Compoda – Immersive Digital Well-being Prototype & Strategy Development

The goal of this project is to design, refine, and showcase a functional prototype of  Compoda  – an immersive digital well-being platform that empowers users through emotional support, creativity, and personalized experiences. Students will contribute to both the  interactive design and development  of core features (e.g. modular “door” system, emotional onboarding, mood-based experiences) and to  strategic positioning  as we prepare for our MVP launch. We are now entering a crucial phase: With an MVP nearly complete, we need additional support to refine our  branding, business model, user acquisition strategy, and marketing roadmap . The project offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of  UX/UI design, digital health, emotional technology, and product strategy  – all in a startup preparing to go to market. Website: 🌐  https://compoda.com

VitaNova Immersive Experience Enhancement

VitaNova is a transformative platform designed to enhance mental well-being through immersive digital environments, interactive learning, and gamification. The project aims to integrate advanced simulations, AI-driven user engagement, and innovative methodologies to create a next-generation experience. Given the expertise of UC Merced students in quantum computing, simulations, and data analysis, we see great potential in leveraging their skills to support VitaNova’s development in the following ways: ✔ Simulation and modeling of dynamic environments to improve user interaction. ✔ Data analysis for personalized experiences and behavioral insights. ✔ Prototype design and optimization for seamless interactive applications. ✔ Technical research on new computational techniques for immersive applications. Expected Student Contributions: Area Potential Contributions Immersive Simulations Developing optimized virtual environments based on user interactions. Data Analytics & Personalization Creating AI models to track engagement and improve user retention. Prototype Optimization Supporting the enhancement of interactive features for stress management. Technical Documentation Contributing to structured reports and workflow guidelines.

Vita Nova Accessibility Enhancement

Vita Nova aims to create an inclusive and user-friendly app experience that transcends income and technical barriers. The current app, while functional, needs improvements to ensure it is accessible to a broader audience. The project focuses on refining the user interface and user experience to make it more intuitive and welcoming for users of all backgrounds. The goal is to identify and address potential accessibility issues, ensuring that the app can be easily navigated by individuals with varying levels of technical expertise. This project will allow learners to apply their knowledge of user interface design, accessibility standards, and user experience testing to create a more inclusive digital product. By enhancing the app's accessibility, Vita Nova hopes to expand its reach and impact. - Analyze the current app for accessibility issues. - Propose design improvements for a more intuitive user interface. - Implement changes to enhance user experience. - Conduct user testing to ensure accessibility goals are met.

Vita Nova

1. Clearly Defined Objectives and Deliverables: • Objective: Create a functional prototype of VitaNova’s immersive environment. • Deliverables: • A fully working VR environment simulating one emotional journey. • Basic AI logic for real-time adaptation to user input. • Integration of haptic feedback (e.g., vibrations or pressure simulation). • Scope: Strictly technical; no marketing, compliance, or business tasks. 2. Small Number of Closely Related Tasks: • Develop a basic VR environment using software like Unity or Unreal Engine. • Program AI to adapt user interactions. • Implement haptic feedback using available hardware kits. • Test and debug the prototype. 3. Alignment with Classroom Knowledge: • Provides a hands-on opportunity for students in engineering, computer science, or similar programs to apply their knowledge in VR development, AI integration, and hardware interaction. • Tasks align with academic training, avoiding market analysis or promotional content creation. 4. Team Collaboration within a Single Discipline: • Designed for learners in technology-related programs (e.g., computer science, software engineering). • Does not require expertise from unrelated disciplines like marketing or psychology.