Project Overview
ZikaTrack is a mobile medical application designed to help users stay informed and protected during Zika virus outbreaks. The app provides real-time updates, prevention guidance, and an interactive photo analysis feature that allows users to contribute to mosquito surveillance efforts. The project was completed as part of an advanced UX design lab, focusing on user-centered design, usability, and accessibility.
The Problem
People living in or traveling to Zika-affected areas struggle to access clear, trustworthy, and up-to-date health information. Existing resources are often fragmented, overly technical, or not tailored to users’ personal circumstances—especially for high-risk groups such as pregnant women. This creates confusion, anxiety, and difficulty taking effective preventive action.
The Goal
ZikaTrack addresses these challenges by delivering a simple, accessible, and user-friendly mobile experience. The app centralizes reliable Zika information, offers real-time alerts, and provides clear prevention guidance. Through features like photo upload and analysis, users can actively participate in identifying mosquito risk areas, turning complex health data into actionable insights for both individuals and the wider community.
Key Highlights
Research Framing & Ideation
Competitive Analysis
Stakeholder & System Thinking
Aproach & Methodology
Conducted user research through surveys and interviews to understand behaviors, concerns, and information gaps related to the Zika virus. Performed competitive analysis of medical, travel, and pregnancy apps to identify usability issues, feature gaps, and opportunities for differentiation.
Synthesized research findings into empathy maps, personas, and clear pain points. Framed a focused problem statement and defined key user needs, ensuring the solution addressed real anxieties, accessibility challenges, and trust in health information.
Explored multiple concepts through ideation frameworks, user flows, and information architecture. Created low- and high-fidelity wireframes, iterating on layout, navigation, and visual hierarchy to support clarity and ease of use.
Validated designs through usability testing and refined the interface based on user feedback. Delivered a high-fidelity, accessible mobile experience with clear navigation, real-time updates, and scalable features ready for future expansion.
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