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Hey there,

I'm Derusha.

I'm an UX Researcher & Designer with a deep passion for understanding how technology impacts people's behavior and influences their habits.

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Redesigning ISSIP's Website

A sponsored Capstone project to reevaluate and redesign ISSIP's website.

My Roles

  • UX Researcher

  • UX Designer

  • Project Liason

  • Project Manager

Main Goal

To create a more efficient, informative, and inclusive version of ISSIP's website that appeals to potential and long-term members.

Swann

A robot prototype to help have balanced, inclusive, and engaging hybrid meetings.

My Roles

  • UX Researcher

  • UX Designer

  • Project Manager

Main Goal

To make a physical robot prototype and a companion digital app that helps to make a more efficient and pleasant hybrid meeting experience for everyone.

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Snake Game

A simple recreation of the classic game, Snake made in Unity.

My Roles

  • Game Developer

  • UX Designer

  • UX Researcher

Main Goal

To develop a minimal, but functional and enjoyable version of the Snake game.

Ethical Usability Study:
Grad School Website

A zine built upon generative user research findings that highlighted graduate students' experiences at a prominent multi-campus school.

My Roles

  • UX Researcher

  • UX Designer

Main Goal

To highlight and advocate the feelings and experiences of graduate students to help promote a better educational experience

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Let's connect.

Derusha Baskaran | 2025

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