Tian Yao

Ph.D. Student in Human–Computer Interaction at Iowa State University. Merging inclusive research with elegant interface design to build community-centered solutions.

Tian Yao

HCI Research & UX Design

©2025

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01 / About

Part designer, part researcher, part life experiencer.

(Focus Areas)

Human–Computer Interaction

Exploring the relationship between users and complex systems. My Ph.D. research involves evaluating user perceptions and implementing behavioral theory to craft better digital interventions.

UX/UI Design

Designing accessible, intuitive interfaces across multiple platforms. From smart TV systems serving global audiences to specialized healthcare and language training applications.

Community-Centered Design

Engaging directly with vulnerable populations through surveys, interviews, and co-design sessions to ensure products genuinely serve the communities that need them most.

02 / UX/UI

UX/UI Projects

SocialEase

UX/UI
Social anxiety & event networking

Coocaa TV OS

Product Design
Smart Interface System

Leo's Hero Journey

UX/UI
Narrative journey · case study

Voibook Training

Inclusive UX
Accessibility App

Cloud Shopping Cart

UX Research
Mobile App Function

Smart Home APP

IoT Interface
Appliance Control

Shopee Redesign

E-Commerce UX
UX Redesign

You're Chef

Service Design
Food Packages App
03 / Visual & Arts

Visual & Arts

A collection of posters, logos, illustrations, and exploratory visual projects.

History of Rockets
History of Rockets Poster — 2019
Logos
Logos Branding — 2019
Tulip
Tulip Visual — 2022
Hand-drawn Map of ISU
Map of ISU Illustration — 2022