3D scanning microscope
Client: Alpenglow Biosciences
Role: Design lead (UX, UI, Research, Writing)
Collaboration: Technologists, developers, and client leadership.
Leaders in spatial data
Alpenglow Biosciences is advancing the 3D microscopy space. Their system digitizes tissue samples, uploads to the cloud, runs data processing and analytics, and then delivers powerful insights. Their integrated solution includes technology, hardware, software, processing, and analysis.
A full redesign
I partnered with them in key phase of their growth. They were looking to redesign their software and hardware to be user-facing in partnership with a top-five pharmaceutical. They needed an elegant experience, while still including technical controls and customization. The tool kit focused on analyzing biopsied tissue and three-dimensional organoids for drug trials.
Key features
I spent time getting to know the spatial data space and its unique requirements. Scanning sessions can last hours to days because of the massive file sizes. Preventing errors was critical in the setup phase, because of the time commitment each scan involved. I developed a visual system to show the types of scanning trays and a UI to configure them. Color-coded controls helped simplify related features and segmenting basic and advanced settings streamlined the configuration process. Giving visibility to presets during scans let users perform quality assurance at any time and ensure peace-of-mind.
Results
This client was a delight to work with and the it was a treat to learn about the technology. Our team completed the redesign on schedule and the resulting product is now standard on all Alpenglow Biosciences microscope installations (including both commercial and academic). They noted: "It’s much easier to get started with and helps users get to results that much faster.”