Undergraduate, Engineering Physics major with a concentration in Mechanical Engineering – University of Connecticut
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Riley is interested in the overlap between engineering and medicine, particularly how fostering collaboration between engineers, clinicians, and individuals can create advancements that improve healthcare. She is excited to learn more about developing customizable switch adapted toys for children with disabilities, and how this can improve how they play and learn.
HOBBIES
Rock climbing, hiking, finding new music to listen to, running, crocheting.
Undergraduate, Human Centered Design & Engineering, minor in Disability Studies — University of Washington
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Alisha wants to work on the intersection between user-centered design and accessibility. She has previously worked on research projects on generative AI and developing fabrication methods for tactile graphics. She hopes to keep working in the field of assistive technology to help young children with disabilities
Undergraduate, Mechanical Engineering – University of Washington
RESEARCH INTEREST
Kate is interested in applying mechanical design to improve the quality of life for children. She want to research different types of adaptive attachments that are engaging and functional while being easy to replicate.
Undergraduate, Mechanical Engineering – University of Washington
RESEARCH INTEREST
Grace is interested in using biomechanics to improve the function and movement of the human body, develop medical devices, and improve outdoor accessibility.
Undergraduate, Mechanical Engineering, minor in Applied Mathematics– University of Washington
RESEARCH INTEREST
Tori is interested in researching human movement biomechanics to improve a person’s mobility, as well as developing orthoses and prostheses for young children. Tori is currently researching the effects of spinal stimulation on the gait of children with cerebral palsy.
HOBBIES
Playing musical instruments, biking, hiking, and video games
EDUCATION
