Eliza Steinberg is a student in the U-M Design Science Master’s Program with an interdisciplinary background in biopsychology and health from her undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan. She is passionate about improving health outcomes through the application of scientific principles and human-centered design. She chose the Design Science Program because of its flexibility in allowing students to take courses across multiple disciplines within renowned academic programs, such as Public
Health, Business, Engineering, and the School of Information, while maintaining a strong focus on design principles. She values being part of a close-knit cohort with diverse design backgrounds, where engaging discussions and a strong sense of community enrich the learning experience. Currently, she is preparing for her capstone project for the spring/summer semester, where she will likely assist a research team in conducting an acceptability and feasibility study of a medical device. This work will integrate participatory research design methods she has learned throughout the program. Outside of her academic and research pursuits, she enjoys climbing, applying her problem-solving skills in a different way at the climbing gym.