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Hi, I’m Sophia.

UX Designer and Researcher in Leading Health Tech Industries

M.S. in Computer Science, Virginia Tech Specialization in Human-Computer Interaction

Hi, I’m Sophia—a UX designer and researcher building AI-powered tools for healthcare. I focus on turning fragmented clinical and social data into clear, actionable interfaces that improve how care teams make decisions. My work blends research, product design, and engineering to create systems that are both technically sound and genuinely useful in real-world settings.

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AI Health Coordination Platform (In Development)

Design and development of an AI-powered care coordination platform for healthcare teams. Focused on transforming fragmented clinical and social data into a unified, actionable interface to support real-time decision-making and improve care workflows.

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Wellness Warriors
Calorie Tracking App

Research, UX Design, and user testing for development of calorie tracking wellness app. Conducted competitive analysis, created initial wireframes, prototyping, and UI design created in Figma.

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Tiny Threads App Certificate Course

Research and UX Design of marketplace app for secondhand children’s clothes. Conducted interviews, competitive analysis, created empathy maps, user personas, and journey. Created wireframes and complete Figma design.

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SPIKES Supercharged AI-powered website

Conducted in-depth research on empathy-based medical training models for breaking bad news to patients. Using SPIKES protocol, implemented GPT-4 integrated website. Created UI design, user flow, and led user testing.

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My Approach

I prioritize accessibility and inclusive design in every project. With a background in psychology, computer science, and their intersection—human-computer interaction—I focus on user-centered computing and design. I apply Nielsen Norman Group UX principles and integrate Design Thinking into everyday problem-solving. My work is research- and data-driven, rooted in human experience, and powered by technology.

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Inclusive

I believe in the power of uplifting the voices of others and specifically empower neurodivergent students and early professionals. I focused my thesis on understanding the impact of AI as a tool to support autistic students in STEM mentorship.

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Research-Based

My personal and professional research delves deep into industry trends, user behavior, and competitor analysis to provide valuable insights for UX design and research. I have four years of research experience, employing quantitative and qualitative research methods.

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Human-Centered Design

User experience design is at the core of all my processes. I focus on creating intuitive and engaging designs that enhance user satisfaction and drive conversions.

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Creative & Iterative

I take an iterative approach in my work to ensure the final result aligns with your creative vision and reflects your unique brand identity. We’ll work together to refine and fine-tune your site’s design, leaving no detail overlooked.

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    B.S. in Psychology & Cybersecurity

    Undergraduate human and tech research, Summa Cum Laude

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    2+ Years of Design Experience

    Across masters, thesis, and certificate course

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    M.S. CS - Human-Computer Interaction

    Specializing in HCI, inclusive research, and design in human-centered tech spaces

PERSONAL LIFE Trevi Fountain, Rome, Italy (DSLR)
PERSONAL LIFE Quito, Ecuador (DSLR)
PERSONAL LIFE Venice, Italy (DSLR)
PERSONAL LIFE Bocas, Panama (DSLR)
PERSONAL LIFE Vermont, USA (iPhone)

Get in Touch!

Reach out to me! I’m always looking for professional connections and opportunities. I’d love to talk about what I do and build my network

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