Name: To design better tech, understand context
Uploaded: 2018-05-03T14:57:48Z
Duration: 8 min 24 s
Description: What good is a sophisticated piece of medical equipment to people in Africa if it can't handle the climate there? Biomedical engineer Tania Douglas shares stories of how we're often blinded to real needs in our pursuit of technology -- and how a deeper understanding of the context where it's used can lead us to better solutions.

What good is a sophisticated piece of medical equipment to people in Africa if it can't handle the climate there? Biomedical engineer Tania Douglas shares stories of how we're often blinded to real needs in our pursuit of technology -- and how a deeper understanding of the context where it's used can lead us to better solutions.

Tania Douglas: To design better tech, understand context

To design better tech, understand context

Ultrasound monitors in Africa face challenges like high temps and unreliable electricity, highlighting the need for local solutions.

Innovative minds in Africa transform simple midwife tools into tech marvels, proving context is king in healthcare solutions.

Understanding and addressing the real needs of communities leads to impactful innovation, as seen in Africa's medical device ingenuity.