team, it’s always fun to check in after a conference to find out what different team members found valuable or inspiring. Here are our takeaways: Read more
The first week of October, the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES) International Annual Meeting came to our hometown of Philadelphia! This conference included presentations and events from a variety of human factors domains, such as surface transportation, aviation, and, of course, healthcare. Since the meeting took place in our own backyard, we made sure to get involved in several ways. Read more
As a human factors research firm, we understand the importance of gaining insights from real-world users such as patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Who better to speak to the challenges of managing life altering conditions, than those who live with the reality of the condition’s impact day to day? Read more
The HIMSS 2017 conference is “the year's largest and most important healthcare IT conference in the United States” and brings together executives, clinicians, IT professionals, and more for a week of networking, knowledge-sharing, and forward-thinking. Read more
Are you attending the 2016 International Symposium on Human Factors and Ergonomics in Health Care: Shaping the Future? If so, be sure to check out our presentation on how to improve your Instructions for Use (IFUs). Peter Sneeringer, Director of Human Factors, and Lindsay Carrabine, Design Director, will provide their first-hand perspectives on how to optimize the IFU creation process. Read more