Shan Yu, Ph.D. Candidate, Mfa., Ms.
About Shan Yu, Ph.D. Candidate, Mfa., Ms.
Shan Yu is a UX Designer and Ph.D. candidate with extensive experience in user interface design and human factors engineering. Currently employed at MatrixCare, they have held various roles in academia and industry, contributing to projects that integrate design with technology and healthcare.
Work at MatrixCare
Shan Yu has been employed at MatrixCare as a UX Designer since 2019. In this role, Yu focuses on creating user-friendly interfaces and enhancing user experiences within the healthcare technology sector. The position allows for the application of extensive knowledge in human-centered design principles and usability evaluation.
Education and Expertise
Shan Yu holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Human Factors and Ergonomics from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, completed between 2017 and 2022. Additionally, Yu earned a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Digital Arts from Indiana University Bloomington and a Master’s Degree in Human Factors and Ergonomics from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. Yu also obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Digital Media Art and Design from Beijing University of Technology.
Background
Shan Yu's professional background includes various roles in design and education. Prior to joining MatrixCare, Yu worked as a Service Designer and UI/UX Designer at Treatment.com Inc and served as a Human Factors Engineer Intern at Medtronic. Yu has also held teaching positions at the University of Minnesota, contributing as both a Teaching Assistant and a Research Assistant.
Achievements
Shan Yu has accumulated over nine years of experience in designing user-friendly interfaces for complex websites and mobile applications. This experience includes work on an AI collaboration project at Treatment.com Inc. Yu is currently pursuing additional certifications in Health Informatics Technology and Health Care Design and Innovation at the University of Minnesota School of Nursing.
Design Philosophy
Shan Yu believes that effective design integrates functionality and aesthetics, addressing emotional needs while reflecting human identity. This philosophy guides Yu's work in user experience design, emphasizing the importance of creating meaningful interactions through tangible user interfaces.