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Create a non-invasive cancer treatment platform to safeguard patients' quality of life
Astir cancer treatment platform interface

Astir

Professor Clark DeLashmet
SCAD Department of User Experience Design

Time

January 2023 — March 2024

Tools

Figma, Adobe Suite

Overview

Astir improves and maintains the quality of life for cancer patients by creating a non-invasive cancer treatment device and platform.
Healthcare
Branding
Industrial
Interface

Collaborators

This project is a collaborative effort between Gabriel Lam, Leah Jones, Tra Nguyen, Celine Pyun, and Courtney Hull.
Gabriel is co-leading this team with Leah. He specializes in visual branding, packaging, and industrial design. He is also responsible for workflow organization.
Delivery

Comfort through Design

The Comfort through Design ideology influenced the design of Astir by prioritizing accessibility, human factors, and aesthetic appeal, resulting in a sleek and intuitive design that promotes a sense of calm and comfort for cancer patients.
From unboxing to life-saving

From unboxing to life-saving

Packaging of Astir aims to provide an accessible experience for those who have limited mobility.
Our packaging follows universal design principles, allowing patients to open the package with limited hand or wrist movement.

Step by step guidance to recovery

The Astir platform offers real-time guidance and support to motivate patients to adhere to their treatment plans while providing valuable insights to both patients and healthcare providers.
Step by step guidance to recovery
Regaining control and stir the ship your way

Regaining control and stir the ship your way

Astir empowers patients to make informed decisions and receive assistance in initiating their daily treatment at a time and in a manner that suits their needs.
This intelligent feature enables you to take control of your treatment schedule and ensures minimal interruption when they are occupied with essential activities.

Step by step guidance to recovery

The Astir platform offers real-time guidance and support to motivate patients to adhere to their treatment plans while providing valuable insights to both patients and healthcare providers.
Step by step guidance to recovery
Process

Human-Centered Innovation

Our approach focused on understanding the challenges cancer patients face and developing solutions that prioritize their quality of life while delivering effective treatment.

The Hidden Toll

Traditional cancer treatments, while often life-saving, come at a steep cost to patients' quality of life. We recognized the need to address both physical and emotional challenges patients face.

Patient Autonomy

Cancer treatment often robs patients of their independence. Our research showed that maintaining autonomy during treatment is crucial for patients' mental well-being.

Technology Innovation

By leveraging Tumor-Treating Fields technology, we aimed to create a non-invasive solution that could be integrated into patients' daily lives.

The Astir Ecosystem

Our solution consists of three key components working in harmony: the Astir App for treatment control, the Astir Puck for portable treatment delivery, and the Carrying Case for mobility and convenience.
The Astir Ecosystem

"The most disturbing part of traditional cancer treatment isn't the physical symptoms you will experience, it is the complete lack of certainty and the loss of autonomy that can make many cancer victims give up."

Austin Wilcox

Cancer Survivor

Design Philosophy

Design Philosophy

Every aspect of Astir has been carefully considered to enhance the patient experience. The hands-free device promotes comfort and enables an active lifestyle, while the packaging experience delivers positivity through vibrant colors and gradients to spark hope and optimism.
Impact

Industry Recognition

Astir's innovative approach to cancer treatment has garnered recognition from leading industry experts, validating our mission to transform cancer care.

Red Dot Design Award

Recognized for excellence in design innovation and human-centered approach to medical technology.

Indigo Design Award

Honored for outstanding contribution to medical device design and patient care improvement.

A Paradigm Shift

Astir represents a fundamental shift in cancer care, empowering patients to maintain their quality of life while undergoing treatment. By combining innovative technology with thoughtful design, we're creating a future where cancer treatment doesn't mean putting life on hold.
A Paradigm Shift