Hi, I’m Mengyuan Xiong!
Welcome to my world of design, where curiosity meets creativity, and every interaction tells a story. As a product designer and researcher, I thrive on blending human empathy with cutting-edge technology, creating experiences that are not only functional but also delightful.
My journey so far
Education
Sept 2022 - Expected June 2025
M.S. Technology Innovation (HCI)
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Core Courses: Planning and Managing HW/SW Dev, Programming for Digital/Physical User, Sensors and Circuits, Building Effective Teams, Strategic Communication, Visual/Interaction/Industrial Design
Sept 2021 - June 2025
B.A. Product Design
@Donghua University
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GPA: 4.19/5.00 (WES: 3.92/4.00; top 1 of the class)
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Awards: National College Digital Art&Design Award (2024), Milan Design Week National Bronze Award (2024), Shanghai University Industrial Design Competition Third Prize (2023), National Scholarship (2022), Shanghai Advanced Drawing Technology Innovation Design Competition First Prize (2022)
Sept 2022 - Expected June 2025
Minor: Applied Psychology
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GPA: 3.31/4.00
Working Experience
China Electronics Corporation
Product Manager Intern
Wuhan, China
Aug 2024 - Dec 2024
Research Experience
May 2024 - Present
NewSense Research Lab @ Donghua University
Research Assistant
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Conducted research projects under the guidance of Dr. Yanan Wang, focusing on olfactory human-computer interaction, immersive interactive experience, new media, and wearable technology.
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Analyzed quantitative and qualitative data from user studies; Built and refined 3D modeling prototypes based on user feedback.
May 2023 - Dec 2024
Fashion Physiology Lab @ Donghua University
Research Assistant
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Utilized Excel, SPSS, and Python to analyze experimental data and created data visualizations; Operated cooling suits design for better ergonomics, enhancing workers' comfort.