Kuan Ju Wu
About Kuan Ju Wu
Kuan Ju Wu is an HCI Specialist with a strong background in system architecture and expertise in hardware sketching and digital fabrication. They have held various roles in academia and industry, including positions at the University of California, Berkeley, and Tellart.
Work at nSight Surgical
Kuan Ju Wu serves as an HCI Specialist at nSight Surgical, a position held since 2021. In this role, Wu applies expertise in human-computer interaction to enhance the design and usability of surgical technologies. The focus is on creating intuitive interfaces that improve user experience for medical professionals.
Current Position at University of California, Berkeley
Wu has been the CITRIS Invention Lab Manager at the University of California, Berkeley since 2017. This role involves overseeing the lab's operations and facilitating innovation in technology development. Wu's background in system architecture and design contributes to the lab's mission of advancing technological solutions.
Education and Expertise
Wu obtained a Master’s degree in Tangible Interaction Design from Carnegie Mellon University, studying from 2009 to 2011. Prior to this, Wu earned a Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering from National Chiao Tung University, completing studies from 2003 to 2007. This educational background supports Wu's expertise in hardware sketching and digital fabrication.
Professional Experience
Before joining nSight Surgical, Wu held various positions that contributed to a diverse professional background. Wu worked as a Lead Technologist at Tellart from 2011 to 2017, and as a Software Development Lead at Vibrant Labs Inc. from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, Wu served as an Instructor at the Rhode Island School of Design from 2015 to 2017 and as a Visiting Researcher at Keio University in 2017.
Background in System Architecture
Wu possesses a strong background in system architecture, which is essential for the design and implementation of complex technological systems. This skill set enables Wu to effectively contribute to projects that require a deep understanding of both hardware and software integration.