TECHNOLOGY
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In this article, I explored the fascinating work of Stanford Professor Ge Wang, whose innovative projects, like the Ocarina app and the Stanford Laptop Orchestra, blend technology and music in surprising ways. This piece invites us to reconsider design’s role in our tech-centric world, demonstrating how artful innovation can unite people and enhance our collective experience.
HEALTHCARE
UF Health Helps Team USA Taekwondo Athlete Faith Dillon Get Back to Fighting Shape
UFHealth.org
I highlighted the remarkable recovery of Team USA taekwondo athlete Faith Dillon, who overcame a serious hand injury with the help of UF Health’s expert medical team. This piece showcases the power of specialized care and determination, illustrating how cutting-edge treatment helped Dillon get back to fighting shape and ultimately qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympics.
BUSINESS
Think Like a Chameleon: The Post-Pandemic Work Environment Demands It
MHEDA.org
For “Think Like a Chameleon,” I took on the challenge of bringing color to a topic that could have easily fallen flat — how businesses and employees can navigate the evolving workplace. My metaphorical lizard and accompanying artwork added a dynamic perspective to the article’s message of embracing change in increasingly wild workplace environments.
SCIENCE & MEDICINE
UF Health Research Explores Connection Between PTSD and Orthopaedic Trauma
UFHealth.org
I was honored to highlight the research of Dr. Hagen and her team at UF Health, who are taking a crucial step forward in recognizing the psychological impact of severe injuries, emphasizing the importance of integrating mental health care into trauma recovery. Their work is challenging the traditional focus on physical healing alone, aiming to support the whole patient and improve long-term recovery outcomes.
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• Orchestrating AAHOACON: The Minds Behind the Magic
Today’s Hotelier, April 10, 2025
This article offers an insider’s look at the meticulous planning and collaboration that bring AAHOACON, the premier hospitality convention, to life each year. From Mardi Gras-inspired parades to cultural fusion cuisine, it captures how the convention blends industry advancement with the vibrant spirit of its host city.
•Targeting Tremors: Focused Ultrasound at UF Health Offers New Treatment Avenue
UF Health | Inspiring Innovation, March 21, 2025
This article explores the groundbreaking use of focused ultrasound at UF Health to treat essential tremor, a neurological disorder that causes involuntary shaking. It highlights UF Health’s pioneering efforts in enhancing tremor management through innovative, noninvasive techniques.
• Faster Care, Better Outcomes: UF Health’s Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit
UF Health | Inspiring Innovation, December 24, 2024
A featuring highlighting UF Health’s Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit (MSTU), a groundbreaking program that brings stroke care directly to patients in rural communities. By partnering with local EMS services and meeting ambulances halfway, the MSTU drastically reduces the time to treatment, saving valuable minutes that can make the difference between full recovery and lifelong disability.
• UF Health Study on Brain Stimulation and Motor Imagery: Preserving Mobility From the Comfort of Home
UF Health | Inspiring Innovation, November 4, 2024
This feature highlights research on a home-based intervention that combines motor imagery and brain stimulation to help older adults maintain mobility. The study shows promising results, with participants experiencing improved mobility and reduced fall risk, offering a scalable solution for diverse patient populations.
• Tonic Delivers an Intoxicating Selection of Cocktail-Themed Designs
HostingAdvice | July 23, 2021
Description: This article introduces TONIC, a design studio offering a unique collection of cocktail-inspired website templates. The piece delves into the company’s innovative approach, highlighting their use of the Showit site builder and WordPress integration to provide customizable, user-friendly designs.
“Don’t tell me the moon is shining; show me the glint of light on broken glass.”
– Anton Chekhov